FRIM to organise expo on herbs

The dukung anak (Phyllanthus niruri Linn) plant has the potential to be developed for the health industry.

THE Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) will organise an exhibition to showcase the country’s herbal products and traditional knowledge from May 23 to 25 at the Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC), Kuala Lumpur.

The aim of Herbal Malaysia 2014, themed: Herbs and Traditional Knowledge: National Heritage, is to encourage collaboration on research, development and commercialisation between entrepreneurs, product manufacturers and researchers; to showcase the latest technology and innovation; and to enhance public confidence in herbal products through improved quality, safety and efficacy.