Government urges the EU to tackle biopiracy
According to members of Parliament, Europe still needs to tackle ‘biopiracy’ in terms of multinationals exploiting plants from developing countries without sharing the benefits with indigenous peoples.
Archives for February 1, 2013
Emerging market demand boosts Beiersdorf results as home market stutters
The Nivea skin care maker announces solid 2012 results after increased demand in emerging markets is offset by the weak economic climate in the company’s home European markets.
IMCD acquires Chemimpo
The speciality chemicals company has acquired the Johannesburg-based company through its subsidiary, IMCD South Africa.
Study points to milk thistle extract providing UV protection
Two studies conducted at the University of Colorado Denver suggest that an extract from milk thistle called silibinin protects agains UVB damage and also kills skin cells damaged by UVB.
Givaudan collaboration aims to boost lavender supply
Swiss fragrance firm Givaudan has collaborated with a French fragrant plants research organisation and one of its cooperative members as it looks to boost the supply chain of lavender; a herbal scent used in many perfume and cosmetics products.