Press Releases

MARCH 13, 2026 - CRN today announced the launch of SciComms Connect, a new symposium designed to strengthen how scientific evidence is translated into responsible product development and credible consumer communication, taking place the morning of Oct. 6 at the Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa as part of CRN’s 2026 Signature Events running Oct. 6–8, with Innovation Exchange immediately following and culminating in the CONVERGENCE ‘26 business conference on Oct. 7–8.

MARCH 12, 2026 - CRN today announced the opening of the proposal submission period for its 2026 Innovation Exchange, a steering-committee-selected showcase of emerging ingredients, technologies, and services shaping the future of nutrition and wellness taking place Oct. 6 at the Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa.

FEBRUARY 13, 2026 — The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), the leading trade association representing the dietary supplement and functional food industry, today expressed strong opposition to California Senate Bill 1033, legislation that would impose new state-specific testing, disclosure, and labeling mandates on protein powder and other concentrated protein products sold in the state.

FEBRUARY 4, 2026 — CRN today expressed strong support for the introduction of the Dietary Supplement Regulatory Uniformity Act by Congressman Nick Langworthy (R-NY-23), legislation that reaffirms the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) authority as the national regulator of dietary supplements.

FEBRUARY 3, 2026 — CRN today reiterated its opposition to Hawaii Senate Bill 2106 (SB 2106), legislation that would prohibit the sale of certain weight management and muscle-building dietary supplements to individuals under the age of 18 and further demand that retailers restrict all consumers’ access to these products by removing them from any self-service display.

JANUARY 15, 2026 — CRN today welcomed the introduction of the Dietary Supplement Listing Act of 2026 by U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL), marking a significant milestone in CRN’s years-long effort to modernize oversight of the dietary supplement marketplace through a federal dietary supplement registry.

JANUARY 14, 2026 — CRN today announced new member companies following approval by its board of directors during its quarterly meeting in December, advancing supplement ingredient science and distribution, women’s health, clinical research, and regulatory compliance.

JANUARY 7, 2026 — CRN today applauded the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for recognizing the role dietary supplements can play in helping Americans meet nutrient needs in the newly released 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

DECEMBER 17, 2025 — CRN today announced results of its recent Board of Directors elections, effective in January 2026.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 — CRN today commended the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and expressed the association’s appreciation for FDA providing needed clarity on the placement of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) disclaimer on product labels.