The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority has approved Arla Foods Ingredients’ acquisition of Volac’s Whey Nutrition business. The regulator’s go-ahead follows an evaluation that took place after the two companies signed an acquisition agreement on April 18th 2024. Commenting on the announcement, Luis Cubel, Group Vice President and Managing Director of Arla Foods Ingredients, said: “This is a very welcome decision at a time when demand for high-quality whey ingredients is growing. It means … [Read more...] about Arla Foods Ingredients and Volac joint statement on acquisition decision
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Australian climate change leader Prof Tim Flannery to headline International Seaweed Conference debuting in Australia next March
The organisers of the longstanding and respected Seagriculture Conferences, DLG Benelux, together with local industry host the Australian Sustainable Seaweed Alliance (ASSA) today announce that Professor Tim Flannery, one of Australia’s leading writers on climate change and an internationally acclaimed scientist, explorer and conservationist, will open a global seaweed gathering set for 18-20 March 2025 in Adelaide. Professor Flannery, a former Australian of the Year and Councillor at … [Read more...] about Australian climate change leader Prof Tim Flannery to headline International Seaweed Conference debuting in Australia next March
MycoTechnology appoints Rob Case as new chairman of the board
MycoTechnology, Inc. has announced Rob Case, member of the MycoTechnology Board of Directors, as its new Chairman of the Board. He succeeds Co-Founder and former Chairman, Alan Hahn, who will continue to support the company as a member of the board. As a board member for over six years, Rob has supported MycoTechnology through many stages of growth as it became a prominent food technology innovator. His leadership and commercial expertise will help to guide the company throughout its ongoing … [Read more...] about MycoTechnology appoints Rob Case as new chairman of the board