Archives for August 28, 2007

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Syngenta takes sugar beet back to the tropics

By  Jess Halliday

Syngenta has developed a variety of sugar beet for cultivation in tropical climates that is expected to boost output and farmer income, and has initiated two products to develop its use for food and biofuel in India.

Wine keeps Foster's in line for profit growth

By  Neil Merrett

Australian brewer Foster's has posted 4.7 per cent increase in sales to AUS$4.5bn (€2.6bn) for the full fiscal year as it continues to expand its operations outside of its core beer brands.

Donut company develops new zero trans oil

By  Karen Willmer

US-based Dunkin' Brands has developed a new oil in order to create trans-free fat bakery products without sacrificing quality, flavour and taste, the company said this week.