Archives for May 1, 2008

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Barry Callebaut completes KLK acquisition

By  staff reporter

Barry Callebaut has successfully closed its acquisition of a 60 per cent stake in Malaysia's KLK Cocoa - a strategic move expected to give the Swiss firm leverage to expand in the high-potential Asia-Pacific region.

Juicing may boost a fruit's antioxidant punch: study

By  Stephen Daniells

Long term supplementation of antioxidant-rich apples and purple grapes, particularly in juice form, may prevent artery hardening, researchers from France have reported for the first time.

Pepsi invests in UK aquaceuticals

By  Shane Starling

PepsiCo has beefed up its presence in the European functional waters market by acquiring three-year-old UK start-up V Water for an undisclosed fee.