Australian researchers identify B3 ‘cure’ for deficiencies that cause birth defects and miscarriages
“Landmark” research carried out at Sydney’s Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute could in future prevent miscarriages and multiple types of birth defects, in what is being claimed to be one…
KRAV ponders withdrawal from EU organic regulations
Sweden’s lead organic organisation KRAV is considering withdrawing from the EU organic regulations, as part of a major strategic review.
India’s TV watchdog launches crackdown on false ayurveda claims
India’s TV and watchdog has launched a crackdown on advertisers and broadcasters who make misleading claims about traditional health remedies and systems, reports Business Standard.
Italian organic sales hit record high, penetration jumps 70%
Organic food and drink sales in Italy have been dramatically outpacing conventional, according to data from Nielsen.
Lonza completes US$5.5 billion Capsugel acquisition
Swiss chemicals and biotech multinational Lonza says that it has completed the acquisition of leading capsule casing and drug dosage specialist Capsugel from KKR for US$ 5.5 billion.
Monsanto vows to fight California’s landmark Prop 65 cancer designation
Monsanto vows to fight California’s Pro 65 cancer designation
Campbell’s to acquire organic food pioneer Pacific Foods for US$700m
Campbell Soup Company is set to acquire US natural and organic food pioneer Pacific Foods of Oregon for US$700. The deal is the latest in a string of acquisitions that…
Holland & Barrett to be sold for £1.77 billion
L1 Retail is to buy Holland & Barrett (H&B) from Nature’s Bounty Co and the Carlyle Group for £1.77 billion.
Holland & Barrett to be sold for £1.77 billion
L1 Retail is to buy Holland & Barrett (H&B) from Nature’s Bounty Co and the Carlyle Group for £1.77 billion.
EU Organic Regulation revision threatens ‘lose-lose’ situation
Key players in the organic and fair trade movements warned this week that current proposals for revision of the EU Organic Regulation would undermine a flourishing European organic food and…
Mar 24, 2023