EC clears Cargill Degussa acquisition
The EC has cleared Cargill's acquisition of Degussa's food ingredients business after ruling that the move would not stifle competition within the lecithin market.
Archives for March 29, 2006
New genome deal to boost Danone probiotic R&D
France's Danone has announced a three-year licence with US-based Integrated Genomics for access to the ERGO database and genomic discovery system to enhance the group's probiotic understanding and R&D.
Arla dairy creeps back in Middle East
Arla Foods has said the boycott on its products in the key Middle East dairy market was slowly lifting, thanks to its dominance in certain areas of the Middle East dairy market.
DSM pulls out of aspartame market
DSM has today announced its withdrawal from the aspartame business, citing price erosion and unprofitability as key factors.
BASF launches non-GM maize solution for Africa
BASF has developed a non-GM solution to help African maize farmers eradicate a disease that is costing them an estimated € 1.2 billion a year.
Dairy Crest brands hold up profits
A strong brand presence helped Dairy Crest keep full-year profits in line with predictions, despite tough conditions on the UK dairy market.