What the Project Is
Natures Crops International grows and processes exceptional specialty oilseed crops to create awesomely functional ingredients. Beyond sustainability, the project stands out with its regenerative approach—putting back more than is taken from nature and the earth. As the first specialty oils ingredient producer to commit to achieving a truly regenerative plant-based supply chain from the ground up, this innovative endeavor operates from its very roots. It is all about growing and processing specialty oilseed crops into truly amazing ingredients for health and wellness. Every batch of completely pure, fully traceable Natures Crops oil is cultivated regeneratively by passionate and qualified growers using superior non-GMO varieties.
Main Benefit
The primary benefit of the project is in delivering superior-performing, plant-based oil ingredients, backed by science and unbroken supply chain assurance. Key figures and facts include:
- 100% plant-based, expeller-pressed oils with outstanding functionality and purity
- Fully traceable ingredients from soil to oil—ensuring complete lot traceability and identity preservation via Crop Assured 365®
- Regeneratively grown and sustainably processed specialty oilseed crops
- Never processed with hexane or organic solvents, always physically refined
- A robust, vertically integrated supply chain minimizing risk and ensuring uninterrupted supply
Ingredient Innovations
Specialty ingredients such as Natralipid® Advanced Omega Complex, Abyssinian seed oil, Ahiflower® seed oil, and Meadowfoam seed oil all bring a novel approach to health and wellness. Each oil is selected for its unique fatty acid composition and excellent functionality tailored to its application—whether for enhancing skincare, supporting hair radiancy, or aiding cosmetic formulations. These products are complemented by the kind of science-backed research that inspires confidence… delivering unsurpassed quality.
Premium Quality and Traceability
The emphasis on traceability is further underscored by the Crop Assured 365® system—a proprietary process that guarantees 100% lot traceability, identity preservation, and rigorous quality control. The seal on every product assures that the oil is of the highest quality, grown from selected, registered varieties with no co-mingling. Deep natural products expertise and a vertically integrated supply chain allow the project to offer the cleanest, greenest, and least-risk supply chain available across the globe.
Innovative Formulations
Natralipid® specialty oils from Natures Crops International highlight several innovations in formulation. Natralipid® Advanced Omega Complex, for example, mixes nature’s unrivaled sources of omega-3+6 fatty acids with the richest combined C20 and C22 very long chain fatty acids—achieving excellent emolliency while reducing fine line and wrinkle appearance. Likewise, Natralipid® Abyssinian seed oil, derived from Crambe abyssinica, boasts the highest natural source of erucic acid in the plant kingdom, prized for skin lubricity and hair radiancy. Further, Natralipid® Ahiflower® seed oil offers an unmatched blend of anti-inflammatory stearidonic acid (SDA) and gamma linolenic acid (GLA), supporting both skin health and the gut-skin axis. Not to be overlooked is Natralipid® Meadowfoam seed oil, celebrated for its superior emollience, transdermal barrier repair, and oxidative stability—qualities that enhance color and fragrance stability in personal care formulations.
Regenerative Processes and Sustainability
Regenerative agriculture is at the heart of this project—reinforcing a dedication to personal and planetary wellness through specialty plant-based oils. Every step, from soil cultivation to oil extraction, is managed meticulously to ensure that nature is respected and preserved. The entire process is designed to support deeper wellness for both people and the earth, ensuring that ingredients are produced in ways that not only meet but exceed sustainability standards. This integration of natural methods with state-of-the-art practices creates a product chain that is as transparent as it is innovative.
Project Impact
- SDG 2: Zero Hunger – through responsible agricultural practices.
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being – by delivering ingredients that enhance both inner health and topical care.
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – via a fully traceable and sustainable supply chain.
- SDG 13: Climate Action – by committing to regenerative practices that restore and protect the earth.
Bridging Nature and Science
The project uniquely bridges nature and science by combining ancient cultivation techniques with modern research and development. Natralipid® products, ranging from Ahiflower to Meadowfoam, are celebrated not only for their superior technical qualities but also for their potent natural benefits. With a bcorp score of 81.7, the commitment to regenerative processes, transparency, and groundbreaking formulations builds confidence among partners and customers alike. This initiative continues to push boundaries in the agricultural processing industry, offering ingredients that are as dynamic and resilient as the ecosystems they come from… all while maintaining a natural balance between quality and sustainability.
