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Colombia Launches Jagua Blue: A Sustainable Food Revolution

6/9/2025

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Colombia proudly unveils jagua blue, a vibrant natural food dye from the jagua fruit, now officially recognized in the Codex Alimentarius. This innovative step not only enhances food safety but also uplifts Indigenous communities like the Emberá, fostering biodiversity and sustainable farming while opening new economic doors for the nation.

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Colombia proudly unveils jagua blue, a vibrant natural food dye from the jagua fruit, now officially recognized in the Codex Alimentarius. This innovative step not only enhances food safety but also uplifts Indigenous communities like the Emberá, fostering biodiversity and sustainable farming while opening new economic doors for the nation.