Archives for December 8, 2004

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Cargill buys largest Romanian sunflower oil maker

Cargill is to increase its stake in the Romanian edible oils market with the acquisition of the local company Olpo Podari. And with another possible acquisition on the cards, the giant US agribusiness group clearly sees significant potential in the...

Red wine compound direct impact on heart cells

A key compound in red wine could have a direct beneficial effect on heart cells, report researchers from the US, building on a raft of science that suggests this popular beverage could play a role in preventing heart disease.

Penford ups potato starch output

Penford Food Ingredients announced earlier this week that it has expanded its manufacturing capabilities to make sure supplies of potato starch are consistent after a poor harvest in Europe, reports Philippa Nuttall.

African-Americans need to up calcium intake

The majority of African-Americans should be increasing their intake of calcium in order to reduce the risk of contracting a number of serious diseases according to a study published this week.

Avebe posts positive gains after 'difficult' year

Dutch potato starch supplier Avebe has finished off 'a difficult year' with €0.4 million in profit, the 5000 strong co-operative reports. But a tight economic climate, a poor harvest, and the strong euro left their mark, with the Veendam-based company...

Napier Brown marks flotation anniversary with payout

London-based sugar ingredients, milk powder and nut product firm Napier Brown Foods marked its first year after flotation on the alternative investment market (Aim) with profit before tax of £2.1 million (€3.04m) for the half year.

Danone pulls out of Serbian soft drink bidding race

French firm Danone has pulled out of the chaotic race to buy Serbian soft drinks firm Knjaz Milos, warning that it is not prepared to commit itself in Serbia until there is political and legal stability for investors, reports Chris Mercer.