Oilseeds & Edible oil
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Orenda Commodity Services Ltd. acquires Scoular’s sunflower business
Scoular has sold its sunflower and wild bird food blending business, including the Winkler, Manitoba processing facility, to Orenda Commodity Services Ltd.; the deal closed Jan. 19, 2026, with financial terms undisclosed.
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Cobram Estate Olives acquires California Olive Ranch to enhance US dominance
The landmark deal positions Cobram Estate as the largest olive oil producer in the US, significantly expanding its footprint in California and strengthening its global market presence.
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Kenya commissions edible oil facility in Lamu county
The facility is equipped with modern machinery capable of crushing 5 metric tonnes of oilseed per day and refining 500 litres of edible oil daily, a development expected to enhance local value addition, reduce reliance on imported oils, and improve farmer incomes.
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ADM reaches agreement for cottonseed processing with Planters Cotton Oil Mill
The agreement marks a significant step in strengthening the cottonseed supply chain and expanding ADM’s footprint in specialty oilseed processing.
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Marico partners to develop sustainable bioactives extraction technologies for edible oils
This initiative aims to create healthier cooking oil options for consumers by leveraging green technologies for extraction and purification, along with comprehensive characterization, shelf-life studies, and efficacy testing.