Quarterly revenue increased 7.2% supported by higher sales volumes in the flour and grain trading (FGT) segment .
The newly integrated headquarters and technical centre bring Malaysia offices and laboratory facilities together under one roof to better serve customers across Food & Nutrition, Beauty & Personal Care, and Home Care I&I business groups.
The flour and grain trading business was the main driver of earnings, contributing US$10.84 million in operating profit.
The replanting rate dropped further to 2% last year, prompting concerns about long-term sustainability.
The acquisition will be carried out by CAB’s unit, CAB Cakaran Sdn Bhd which operates over 100 broiler and breeder farms across Peninsular Malaysia.