Chris – Employee Spotlight – Salem Location
Chris Jenkins, I am the Senior Innovation Manager for Essex, based out of Salem, OR
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A Bit of Nostalgia – Fritzsche Dodge & Olcott (FDO)
A Tribute to the Oldest American Flavor and Fragrance House Article written by Gabriel Sinki On January, 1, 1991, Fritzsche Dodge & Olcott (FDO) was...
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Field Update – Spring 2025
The US conventional mint market is experiencing at least a short-term supply squeeze, with both peppermint and Scotch spearmint.
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Spring Farming 2025 – Salem, Oregon
I had the pleasure of visiting Essex’s farm site in Salem in March. I had a few people tell me that there wasn’t much happening right now.
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HG Hotchkiss – History, It’s All In The Name
One of my favorite peppermint blends at Essex Labs is Hotchkiss. My nose may not be as refined as my sensory analyst colleagues, but I can always tell...
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Essex Lab’s Annual “Pie Day” Dessert Competition
For the second year in a row, Essex Labs played host to our office’s Annual “Pie Day” Dessert Competition.
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A Valentine’s Day Tradition
A quick update this month as we continue producing one of the most essential raw ingredients for Valentines Day… MINT OIL!
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Essex Labs annual Wrap Party is a success!
Each year, Essex Labs engages with our community...
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The Many Uses of Mint Oil
Working at Essex Laboratories for a few years, it’s still amazing to find out what our mint oil can do and goes into. Perhaps you...
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