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Dole Names VP of Applied Research

September 26, 2005

Dole Food Company Inc. announced the appointment of Dr. Thomas Farewell as vice president, Worldwide Applied Research.

Sleeman, FEMSA Work Together Up North

September 26, 2005

Sleeman Breweries Ltd. announced a national sales, marketing and distribution agreement with FEMSA Cerveza of Mexico, for the Canadian market.

Altering Milk

September 26, 2005

Australian scientists have altered the makeup of milk with high-frequency sound waves in a breakthrough expected to slash manufacturing costs and create new products.

Harvard Confirms Health Benefits of Polyunsaturated Fats

September 26, 2005

A new study gives the "thumbs up" to soft, trans fat-free margarines in terms of foods that can help reduce the risk of heart disease.

Pepsi Bottling Names COO, VP of Worldwide Ops

September 26, 2005

The Pepsi Bottling Group (PBG) announced that its board of directors has elected Eric J. Foss chief operating officer, effective immediately.

Cargill Buying Degussa's Food Ingredients Ops

September 26, 2005

Degussa AG of Dusseldorf, Germany, has agreed to sell its food ingredients operations to Cargill of Minneapolis for 540 million euros ($670 million).

Hain Celestial Looks to Asia

September 26, 2005

The Hain Celestial group has signed an investment agreement with Singapore-based natural food and beverage company Yeo Hiap Seng.

Olive Oil's Anti-inflammatory Help

September 26, 2005

A naturally occurring chemical found in extra-virgin olive oils is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent, report scientists.

Unilever Exploring 'Strategic Options' for Frozen Foods Biz

September 26, 2005

Anglo-Dutch consumer products giant Unilever PLC said it is looking at strategic options for its frozen foods business which includes the Iglo, Findus and Birds Eye brands.