Sustainability is a Litmus Test for Robustness of the Overall Strategy
Compared to 10 even 5 years ago, there is a well-established consensus that incorporating and integrating sustainable strategies for a stronger, more ethical future is non-negotiable. And while industry accepts the need for a more sustainable and environmental future, the challenges for businesses and corporations are considerable when it comes to converting this sentiment into action.
Top 5 Mosquito Control Trends in the United States
Kline & Company’s Agrochemicals practice recently updated its research on specialty pesticides used for municipal/government mosquito control. This research is based on structured surveys with mosquito abatement districts and mosquito vector control professionals around the United States. Our Director of Agrochemicals, Laura Mahecha, runs through the top five trends the findings show.
Cosmoprof India 2023: Professional Beauty Brands Tapping Into India’s Boom
The India market presents a lucrative opportunity for beauty brands, driven by a growing middle class, increasing disposable income, and rising consumer interest in beauty and personal care. Demand for international brands and high-quality products has created a favorable environment for beauty brands, particularly in the professional sector, to expand their presence in India.
What’s the Cause Behind Slow HPC Industry Sales?
The home and personal care products industry has blamed de-stocking for slow sales. But, as purchasing quantities stay the same, what is really happening?
Trend Watch: Today’s Aesthetic Skin Care Consumer
Kline’s latest Aesthetic Skin Care Consumer Insights 2023: U.S. Survey reveals that in 2023, aesthetic skin care consumers are sophisticated, trend-conscious, and economically aware. The aesthetics industry has responded to tighter budgets by shifting toward lower-cost treatments and skin care products, while wellness services and new beauty trends are gaining popularity, with a focus on achieving firmer, hydrated, and glowing skin.
Nematode Control in the 2024 crop year: New Brands Launched by Bayer and Corteva
Nematodes are plentiful in soil and can be beneficial to plants as they can eat fungus and bacteria, and also improve the overall health of the soil. However, some nematodes can cause certain problems for plants or crops.
Argentina teeters on a recession; is new President Milei a cause for optimism in the agricultural industry?
This past week, Argentina elected a libertarian president, economist Javier Milei, who promises to reduce the size of government and replace the nation’s currency with the U.S. dollar.
Another Decade of Glyphosate Use Allowed in the European Union
After a regulatory stalemate among member states, the European Commission voted to allow the continued use of glyphosate, a chemical herbicide used as the active ingredient in Roundup, to be sold until 2033. Individual countries can opt to ban the ingredient; however, on the whole, the EU will allow its use on crops and for industrial vegetation management (IVM).
Sustainability Front and Center at ISSA Show North America 2023
Sustainability took center stage at this year’s ISSA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, which buzzed with activity as the trade association celebrated its 100th anniversary. Several innovation awards were given to products that contribute to minimizing waste, reducing plastic, or cutting down on chemicals.
The Role of EPR in the Used Oil Value Chain
To date ‘Extended Producer Responsibility’ (EPR) schemes relating to lubricants and waste oil have been introduced in more than 60 countries, including a dozen in Europe formed under the auspices of EU Waste Directives, starting with Italy in 1982. But relatively few of the current used oil EPR schemes have caused material improvements in waste oil regeneration. There is no standard EPR model; each is different. But they adhere to one of four fundamental principles:
