AIDP, Inc. is bolstering its wide-ranging nutraceutical ingredient line with an extensive line of California-grown mushroom extracts, powders, and blends from Sempera Organics, Morgan Hill, Calif.

Sempera Organics grows and processes 25 species and more than 120 strains in a unique vertically integrated production facility. Understanding the consumer interest in both fungi and condition-specific support, Sempera has formulated unique researched blends called CORE, aimed at trending health conditions such as cognition, immunity, beauty from within, microbiome, performance, and mental wellness.   

Mushrooms have been trending and are available in a wide range of products.  Sempera Organic mushroom powders are available in multiple mesh sizes from coarse to fine, making them ideal for a variety of applications from capsules to gummies, softgels, beverages, functional foods, and powder formats.  Sempera’s mushroom ingredients line will complement AIDP’s functional food ingredient portfolio of plant proteins, greens, and herbs.  To learn more, stop by AIDP’s booth #200 at Supply Side East.    

Sempera has developed unique green chemistry and clean extraction technologies to capture the full spectrum of water-soluble polysaccharides and the water-insoluble triterpenes and sterols, depending on the mushroom species.

“Our extracts provide companies great versatility to create ready-to-mix and ready-to-drink beverage applications,” said Nirmal Nair, CEO and founder of Sempera Organics.

Through its vertically integrated operation, Sempera offers a totally transparent and secure supply chain with scalable capacity to meet the demand.

“Our vertically integrated supply chain strategy is ‘Spore to Store’ and encompasses genetics, growing in our high capacity clean farm and processing into market ready ingredient,” said Nair.

Sempera’s production facility is SQF Level 2 and cGMP certified. Additionally, Sempera Organics’ mushroom products are DNA-tested, USDA Organic, Non-GMO project verified, vegan, kosher and gluten-free. Importantly, Sempera standardizes its ingredients on beta glucans and maintains stringent standards of quality on microbials and heavy metals.

“AIDP is excited to supply Sempera Organic’s substantial line of bioactive mushroom ingredients.” said Lauren Clardy, Vice President Brands AIDP. “We recognize the growing mushroom market and are excited to partner with a best-in-class supplier like Sempera Organics.”

Added Nair: “We are happy to work with AIDP, Inc. to bring our line of products to the supplement, food, and beverage markets. We recognize AIDP’s expertise and broad industry reach, making them a compelling distribution partner for Sempera Organics.”

About AIDP, Inc.  
AIDP is a leader in functional ingredients, with a focus on extensively researched products that meet consumer demand for wellness and healthy aging. Its commitment is to source high-quality ingredients and provide proprietary solutions that address formulation challenges. AIDP's success is grounded in its depth of experience and commitment to strong science. For more information contact us at customercare@aidp.com and visit www.aidp.com.

About Sempera Organics 
Founded in 2020, Sempera Organics is a California based vertically integrated  researcher, grower and manufacturer utilizing a resilient supply chain platform technology. Sempera produces a comprehensive portfolio of standardized organic mushroom extracts and blends at their zero-waste, sustainable lab farm, meeting 11 of he 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Sempera’s mushroom ingredients are non-GMO Project Verified, USDA Organic, Gluten-free, Kosher, Vegan and cGMP compliant.

Visit www.semperaorganics.com for more information.