Archives for August 17, 2006

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Wiseman cleared for Milk Link deal in UK

By  staff reporter

Britain's competition watchdog has cleared dairy firm Robert Wiseman to take over the liquid milk business of rival group Milk Link, as the industry continues to consolidate.

Cow completed

By  Sean Roach

It was announced yesterday that scientists have successfully mapped the most extensive cow genetic sequence - bringing and end to a three year project that is promising to revolutionize the beef and dairy industry.

Danone eyes acquisition trail

By  staff reporter

French food and water giant Danone has built up a war chest of up to €1bn to spend on acquisitions over the next three to five years, according to a report.