WORLD NEWS
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Mexico imposes temporary 50% tariff on white corn exports to protect local supply
NORTH AMERICA-The Mexican government announced a temporary 50% tax on white corn exports, arguing that the grain must remain in Mexico to contain a spike…
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Nutreco collaborates with microbiome expert, BiomEdit, in production of novel feed additives
NETHERLANDS-Nutreco, a Dutch animal nutrition and fish feed company, has entered a long-term research and commercial partnership with microbiome research company BiomEdit to produce novel…
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Compana Pet Brands appoints Greg Pearson to succeed John Howe as CEO
UK-Compana Pet Brands, a global leader in pet care and nutrition, has announced the appointment of Greg Pearson as Chief Executive Officer to succeed John…
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FDA greenlights increase in vitamin D fortification in cereal-based products
USA- The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given the greenlight to food companies to the fortification levels of vitamin D fortification in cereal-based…
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Grupo Bimbo snaps up Vel Pitar as it marks entry into the Romanian market
MEXICO-Mexican bakery giant, Grupo Bimbo, has acquired Romanian bread maker Vel Pitar from New York-based private-equity fund CHL capital. Vel Pitar was formed in 2001…