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Louisiana State Bond Commission approves $1.25 billion tax-exempt bonds for five BioNitrogen plants

Louisiana State Bond Commission approves $1.25 billion tax-exempt bonds for five BioNitrogen plants

April 25, 2013 |

In Florida, BioNitrogen reports that the Louisiana State Bond Commission, which is composed of the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, State Treasurer and other high ranking state and legislative officials, has approved $1.25 billion in tax-exempt bonds for the acquisition, development and construction of five plants in Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana. The Louisiana Community Development […]

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New report available regarding the Global and China Biodegradable Plastics Industry

New report available regarding the Global and China Biodegradable Plastics Industry

April 24, 2013 |

In New York, Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available, “Global and China Biodegradable Plastics Industry Report, 2012-2015.” In 2012, there have been about a dozen Chinese manufacturers with total capacity up to 301,000 tons/a, accompanied by a CAGR of 27.3% in 2009-2012. Kingfa Technology Inc., Wuhan Huali Environmental Technology Co., Ltd., […]

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Phyto Nutricare and Plandai Technology enter into licensing agreement

Phyto Nutricare and Plandai Technology enter into licensing agreement

April 24, 2013 |

In the United Kingdom, Phyto Nutricare and Plandai Biotechnology have entered into a license agreement. Phyto will oversee all aspects of developing and marketing Phytofare extracts for nutraceutical applications, covering supplements, food and drink additives, cosmetics, healthcare, and related fields. Under the terms of the agreement, Phyto will pay Plandai a one-time license fee of […]

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Canadian Biotech Industry Recognizes Top Performers

Canadian Biotech Industry Recognizes Top Performers

April 24, 2013 |

In Canada, BIOTECanada will formally present the 2013 winners of the prestigious Gold Leaf Awards, which recognize biotechnology excellence during the BIO International Convention in Chicago. The awards honor companies and individuals who have made significant contributions to the growth of Canada’s biotech sector. “Whether through products that have been developed, technological breakthroughs that have been introduced, or the leadership qualities they exhibit, the recipients […]

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BabyGanics launches Rear Gear diapers

BabyGanics launches Rear Gear diapers

April 23, 2013 |

In New York, BabyGanics has launched a new product, Rear Gear Ultra Absorbent Diapers.  The diapers were created with a focus on sustainable materials, a bio absorbent core containing plant based ingredients and totally free of chlorine and other chemicals typically found in disposable diapers. This includes its NewNourish Complex, a proprietary complex of 100% […]

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Metabolix to Present Advances in Biopolymer Technology at ANTEC Conference

Metabolix to Present Advances in Biopolymer Technology at ANTEC Conference

April 23, 2013 |

In Massachusetts, Metabolix announced that its researchers will make technical presentations at the ANTEC Conference being held April 22-25 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Metabolix researchers will present new data showing that its biobased PHA copolymers significantly improve the mechanical, performance and environmental characteristics of the commercially significant polymers polylactide and polyvinyl chloride. More on the story.

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Elmer’s, Penford Products launch renewable school glue

Elmer’s, Penford Products launch renewable school glue

April 23, 2013 |

In Iowa, Penford Products announced its support behind the launch of a natural school glue jointly developed with Elmer’s Products, Inc. The natural glue, which is being marketed as Elmer’s School Glue Naturals™, uses Penford’s proprietary PenFlex technology. Elmer’s pourable School Glue Naturals consists of 99 percent natural ingredients and is made from renewable plant-based […]

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Scientists transform cellulose into starch

Scientists transform cellulose into starch

April 22, 2013 |

In Virginia, a team of Virginia Tech researchers has succeeded in transforming cellulose into starch, a process that has the potential to provide a previously untapped nutrient source from plants not traditionally thought of as food crops. The type of starch that Zhang’s team produced is amylose, which acts as a good source of dietary […]

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Amyris selects Laserson as squalane distributor in Europe

Amyris selects Laserson as squalane distributor in Europe

April 18, 2013 |

In California, Amyris announced it has selected Laserson, S.A. as the new exclusive distributor of Amyris Squalane in the European market. The joint announcement was made in Paris at In-Cosmetics, a trade show for the personal care ingredients industry. Squalane is an emollient that prevents skin moisture loss while restoring the suppleness and flexibility to […]

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Arkema partners with Jayant Agro in India

Arkema partners with Jayant Agro in India

April 17, 2013 |

In France, Arkema and Jayant Agro have signed a joint venture agreement whereby Arkema will acquire a stake of some 25% in Ihsedu Agrochem, a subsidiary of Jayant Agro, specializing in the production of castor oil. This joint venture aims to develop castor oil production in order to provide Arkema with long-term secure and competitive […]

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