Have You Been Using All of Your GOED Membership Benefits?
Whether you are new to GOED or a longtime member, it can be hard to stay on top of all the benefits of GOED membership and how to access them. So, below is a curated list of benefits and the latest resources and tools. Most of these items can be found in the Member Portal (to gain access, create an account with your email and password of choice) – the hub of information for members.
Key benefits:
Member-to-Member Networking: We actively connect members to potential partners, customers and collaborators. If you need an introduction, please contact Ashley Becnel.
Member Committees: Our five member committees provide unique industry intelligence and a platform to raise your company’s visibility while building key relationships.
GOED Proud Member Logo: Use of the GOED Proud Member logo on packaging and promotional materials signals your commitment to high-quality products.
Quarterly Newsletter for Brands: GOED In the Know – our quarterly newsletter directed specifically to marketing executives and brand members – delivers valuable industry insights, market research, member resources and tools.
Solutions Needed: This section in the weekly newsletter offers sales leads to members. If you are ever interested in a lead, please contact Ashley Becnel.
Latest tools and resources:
Global Omega-3 Navigator: A new resource detailing global quality standards, composition and health claims and intake recommendations.
Mineral Oil Hydrocarbon Resources: This page is designed to curate all GOED resources regarding mineral oil hydrocarbons (MOH) as they relate to omega-3 oils and finished products.
Contaminants Scorecard: A comprehensive table to provide a high-level overview about various new and upcoming contaminants of possible relevance for the EPA/DHA omega-3 sector.
Omega-3 Innovation & Solutions Forum: The forum helps members discover cutting-edge technologies, experienced service providers and valuable industry solutions within the GOED community.
Sustainability Portal: The educational portal explores the sustainability of EPA and DHA omega-3s in depth, including sustainability by omega-3 source, what “sustainable” really means today and the complexity of the EPA and DHA supply chain.
Consumer Survey Data Explorer: Check out the updated dashboard featuring omega-3 consumer research from more than 20 countries.
Consumer Infographics & Key Messages: Updated infographics can be found on the GOED website under Resources. Multiple languages available. And to support consistent communication about omega-3 benefits, we shared our internal key messages document with members to use in marketing or FAQs.
Don’t forget – one of the greatest values of GOED membership is direct access to our team. We are here to answer questions from regulatory, QA, R&D, sustainability, marketing, and sales professionals across our members.
If you want to learn more about your membership benefits, please reach out to Ashley Becnel.
Suet-Kei Wu, PhD Candidate, China Medical University, Taiwan Wu’s research examines the effects of dietary omega-3 fatty acids on mental health, with a focus on Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). Her work explores how omega-3s may interact with metabolic dysfunction, inflammation and gut health, particularly across different weight groups.
Adriana Pana, MSc, RDN, PhD Student, George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Romania Pana’s research will examine how omega-3 supplementation influences insulin sensitivity, glycemic control and inflammation in individuals with diabetes, while also assessing the effects of omega-3s on cognitive function, depression and anxiety in this population.
As part of the award, Wu and Pana will act as Research Assistants, contributing data to the CSD. They will also use the CSD in their PhD research, focusing on the relationships between nutrition, metabolic health and brain health.
We also extend our congratulations to the 2024/25 Research Award winners, who have successfully presented their research at international conferences and published papers using insights from the GOED CSD. Thank you to all these talented young researchers for helping to expand our understanding of omega-3 science.
Please note that GOED does not analyze or make any representation of accuracy for the Omega-3 News items. This is simply a compilation of news articles found on the internet that are relevant to the EPA and DHA business.
Highlights
Update on the International Tariff Situation
We have gotten questions from several members regarding the ongoing tariff situation. The reality is, this is changing on an almost-daily basis and the implications are unclear. While GOED did request an exemption for omega-3s in May, we never received a response from US government authorities and as of now, there are no exemptions for any omega-3 products. You can find additional details on tariff codes and percentages here. We will update members if we learn anything further.
Production & Supply Chain
GOED member Maruha Nichiro, which is rebranding as Umios in March 2026, plans to open a restaurant that will feature cultivated seafood.
European supplement company Zinzino plans to acquire 35% of Spanish algae biotech firm Xion International to secure an algae-based omega-3 supply for its polyphenol-omega-3 combination supplement BalanceOil+.
In the past few weeks, GOED has attended the US National Institutes of Health “Workshop on Prenatal Dietary Supplements: Evidence Gaps and Research Needs” as well as the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM) webinar, “Exploring the Types of Evidence Behind Diet and Chronic Disease: A Webinar.” The prenatal workshop did include a session specifically on omega-3s and was supportive of supplement intake for reducing the risk of preterm birth, while the NASEM webinar explored the types of evidence used to look at relationships between diet and chronic disease. Both have the potential to impact future work on dietary reference intakes (DRIs) in Canada and the US, as well as the Dietary Guidelines in the US, so GOED will continue to monitor similar events and provide input when applicable.
Member-Sponsored Research
GOED member Aker BioMarine sponsored research at the University of Glasgow, Scotland, showing that krill oil supplementation during alternate-day fasting helps preserve muscle mass and strength, reducing losses during rapid weight loss.
GOED offers connections for companies looking for omega-3 related solutions or partners. If you want to include an anonymous request, please contact Ashley Becnel.
A company is looking for 300-400 tons of fish oil and 500-600 tons of fish meal every month. [Posted 7/14/2025]
The program for Food Matters Live, taking place on November 4 in Dublin, Ireland, has been announced, with Kerry, parent company of GOED member Biosearch Life, as a lead sponsor. The event will focus on new product development.
Note: GOED will not attend all listed industry events.
To suggest industry events for fellow GOED members, email Vicky Lin.
New Products
Tiki Cat has expanded its Baby line with new products, including Baby Mousse formulas and Soft & Chewy Treats, both enriched with DHA to support healthy brain development in kittens.
GOED member Pharmavite’s Nature Made brand was named the top vitamin and supplement brand in the US News & WorldReport’s 2025 Best OTC Medicine & Health Products, based on a survey of over 357 US pharmacists and 134 dermatologists.
ProVeg International has released a report analyzing the nutritional profile of vegan seafood alternatives. The analysis shows only 27% of vegan seafood alternatives contain omega-3s, and most lack EPA and DHA. The report recommends algae-based EPA and DHA to improve nutritional value.
GOED member Olvea has released its latest Corporate Social Responsibility report, OLVEAct Now. The report outlines key achievements, including donating €23 per ton of oil sold to its solidarity fund, sourcing 97% of oils responsibly and achieving a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 & 2) compared to 2022. These efforts have earned Olvea the Platinum and Gold EcoVadis medals.
Fish leather producer Aquaborne has joined the 100% Great Lakes Fish Pledge, committing to fully using fish byproducts from the region. Using its proprietary tanning process, Aquaborne turns discarded fish skins into durable leather, creating new value for regional fisheries.
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