Key Takeaways
- M2 Ingredients has partnered with the Regenerative Organic Alliance (ROA) to introduce the first large-scale Regenerative Organic Certified® (ROC™) mushrooms.
- The launch features five highly sought-after mushroom species: Lion’s Mane, Reishi, Cordyceps, Turkey Tail, and Chaga.
- M2 Ingredients also unveiled Myco-Suspend™, a proprietary beverage solution that improves whole mushroom powder suspension in drinks.
- Consumer interest in regenerative organic products has surged, with Google searches increasing by 400% in two years.
- The functional mushroom market is expanding, with retailers prioritizing ROC™-certified products.
M2 Ingredients Introduces ROC™ Mushrooms in Partnership with ROA
M2 Ingredients, the largest functional mushroom grower in the Western Hemisphere, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with the Regenerative Organic Alliance (ROA) to launch the first large-scale Regenerative Organic Certified® (ROC™) mushrooms. This initiative introduces Lion’s Mane, Reishi, Cordyceps, Turkey Tail, and Chaga, setting a new standard for sustainability in functional mushrooms.
Building upon USDA Organic certification, ROC™ introduces rigorous criteria integrating soil health, animal welfare, and social fairness. By meeting these high standards, M2 Ingredients is pioneering a new benchmark for sustainability in the rapidly growing functional mushroom sector.
Dr. Sandra Carter, Founder of M2 Ingredients, highlighted the significance of this collaboration: “I am incredibly proud of the collaborative work we’ve accomplished with the ROA team to establish these new, stringent growing standards for ROC-certified functional mushrooms. This partnership empowers consumers to access premium, sustainably cultivated mushroom products that bolster both their well-being and the planet’s health.”
Christopher Gergen, CEO of the Regenerative Organic Alliance, echoed this sentiment: “We are thrilled to partner with M2 Ingredients in this pioneering endeavor. Their unwavering commitment to regenerative and organic practices and transformative innovation within the rapidly expanding functional mushroom sector is truly inspiring.”
M2 Ingredients Myco-Suspend™: A Functional Beverage Solution
In addition to launching ROC™ mushrooms, M2 Ingredients has unveiled Myco-Suspend™, a proprietary beverage solution designed to keep whole mushroom powders suspended in both hot and cold liquids for extended periods. Unlike conventional mushroom extracts, Myco-Suspend™ ensures that all beneficial compounds remain evenly distributed, maximizing nutritional intake.
Dr. Julie Daoust, Chief Science Officer at M2 Ingredients, explained the impact of this innovation: “Myco-Suspend represents a step forward in mushroom beverage technology. Our proprietary formulation ensures that consumers fully reap the benefits of our whole mushroom powders without product settling in solution. With Myco-Suspend, our powders remain suspended significantly longer than competing mushroom extracts, ensuring complete consumption of all beneficial compounds.”
This new technology eliminates a common issue in functional mushroom beverages—product settling—delivering a smooth and consistent drinking experience.
Available Mushroom Species
Myco-Suspend™ is available in 10 organic mushroom varieties, including:
- Lion’s Mane
- Reishi
- Cordyceps
- Turkey Tail
- Chaga
- Shiitake
- Maitake
- King Trumpet
- Sun Mushroom
- Antrodia
