Archives for April 20, 2009

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Naturex revamps image, hones market focus

By staff reporter

Naturex has divided its business into three distinct business units so as to develop products that are targeted to the main markets it serves, and has unveiled a new corporate image.

ABF sugar and ingredients shine, but profits drop

By Sarah Hills

Associated British Foods (ABF) has reported strong growth in its sugar and ingredients divisions for the first half of the financial year but the group’s profits have fallen.

G8 consider curbing speculation to control commodity prices

By Jess Halliday

Speculation in the commodity markets needs close monitoring to help ease price volatility, the first ever G8 meeting of agricultural ministers has concluded, and agri-food chains should be more closely-coordinated to boost efficiency.