Sudhanshu Patwardhan is a medical doctor, nicotine expert and health tech entrepreneur from India, based in the U.K. He works on projects around the world to reduce harm from tobacco, especially among the most disadvantaged tobacco user populations.
Altria and KT&G Partner in Pursuit of Modern Nicotine Growth
As an initial step, an Altria subsidiary will acquire an ownership interest in Sweden-based Another Snus Factory, concurrent with KT&G’s purchase of the company.
Pakistan’s Tobacco Farmers Say Delayed Quotas Spark $23M Loss
Industry figures warn that farmers are being squeezed between rising production costs and falling incomes, with many unable to recover expenses.
Cuba Boosts Logistical Support for Tobacco Growers
Additional programs include technical support for the cultivation of covered tobacco in Sancti Spíritus, targeting high-quality export crops for about 20 producers.
Bangladesh Pushes for Tobacco-Free Generation
From the industry’s perspective, an outright tightening of laws risks pushing consumers toward illicit markets, undermining both health and tax collection goals.
ITGA Meeting Focuses on Sustainability, Eyes COP11
Looking ahead to COP11, ITGA warned of insufficient agricultural expertise in global policymaking and vowed to press for more inclusive dialogue.
STG Global Finance Files Interim Report, Valentin Officially Departs
Mette Valentin, senior vice president for legal and public affairs, officially resigned from the management board.
