Defining the Organic Vegetable Oil Production Process By Jackie Greatorex We are often asked for a more in-depth explanation of the production process of our organic high oleic sunflower oil.  To carry the certified USDA Organic seal, firstly the seed must be grown using organic farming methods.  These methods prohibit the use of herbicides, [...]

Canola Oil the better choice over Vegetable Oil? By Jackie Greatorex A curious question I am often asked is what the difference is between vegetable oil and canola oil.  How do you choose which oil to use in your product? Vegetable oil is oil extracted from seeds or from other parts of fruits. Flaxseed, sunflower, [...]

Fascinating Facts About Canola Oil by Jackie Greatorex Origin Canola oil comes from a crop of plants in the Brassica family which include turnip, cabbage, mustard, broccoli, Brussels sprouts and cauliflower.  The canola plant grows three to five feet tall and produce seed-filled pods which contain about 45% oil.   These seeds are harvested [...]

Winterization of Vegetable Oil: RBD vs RBDW By Jackie Greatorex It can become very confusing trying to understand organic natural ingredients and the various terms applied to them.  I will break down the extraction and refining process for organic seeds and elaborate on the jargon you may have heard but don’t quite understand [...]

Palm Oil Demystified by Jackie Greatorex Palm Oil is among the world’s most versatile raw materials.  Also referred to by its botanical name, Elaeis guineensis, this genus of palm is native to west and southwest Africa.  Alas, palm oil has been the subject of controversy over the years.  We’d like to take a [...]

Organic Oils Market Insight Report – April 2021 Welcome to our Organic Oils Market Insight Report - April 2021 ! It has been a tumultuous year in the vegetable oil market.  At Spack International, we feel it’s important to keep our customers and prospects apprised of driving factors.  This report will outline the various [...]

IBC Totes and Drums – Which Should You Choose? By Jackie Hartnett, Spack International On a day to day basis, I get asked so many great questions about the best type of packaging to use for your manufacturing process.   I thought now would be a great time to address the question of pack [...]

Fabulous Flaxseed Oil: Jam-Packed with Nutrition By Jackie Hartnett Flaxseeds have long been considered a healthy addition to one’s diet, providing a hearty dose of protein and fiber.  Given their excellent nutrient profile, it’s fair to assume that flaxseed oil also has abundant health benefits.  Did you know organic flaxseed oil is a [...]

Virtual Events vs. Physical Trade Shows By Jackie Hartnett It has been six months since a global pandemic crept in and forced adjustments to the way we conduct business.   Prior to March, 2020, attending Expos and Trade Shows were commonplace.  They are considered vital to start-up companies such as Spack International, as well [...]