Bayer settles thousands of US Roundup cases with trial lawyers
25th September, 2020
German chemicals giant Bayer has settled thousands of US Roundup weedkiller lawsuits after reaching deals with the only lawyers who took cases to trial over allegations the herbicide caused cancer, Reuters reported on 15 September.
Cargill buys Chinese crusher
24th September, 2020
Global agribusiness giant Cargill has acquired an oilseed crusher based in north China, according to a court document seen by AgriCensus on 15 September.
Colombia palm oil production set for 10% rise
24th September, 2020
Palm oil production in Colombia is forecast to rise by 10% due to increased output, Nasdaq reported the president of the National Federation of Oil Palm Growers (FEDEPALMA) as saying on 2 September.
Latest issue: September/October 2020
Our September/October 2020 issue includes an in-depth look at a company which supplies speciality fats, sourced from Indian butter seeds, to confectionery and cosmetics firms worldwide.
In our sustainability feature we include details of Malaysia’s progress towards achieving the certification of its entire palm oil sector.
We also examine how cultured fats can mimic the richness of animal fats in alternative meat products.
In addition, the September/October issue includes features on the rise in popularity of plant-based foods and a report on the crucial role the Australian rendering industry plays in supporting the country’s global meat trade.
OFI’s regular mix of news, event listings and statistics also feature in this issue.
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Unilever to cut fossil fuels from cleaning products by 2030
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EFSA gives favourable opinion on new rapeseed ingredient
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3-MCPD and GE: A new challenge
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Activated carbon
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Ahiflower
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Algae
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Bleaching earths
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Bleaching earths (Removing MCPDs and GEs from edible oil)
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