Rutland Biodynamics News

What Does cGMP Mean for Herbal Medicines? PLUS fresh organic Artemisia absinthium and Rosmarinus officinalis. now BACK IN STOCK

October 15 2026
GMP stands for Good Manufacturing Practice. It is a system of principles, procedures and controls designed to ensure that medicinal products are consistently manufactured and...
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Why Sustainable Practices Matter in Herbal Medicine Production

October 8 2026
Sustainable herbal medicine production is becoming increasingly important as demand for herbal medicines, botanical extracts and herbal tinctures continues to grow. Responsible production starts with...
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From Root to Tincture: Harvesting Urtica Root at Rutland Biodynamics

October 1 2026
There is something very satisfying about seeing a medicinal plant go from the soil, through harvest and processing, to a finished herbal tincture — all...
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Crataegus Oxyacantha Fructus harvest

September 24 2026
Crataegus Oxyacantha Fructus Tincture Manufacturing at Rutland Biodynamics Watch our short video at the start of this article to see Crataegus oxyacantha fructus being harvested...
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Why Traceability in Herbal Medicine Manufacturing Matters AND Viola Tricolor and Coriandrum Sativum are now on SALE

September 21 2026
Traceability in herbal medicine manufacturing is essential for quality, safety and confidence. At Rutland Biodynamics, our unique ability to grow, harvest and manufacture our own...
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GMP vs cGMP: What’s the Difference and Why Does It Matter for Herbal Medicines? Cynara Scolymus 1:2 FRESH ORGANIC tincture is now back in stock

September 10 2026
If you prescribe or recommend herbal medicines, the quality of the manufacturer matters. But when comparing suppliers, you may come across both GMP and cGMP....
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A more connected approach to herbal medicine – from field to bottle. PLUS ZEA MAYS FRESH ORGANIC NEW product is now in stock

September 3 2026
Why complete traceability matters in herbal medicine - a more connected approach to herbal medicine When it comes to herbal medicine, knowing exactly where an...
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Why Fresh Herbs Make Better Tinctures AND FRESH ORGANIC Valerian & Achillea millefolium tinctures now BACK IN STOCK

August 27 2026
Why Fresh Herbs Make Better Tinctures AND FRESH ORGANIC Valerian & Achillea millefolium tinctures now BACK IN STOCK When it comes to making high-quality herbal...
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FINALLY WE HAVE RAIN (BUT IT HAS BEEN A REALLY TESTING YEAR SO FAR….)

August 21 2026
FINALLY WE HAVE RAIN (BUT IT HAS BEEN A REALLY TESTING YEAR SO FAR....) It perhaps seems odd to be writing this blog now, after...
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A Golden Harvest: This Year’s Hypericum

August 14 2026
A Golden Harvest: This Year’s Hypericum Every growing season tells its own story. Some years challenge us, while others reward patience, careful stewardship and trust...
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Harvesting Fresh Organic Passiflora incarnata

July 30 2026
Harvesting Fresh Organic Passiflora incarnata At the heart of every herbal medicine is the plant itself. The quality of the finished tincture can never exceed...
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From Living Soil to Living Medicine: Harvesting This Year’s Echinacea Purpurea

July 23 2026
From Living Soil to Living Medicine: Harvesting This Year’s Echinacea Purpurea There is something special about this time of year on the farm. As summer...
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