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Australia’s drive for a sustainable lavender industry August 12, 2021
Slow and steady wins the race. That’s essentially been Australia’s mindset when it comes to lavender production. After being a fringe player in the lavender space for a long time, the country is ...
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Oils that speak my Special Language June 8, 2021
Fragrances That Fill My Heart Every quarter, travelling far and wide, we bring you the freshest of news from the worlds of essential oils and F&F. On our sojourns across fields and wilds we ...
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Rosemary Remembrances February 22, 2021
From food to Pharaohs, rosemary has captured imaginations and spread its enlivening essence throughout the ages. Join us as we trace the nostalgic nuances of rosemary through the winding lanes of ...
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The Untapped Potential British Essential Oils February 8, 2021
Marianne Martin is a commercial perfumer, who has been working with essential oils for over four decades. We had an opportunity to have her inputs on the British essential oils landscape. Please ...
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The Ultra Group’s Unflinching Organic Quest January 16, 2021
In harmony with Nature Purity and responsibility are the cornerstones on which our organics range is built. Free of any chemical ailments, organic essential oils are safest for consumption. Our ...
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Essential Oils In The Kitchen January 7, 2021
Mandy Aftel On Flavour and Fragrance Crossovers Mandy Aftel is a revered California-based perfumer who only uses naturals in her work – a choice she made early on in her career that not only ...
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Leading the Development of Eucalyptus Oils November 2, 2020
Miguel Doval Executive Vice President-Europe, Ultra international BV A highly motivated and experienced individual, Miguel Doval came to work for the Ultra Group after spending 12 years at ...
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ULTRA VALUES October 26, 2020
Lisa Piccininni On Her Journey In Essential Oils Lisa Piccininni General Manager, Ultra International Inc In a new series of interviews showcased through the Ultra Market Report, key members of ...
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Nature’s Miracle Mantras July 30, 2020
The Australian Power House All of us are wishing for a miracle medicine or ingredient. It is heartening that there are several plant essences that are no less than nature’s miracle mantras for ...
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Interview with Fanny Bal July 9, 2020
A New Generation’s Perspective A deep dive into the mind of one of the industry’s most promising young perfumers – her relationship with naturals, how she’s using them, and why they should be ...
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Sustainability Red Alert June 30, 2020
It is difficult to look for a silver lining when every news item is met with a sense of dread. In times when survival is the basic instinct, other ancillary factors take a back seat. But ...
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TACKLING THE COVID-19 CRISIS June 3, 2020
A ROADMAP FOR THE ESSENTIAL OILS INDUSTRY The essential oils market isn’t immune and is facing its set of challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The business is looking at leaders in the ...
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Vegetable Oils-The Many Facts May 11, 2020
Many vegetable oils have variables from nutritional facts, to benefits, to temperature durability, and uses. Let’s break this down for you. Essential oils, carrier oils, vegetable oils, nut oils, ...
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Aaron Pollack, CEO of Golden Grove Naturals April 29, 2020
The Top Three Questions That Will Affect The Future Of Australian Farming Interview with Aaron Pollack, CEO of Golden Grove Naturals Eddie Bulliqi [EB]: As a farmer, are you fully satisfied with ...
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Sustanability Report April 22, 2020
Click here to read about all our efforts in order to grow towards a sustainable future.
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All Eyes On Australia April 7, 2020
Six Reasons Why Australian Naturals Are On The Rise The soft cultural power of Australian natural essential oils is set to deliver on the most challenging consumer demands of our time. This ...
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THE ZESTY FLAVOUR OF SOUTHERN ITALY February 27, 2020
During my travels around southern Italy last summer, I discovered the rich abundance of this exceptional region, and the generous, authentic inhabitants who have lived there for generations. My ...
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Citrus Leading the Essential Oil Brigade February 1, 2020
A chilled glass of tangy lemonade in the summer heat or a juicy grapefruit at breakfast – who doesn’t enjoy the zesty freshness of citrus fruits? Citrus fruits have captured the human ...
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Soulful Sandalwood Stories January 30, 2020
Sandalwood essential oil has been used for perfumery, medicinal, religious and cultural purposes over many centuries. The trees are all similar to varying degrees, as they are semi-parasitic ...
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The Tradition that is Grasse August 30, 2019
An account of the history of Grasse that makes it a perfumer’s treasure Spring is definitely my favourite season. This morning I got up early and moved quietly to avoid waking the rest of the ...
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Sensational Forests August 19, 2019
The Beneficial Effects of Forest Therapy For ages, practitioners have walked the woods, to take in nature’s sights and scents. As nature therapy and aromatherapy gets wider acceptance in the ...
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The Future of Fragrance Farming July 29, 2019
INSTAGRAMMABLE, CIRCULAR AND IN THE CLOUD Summary: Consumer fragrance culture is shape-shifting at a faster rate than ever before, recruiting increasingly diverse and open-minded users who are ...
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Minty Moments – Dive Into The Mint Story July 13, 2019
The sun’s in its element, and it’s the time to reach out for that mint-laced summer drink or health-boosting salads. Have you ever wondered what gives them their shivery fresh piquancy? Yes, it’s ...
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Terpenes June 1, 2019
A MAJOR RENEWABLE AND SUSTAINABLE SOURCE OF FRAGRANCE AND FLAVOUR INGREDIENTS Sustainability issues are now at the top of the flavour and fragrance (F&F) industry agenda. Consumers ...
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SUSTAINABILITY IS TRENDING IN 2019 May 10, 2019
IS THAT A GOOD THING AND HOW DOES THAT CHANGE THE FIGHT ? Growing consumer interest in sustainability is giving birth to ideas and products that could be a threat to the naturals industry. There ...
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Celebrating blossoms April 23, 2019
Flowers are a great source of inspiration. The colourful and fragile beauty of blossoms and their beautiful natural scent inspire all – from famous poets to the most creative perfumers. ...
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THE AUSTRALIAN ROAD TRIP April 15, 2019
JOURNEY TO EXPLORE THE WORLD OF AUSTRALIAN ESSENTIAL OILS Priyamvada Sanganeria, Ultra International BV PROLOGUE A field trip opens up opportunities to closely observe cultures, practices, and ...
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OPTIMISING SOCIAL ECOSYSTEMS January 24, 2019
HOW IMPROVING THE LIVES OF PATCHOULI FARMERS IMPROVES THE PATCHOULI PRODUCT The obstacles facing long-term patchouli sustainability in Indonesia should worry all players that make use of the ...
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IN CAPTAIN COOK’S FOOTSTEPS : THE TRAVEL JOURNAL OF HIS DESCENDANT January 7, 2019
The 1768-1771 expedition by British navigator, explorer and cartographer James Cook took him to the East Coast of Australia, where he was the first European to set foot. During the adventure, his ...
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The Essential Christmas Essences December 14, 2018
Cool crisp air; candles, wreaths and garlands adorning every house along with merry splashes of reds, greens, whites and silver. The changes in the weather make households gear up not just for ...
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Cannabis Confusion Hemp, Marijuana, CBD and THC Some Personal Reflections September 5, 2018
Dr. Robert Pappas, Founder – Essential Oil University Over the past few years there has been a substantial increase in the legal use of cannabis products, including cannabis oil, and the ...
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Yuzu Oil September 5, 2018
Michael Zviely, PhD CIC, Israel There are several kinds of citruses in the market, but the one that has caught the western world by its taste buds is the yuzu. Loaded with three times more ...
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Tea Tree Oil-New Season 2018 August 18, 2018
HARVEST IN PROGRESS Let us dive down south and top up on the tea tree happenings at Golden Grove Naturals.New South Wales and Queensland are home to this evergreen shrub, which loves the humid ...
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The Internal Oneness Yoga with Essential Oils May 28, 2018
Inputs from Puneet Nanda, Founder of Guru Nanda A few drops of an essential oil paired with restorative yoga leads to deeper awareness of rest in the asana (i.e. posture). We explore some oils ...
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SRI LANKA THE SPICE ISLAND May 26, 2018
Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon), “Pearl of the Indian Ocean”, is an island at the southern tip of India with a population of 21 million. It has a diverse environment, magnificent cultures and ...
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Australia Road Trippin’ May 25, 2018
Bustling cities, breathtaking beaches, natural woodlands, and swathes of serene farmlands, Australia has it all. But there’s a treasure trove of wellness just waiting to be uncorked. Australia’s ...
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DOES FRAGRANCE HAVE A SOUL? May 19, 2018
Nathalie Sahut , Fragrance Influence, France Exclusively written for Ultra International BV. The perfumer’s palette comprises a very wide range of raw materials. Both synthetic and natural ...
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