Comvita has won the Cawthron Institute Innovation in Science & Technology Award at this year's Natural Products New Zealand ceremony.
Natural Products New Zealand represents the natural products, functional foods, complementary medicines, cosmeceuticals and nutraceuticals industries.
Comvita won the innovation category award for its formulation, technical development and clinical trial work for fresh Olive Leaf Extract.
The award recognises innovation in scientific research conducted in support of the natural products industry or for individual products, or for the successful development of a novel process or technological advancement.
"Our members have shown themselves to be adept at commercialising their innovations by successfully finding niche markets in which to promote their products in New Zealand and offshore," Natural Products New Zealand's executive director Alison Quesnel, said.