http://www.cargill.com Current news releases, Cargill issues briefings, media contact information and other information for journalists. Tues, 29 Jan 2008 ListGarden Program 1.02 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/081013_earnings.htm Cargill today reported net earnings of $1.49 billion in the 2009 first quarter ended Aug. 31, up 62 percent from $917 million in the same period a year ago. Mon, 13 Oct 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/081010_carthageplantclose.htm Cargill announced that it will cease operations at its Carthage, Mo. facility in December 2008. Production will be transitioned to its Charlotte, NC facility. Fri, 10 Oct 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/081007_wellsfargo.htm Cargill AgHorizons and Wells Fargo are collaborating on a new contracting program designed to help farm families capitalize on grain-contracting opportunities in today’s volatile markets. Tues, 7 Oct 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/081006_medanfeedmill.htm Cargill Animal Nutrition Indonesia announced today that it has finalized a purchase agreement with PT Berlian Unggas Sakti to buy its animal feed mill in Medan, Indonesia. Mon, 6 Oct 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080930_antineafoundation.htm Cargill is sponsoring the first two years of the Antinea Foundation’s upcoming sea expedition to 100 of the most important marine eco-regions in the world. Tues, 30 Sept 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080930_hemiforce.htm Cargill announced today it is launching the HemiForce line of enhanced fiber additives, designed to increase the strength of tissue, paper and paperboard products while lowering manufacturing costs. Tues, 30 Sept 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080930_biohfoamcarpenter.htm Carpenter Co., the largest manufacturer of comfort cushioning in the world, has formally introduced the Renew brand of foam cushioning made with Cargill’s soy-based BiOH polyols. Mon, 29 Sept 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080929_bioheurope.htm Cargill's biobased polyurethanes business has opened a sales office in France to serve its fast-growing European customer base. Mon, 29 Sept 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080925_candyaward.htm John Urbanski, vice president of technical sales and services at Cargill Cocoa Chocolate, received the esteemed Stroud Jordan Award from the American Association of Candy Technologists (AACT) for his outstanding contributions to the field of confectionery technology. Thur, 18 Sept 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080922_mmsdc.htm Cargill has been named 2008 Corporation of the Year by the Midwest Minority Supplier Development Council (MMSDC), a chapter of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC). Thur, 18 Sept 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080918_bbisudonation.htm Cargill has pledged $1.5 million to Iowa State University to establish the Cargill Endowed Chair in Energy Economics. Thur, 18 Sept 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080918_montoir_eng.htm Cargill has inaugurated a new €65-million rapeseed crush plant in the port of Montoir in western France. The company has made the investment in partnership with Sofiprotéol, which promotes the marketing and processing of oilseeds in France. Thur, 18 Sept 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080918_montoir_fr.htm Cargill a inauguré une nouvelle usine de trituration de colza dans le port de Montoir. Cette usine représente un investissement de 65 millions d’euros pour le Groupe. Thur, 18 Sept 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080908_chocolatier.htm Cargill announced today that it will hold a three-day seminar, in Lititz, Pa., Nov. 10-12, for aspiring confectioners and chocolatiers who are serious about starting their own confectionery business. Mon, 8 Sept 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080908_bastiaens_flm.htm Cargill maakte vandaag bekend dat Guillaume Bastiaens, vice-voorzitter van Cargill en lid van Cargill’s Raad van Bestuur, op 1 september 2008 na 41jaar dienst met pensioen gegaan is. Mon, 8 Sept 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080908_bastiaens_eng.htm Cargill today announced that Guillaume Bastiaens, vice chairman of Cargill and member, Cargill Board of Directors, has retired, effective Sept. 1, 2008, after 41 years of service with the company. Mon, 8 Sept 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080904_cedarrapids.htm After record flooding earlier in the summer, Cargill has partnered with Tissue Technology, LLC, and ABF Freight System, Inc., to donate paper products and matching funds valued at more than $4,500 to The Salvation Army in Cedar Rapids. Thur, 4 Sept 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/media/080812page.htm When Greg Page was invited to talk on the future of food at the Chautuaqua Institute, he decided to organize the presentation by interviewing himself, promising to "show myself no quarter." The following is a written version of the speech. Tue, 12 Aug 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080827_fortcollins.htm Cargill hosted a grand opening event for employees and members of the community on August 19 at its expanded Specialty Canola Innovation Center in Fort Collins. Wed, 27 Aug 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080820_chocolatebacon.htm This year at the Minnesota State Fair, two local companies, Cargill and Famous Dave’s, are bringing together the sweet taste of chocolate with the salty flavor of bacon by introducing a new State Fair delight - "Pig Lickers.” Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080819_earnings.htm Cargill today reported earnings from continuing operations of $744 million in the 2008 fourth quarter ended May 31, up 18 percent from $628 million in the same period a year ago. Tues, 19 Aug 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080723_patent.htm Cargill has received a patent for a breakthrough technology in taste tissue imaging and taste modification that is superior to the cell screening technology currently available in the flavor, food and beverage industries. Wed, 23 July 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080721_freshzone.htm Cargill has developed a new flavor technology that delivers a consistent, fresh taste experience to consumers, and is safer for manufacturers than liquid alternatives. Mon, 21 July 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080715_aberdeen.htm Cargill hosted a groundbreaking event June 26 at the Aberdeen site of the company’s future specialty canola research and production centre, scheduled to open in November 2008. Tue, 15 July 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080711_truvia.htm To offer consumers the "First Taste Moment" of Truvia natural sweetener, the new zero calorie, great tasting sweetener, Cargill opens the Truvia Greenhouse at Rockefeller Center from July 9 - 11 in New York City. Wed, 9 July 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/070908_goodnature.htm “When you’re good at something, people say you’re a natural,” said Joe Linot, pork marketing manager, Cargill. “We’re a natural at natural pork. Our Good Nature pork allows the quality and flavor of pork to be the focus of consumers’ eating experiences – without ever using antibiotics or growth hormones.” Wed, 9 July 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080710_brazil.htm Today in Belo Horizonte, at Palácio da Liberdade, the seat of government of Minas Gerais state, representatives signed a letter of intent between Minas Gerais and Cargill Agrícola S.A., to start work on the expansion of the corn processing plant at the company’s industrial complex in Uberlândia. Thur, 10 July 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/070908_goodnature.htm Cargill Meat Solutions today announced the launch of Good Nature pork – the company’s new, all-natural, antibiotic-free pork brand. Wed, 9 July 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080708_biohplant.htm Cargill has broken ground on a $22-million BiOH brand polyols manufacturing plant in Chicago. The new production facility will be the first world-scale biobased polyols plant. Tue, 8 July 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080707_snackinnovationcenter.htm Cargill has expanded its capabilities to help food manufacturers create innovative new products that drive sales growth with the opening of a new Snacks and Cereal Product Innovation Center in Minneapolis, Minn. Mon, 7 July 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080627_chinacsr.htm Beijing Normal University signed a cooperation agreement with Cargill Investments (China) Ltd on July 27, 2008 to jointly work on education policy research and provide psychotherapy aid for children in the earthquake-affected region of Sichuan Province. Fri, 27 June 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080626_natureworks.htm Marc Verbruggen has been named the new president and chief executive officer of NatureWorks LLC. Verbruggen replaces Dennis McGrew, who had held the post since Jan. 1, 2006. McGrew will remain with the company in an advisory capacity. Wed, 25 June 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080625_iftsnack.htm Visitors to Cargill’s booth (#2826) at the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Food Expo (June 28 – July 2, New Orleans) can sample and learn more about two new snack prototypes that address the trends towards lowering sodium intake and the time-tested desire for pure indulgence. Wed, 25 June 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080623_beverage.htm Visitors to Cargill’s booth (#2826) at the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Food Expo (June 28—July 2, New Orleans) can sample and learn more about five new beverage prototypes that provide health benefits and address consumer demand for taste and texture. Mon, 23 June 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080617_care.htm Cargill today announced a major expansion in its efforts to increase rural economic development and find long-term solutions to poverty and food security issues. Tue, 17 June 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080616_seasalt..htm To help food processors meet a growing demand for sea salt, Cargill today announced the launch of its new Sea Salt Grinder cut salt product. Mon, 16 June 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080616_electronicsig.htm A Nebraska corn producer earlier this week became the first in the nation to electronically sign a grain contract using the website CargillAg.com. Mon, 16 June 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080613_elkriver.htm The Cargill Animal Nutrition Innovation Campus will celebrate 50 years of research, innovation and excellence in the animal nutrition field this month. 13 June 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080611_iftbakery.htm On trend prototypes reflect consumer demand for gluten-free, whole grain and on-the-go nutrition. 11 June 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080602_hfiec.htm Responding to consumer demand for health-oriented, great-tasting food and beverage products, Cargill will demonstrate its expertise in partnering with customers to develop health-promoting, functional products at the Healthy Foods International Exposition and Conference, June 18-19 in Dallas. 2 June 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/news4/080529_ift.htm Cargill will showcase an array of new product development and ingredient capabilities in the bakery, beverage, and snacks and cereals categories at the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Food Expo June 28 - July 2, 2008, in New Orleans Tues, 29 May 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080526_maclennan.htm Cargill today announced the election of David MacLennan as chief financial officer (CFO) by Cargill’s Board of Directors. Tues, 27 May 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080526_quake_relief_eng.htm One day after the devastating earthquake struck Sichuan Province in China, Cargill China quickly mobilized to collect funds for the relief efforts by initiating a worldwide fund raising campaign among its businesses and employees. Mon, 26 May 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080515_truvia.htm In response to strong consumer demand for a natural, zero-calorie way to sweeten foods and beverages, Cargill today introduced TRUVIA brand (pronounced Tru-VEE-a) natural sweetener, a great-tasting, zero-calorie sweetener made from rebiana, the best-tasting part of the stevia leaf. TRUVIA natural sweetener will provide consumers with a new, natural way to reduce calories in their diet while still enjoying sweet-tasting foods and beverages. Thur, 15 May 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080515_science.htm Research published electronically today in the peer-reviewed scientific journal Food and Chemical Toxicology clearly establishes the safety of rebiana (common or usual name for high-purity Rebaudioside A from stevia) for general use to sweeten foods and beverages, according to experts at Cargill and The Coca-Cola Company. Thur, 15 May 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080512_coralville.htm Cargill has recently relocated the regional offices and staff from two of its businesses to the University of Iowa (UI) Research Park in Coralville, Iowa Mon, 12 May 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080508_fedlabaward.htm Scientists from the Midwest Area of the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) – the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) chief in-house scientific agency – and Cargill will receive an “Award for Excellence in Technology Transfer” from the Federal Laboratory Consortium (FLC) on May 8 at the FLC National Meeting in Portland, Ore. Thurs, 8 May 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080505_innovationcenter.htm Cargill is expanding its capabilities to serve the baking industry with the opening of a new Product Innovation Center in Minneapolis, Minn. Mon, 5 May 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080501_booneville.htm After an Easter Sunday fire heavily damaged its meat processing plant here, Cargill Value Added Meats (CVAM) said today with regrets that it will not rebuild the facility, and will instead produce meat products at other Cargill facilities. Thur, 1 May 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080422_biologic.htm BioLogic, an internationally recognized food-plot seed company, has just entered into an agreement with Cargill Animal Nutrition to co-endorse each other’s products, including BioLogic food-plot seed and Sportsman’s Choice Record Rack Deer - Elk Feed. Tues, 22 Apr 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080423_wroclawexpansion.htm Cargill has expanded its wheat processing facility in Wroclaw, Poland, with the addition of a flour mill and development of its existing ethanol line. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080421_lsuscholars.htm To commemorate groundbreaking on a new sugar refinery in Reserve, La., Cargill is donating $10,000 to a Louisiana State University scholarship fund for graduate students pursuing careers in agribusiness and agricultural economics. Mon, 21 Apr 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080414_gerkens.htm Cargill has introduced new convenient 5 kg. bags, designed for trouble-free handling and storage, for its Gerkens 22/24 Garnet cocoa powder. Gerkens 22/24 Garnet cocoa powder is a highly alkalized, high fat cocoa powder that conveys an intense cocoa flavor in a dark red color. Mon, 14 Apr 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080414_earnings.htm Cargill today reported net earnings of $1.03 billion in the 2008 third quarter ended Feb. 29, up 86 percent from $553 million in the same period a year ago. Mon, 14 Apr 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080410_columbia.htm Cargill today urged passage of the U.S.- Colombia Trade Agreement as a means of promoting economic growth and greater commercial ties between the two countries.. Fri, 11 Apr 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080410_manchecsterplant.htm Cargill’s new wheat processing plant at Trafford Park, Manchester, was officially opened today, marking the company’s ongoing determination to meet growing customer product and supply requirements. Thur, 10 Apr 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080409_elations.htm Cargill, an international provider of food, agricultural and risk management products and services, has teamed up with The Elations Company, a joint supplement beverage group. Wed, 9 Apr 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080408_lsr.htm Louisiana Sugar Refining, LLC (LSR) will break ground for its new million-ton-per-year sugar refinery at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 15, at the facility site adjacent to Cargill’s 200-acre riverfront complex in Reserve, La. Tue, 8 Apr 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080408_cheese.htm Cargill has developed natural specialty cheese flavor ingredients producing the complex, authentic aged notes of Gouda, Swiss, Cheddar, Parmesan, Romano and Blue cheeses -- ideal for use in a wide variety of applications, particularly sauces, dressings, and snacks. Tue, 8 Apr 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080402_fms.htm Cargill announced today that it has entered into agreement with Feed Management Systems (FMS) to invest capital that will help accelerate software development. Wed, 2 Apr 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080331_willowbrook.htm Cargill Value Added Meats (CVAM) said today that it has acquired certain assets of Willow Brook Foods (Willow Brook). Mon, 31 Mar 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080327_chn.htm Cargill announced today that its Blair, Neb., polyols plant has earned a "SUPERIOR" rating from the American Institute of Baking (AIB) for the fifth consecutive year. Thur, 27 Mar 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080327_lawdiversity.htm Cargill’s law department was one of two corporate legal departments to capture 2008 Employer of Choice Awards at the Minority Corporate Counsel Association (MCCA)’s Midwest Region Diversity Dinner held here on March 26. Thur, 27 Mar 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080327_ifttech.htm This year, seven Cargill technical experts will offer perspectives on food science and industry topics at the 2008 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Food Expo in New Orleans, June 28 to July 1. Thur, 27 Mar 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080326_whitehouse.htm Firth Whitehouse, Ph.D, a senior food applications scientist at Cargill, will discuss texture in the world of confections at the 62nd Annual PMCA Production Conference, April 7-9, in Hershey, Pa. Thur, 27 Mar 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080320_aqsiq.htm Cargill will partner with AQSIQ to provide Chinese government officials, academics and business leaders with food safety training to expand their expertise and knowledge in food safety management. Fri, 21 Mar 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080215_euzerose.htm Cargill's polyol sweetener Zerose erythritol today achieves formal recognition as an officially approved sweetener and food additive in all 27 European Union Member States. Fri, 15 Feb 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/1080213_cargillsucromalt.htm Scientists from the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) – the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) chief in-house scientific research agency – and Cargill received the ARS’s “Superior Technology Transfer Award” on Feb. 12 at USDA headquarters in Washington, D.C. Wed, 13 Feb 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/1080207_corowisemultivitamin.htm There is good news for the nearly 100 million Americans who are looking for simple and natural options to help reduce their cholesterol. Thur, 7 Feb 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/news4/080130_wilburvday.htm Celebrate this Valentine’s Day by playing cupid, and allowing your loved ones to fall in love with Wilbur Chocolate. Wed, 30 Jan 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/news4/080129_horizonwheat.htm Horizon Milling has developed three new prototypes that demonstrate how food manufacturers can easily incorporate a concentrated source of essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants into great-tasting snacks, cereals and bars using all-natural GrainWise Wheat Aleurone. Tue, 29 Jan 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080125_reveal.htm Cargill Animal Nutrition announces that its REVEAL system is now available for customers. Fri, 25 Jan 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080122_horizonmilling.htm Horizon Milling announced today that it will expand its flour mill in Stockton, Calif. The expansion involves equipment additions within the mill’s existing footprint and will increase wheat flour capacity from 11,000 cwt per day to 15,000 cwt per day. Tue, 22 Jan 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080122_safelaneuk.htm A new technology with a documented track record of reducing weather-related crashes on roads and bridges throughout the United States has been used for a trial period for the first time in the United Kingdom. Tue, 22 Jan 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080118_ctsgulffood.htm In response to the significant growth in the food industry in the Middle East, Cargill is appointing Denis Palacioglu to manage its texturizing business in the Gulf region. Fri, 18 Jan 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080114_novozymes.htm Cargill and Novozymes today announced a joint agreement to develop technology enabling the production of acrylic acid via 3-hydroxypropionic acid (3HPA) from renewable raw materials. Wed, 14 Jan 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080114_earnings.htm Cargill today reported net earnings of $954 million in the 2008 second quarter ended Nov. 30, up 44 percent from $662 million in the same period a year ago. Wed, 14 Jan 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080109_paseobiofuels.htm Investors in Paseo Biofuels, LLC, joined the Missouri Soybean Association (MSA) and officials from Cargill today to celebrate the completion of major construction on the Paseo-Cargill Energy biodiesel plant near the Paseo Bridge in Kansas City, Mo. Wed, 9 Jan 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080103_mollicoolz.htm Cargill is expanding its poultry operations in the UK with the acquisition of Freeman's of Newent Ltd. (Freeman’s), a primary chicken processing business in Gloucestershire. Mon, 7 Jan 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/080103_mollicoolz.htm For most consumers, the term 'cryogenic freezing' might call to mind a sci-fi movie. However, the term also is associated with something that can be found in anyone’s kitchen freezer – a delicious ice cream treat. Thu, 3 Jan 2008 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071219_cutknife.htm Cargill Limited has announced that it will discontinue operations at its Cut Knife, Saskatchewan, farm service centre, effective Dec. 31, 2007. Wed, 19 Dec 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071219_bestplant.htm Cargill’s corn milling operation in Wahpeton is the first Cargill-operated facility ever to be named one of the Top 10 “Best Plants in North America” by IndustryWeek. Wed, 19 Dec 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071204_wcspartnership.htm Cargill and the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) have formed a partnership to support global efforts to examine health links among humans, livestock, and wildlife, and to monitor for avian influenza and other diseases shared between people and animals. Tue, 4 Dec 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071204_natureworksjvfinalized.htm Cargill and Teijin Limited of Japan announce that all required regulatory approvals for the 50/50 NatureWorks LLC joint venture have been received. Tue, 4 Dec 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071204_wcspartnership.htm Cargill and the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) have formed a partnership to support global efforts to examine health links among humans, livestock, and wildlife, and to monitor for avian influenza and other diseases shared between people and animals. Tue, 4 Dec 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071203_canolacampaign.htm To keep pace with the exceptional and continuous demand for healthy high oleic specialty canola oils, Cargill is reminding growers to lock in next season crops to guarantee a continuous supply of such oils for consumers and food companies. Fri, 30 Nov 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071120_brazilchocolate.htm Cargill, Latin America’s largest cocoa processor, has advanced further in the supply chain and started producing compound and other types of chocolate for the food industry. Tue, 20 Nov 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071119_cargillagdotcom.htm Cargill today launched CargillAg.com, a website developed to give grain producers a one-stop, online grain marketing resource. Mon, 19 Nov 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071103_meatrecall.htm Cargill Meat Solutions said it is voluntarily recalling approximately 1,084,384 pounds of ground beef produced at its Wyalusing, Pa., Cargill Regional Beef facility because of the possible presence of E. coli O157:H7. Sat, 3 Nov 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071030_palmoil.htm Cargill today announced plans for an anaerobic digester at its CTP Harapan Sawit Lestari Palm Oil Mill and Plantation in Manis Mata, West Kalimantan, Indonesia. Tues, 30 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071029_creamflavors.htm Cargill announced today that it has developed a natural cream flavor that replicates the authentic taste and quality of fresh cream while also providing customers with significant cost savings, in some cases, as much as 50 percent. Mon, 29 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071029_hondurasenglish.htm Cargill today announced it will convert from conventional fuel oil to biomass to power its ALCON-Honduras animal nutrition facility in San Pedro Sula, Honduras. Mon, 29 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071025_wwfedairy.htm Visitors to Cargill’s booth (#S5743) at the Worldwide Food Expo (Oct. 24-27, Chicago, Ill.) can sample and learn more about four new dairy prototypes that both tantalize the taste buds and address distinct consumer demands. Thur, 25 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071024_clearvalley.htm Cargill has expanded its Clear Valley line of high oleic canola oil products to include Clear Valley all-purpose shortening, Clear Valley doughnut shortening and Clear Valley icing shortening. Wed, 24 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071023_indonesiacef.htm Cargill today announced the start of construction of an anaerobic digester on PT Santosa Agrido’s Lampung Bekri 23,000-cattle feedlot operation in Lampung / Sumatera, Indonesia. Wed, 24 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071024_newark.htm SafeLane surface overlay, a new technology with a documented record of reducing weather-related crashes on roads and bridges, will be installed at an airport for the first time in the lower 48 states later this month. Wed, 24 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071023_wwfemeat.htm Visitors to Cargill’s booth (#N141) at the Worldwide Food Expo (October 24-27, Chicago, Ill.) can sample and learn more about three new meat and meat replacement prototypes that address distinct consumer demands. Tue, 23 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071016_hojiblancajv.htm Two of the world’s leading vegetable oil companies, Cargill and the Spanish co-operative Hojiblanca, are to form a 50:50 joint venture (JV) to source, trade and supply customers worldwide with private label and bulk olive oil. Tue, 16 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071017_robinsonjv.htm Cargill, a leading global trader, processor and distributor of iron and steel, and Robinson Steel, a leading producer of sheet and plate from coil and laser-cut parts, have formed Cargill Robinson, LLC. Wed, 17 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071016_leatherdale.htm Nutrena and the University of Minnesota have partnered together to design the Leatherdale Equine Center with a community space attached to it that will serve as the Nutrena Conference Center. Tues, 16 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/081015_earnings.htm Cargill today reported net earnings of $917 million for the 2008 first quarter ended Aug. 31, up 83 percent from $500 million in the same period a year ago. Mon, 15 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071012_cedarrapids.htm Members of Teamsters Local 238 today ratified a 3-year contract offer from Cargill, ending a 12-day strike at Cargill’s corn milling plant in Cedar Rapids. Fri, 12 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071010_wwfe.htm Cargill will showcase an array of application development capabilities at the Worldwide Food Expo show, Oct. 24-27, in Chicago. Worldwide Food Expo is the year’s largest food and beverage processing and packaging event in the world, featuring 1,000 of the world’s leading suppliers. Wed, 10 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071006_meatrecall.htm Cargill Meat Solutions said it is voluntarily recalling approximately 844,812 pounds of frozen ground beef patties because they may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7. Sat, 5 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071004_seymour.htm This autumn, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) will try a new solution to the old problem of ice, snow and the other hazards that fall and winter driving can bring. Thur, 4 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071003_sheboygan.htm Cargill announced today that it will reopen its malting facility in Sheboygan, Wis. Start-up will begin on Dec. 1, 2007. Wed, 3 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071002_transglutenfree.htm Visitors to Cargill’s booth (#1831) at the International Baking Industry Exposition (October 7-10, Orlando, Fla.) can sample and learn more about two new prototypes that both tantalize the taste buds and address distinct consumer demands. Tues, 2 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071002_cefindonesia.htm Cargill today announced an agreement with PT Budi Acid Jaya Tbk to construct, finance and manage anaerobic digesters at their cassava starch plants in Way Jepara and Unit 6 - Lampung, Sumatra. Tues, 2 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071001_natureworksjv.htm Cargill and Teijin Limited of Japan today announced a joint venture in NatureWorks LLC, maker of NatureWorks biopolymer, derived from 100 percent renewable resources. Mon, 1 Oct 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070928_indulgence.htm Visitors to Cargill’s booth (#1831) at the International Baking Industry Exposition (October 7-10, Orlando, Fla.) can sample and learn more about two new indulgent prototypes that tantalize the taste buds. Fri, 28 Sept 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070925_adafnce.htm Visitors to Cargill’s booths (#1038, #1041, #1046, #1047) at the Food and Nutrition Conference Expo (FNCE, Philadelphia, Sept. 30-Oct. 2, 2007) will have the opportunity to sample and learn more about an array of the company’s offerings for food and beverage manufacturers seeking to make their products healthier or simply more nutritious. Tue, 25 Sept 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070925_ibiewholegrain.htm Visitors to Cargill’s booth (#1831) at the International Baking Industry Exposition (October 7-10, Orlando, Fla.) can sample and learn more about two new prototypes that provide whole grain and address consumer demand for great taste. Tue, 25 Sept 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070920_ibiebreakfast.htm Visitors to Cargill’s booth (#1831) at the International Baking Industry Exposition (October 7-10, Orlando, Fla.) can sample and learn more about two new breakfast prototypes that address distinct consumer demands. Thur, 20 Sept 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070919_expoeast.htm Cargill will showcase an array of application development and functional ingredient capabilities at the Natural Products Expo East show, Sept. 26-29, 2007, in Baltimore, Md. Wed, 19 Sept 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070918_biohbrazil.htm Cargill’s BiOH polyols business has added manufacturing capability in Brazil to serve its fast-growing Latin American customer base. Tues, 18 Sept 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070919_fdahealth.htm The U.S. FDA has announced that they will allow the claim that the nutritive sweetener, isomaltulose, does not promote tooth decay. Tues, 18 Sept 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070911_pageannouncement.htm Cargill announced today the company’s board of directors has elected Cargill Chief Executive Officer and President Greg Page, 56, chairman of the board, effective Sept. 11, 2007. Tues, 11 Sept 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070910_ibie2007.htm Responding to the demands of consumers, retailers and food manufacturers for increasingly nutritious, great-tasting and convenient baked goods, Cargill will showcase an array of bakery application development and functional ingredient capabilities at the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE), Oct. 7-10, 2007 in Orlando, Fla. Mon, 10 Sept 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070910_propricing.htm Building on the success of its original ProPricing contract, Cargill is introducing an enhanced offering of this contract at the request of customers. Mon, 10 Sept 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070910_safelaneillinois.htm This fall the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) will try a new solution to the old problem of ice, snow and the other hazards that fall and winter driving can bring. Mon, 10 Sept 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070906_safelanehibbin.htm A just-released analysis of crash data on the Highway 169 Mitchell Bridge near Hibbing, Minn., shows significant accident reduction even in a mild winter on bridge lanes where SafeLane™ surface overlay is installed. Thurs, 6 Sept 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070904_idahodairyfarm.htm Cargill today announced plans to build and operate an anaerobic digester on Bettencourt Dairy Farm’s new 10,000-cow farm here. Tues, 4 Sept 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070830_sunnyfreshnamechange.htm Sunny Fresh Foods, Inc., a manufacturer of egg and breakfast products and a subsidiary of Cargill, announced that it is changing its name to Cargill Kitchen Solutions, Inc. Sunny Fresh will officially begin doing business as Cargill Kitchen Solutions on Sept. 4. Thur, 30 Aug 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070829_fieurope.htm On Cargill’s stand (F61) at October’s Food Ingredients Europe exhibition to be held in London, technical and marketing experts will be available to share insights and expertise on how Cargill partners with its customers to help them develop differentiated new products or enhance existing brands in the beverages, bakery, confectionery, dairy and savoury and meat categories. Tues, 28 Aug 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070828_clavet.htm Cargill today confirmed plans to build a second canola processing plant adjacent to its existing operation in Clavet, Saskatchewan. Tues, 28 Aug 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070827_adacorowise.htm Cargill announced today that it has become a Premier Sponsor of the American Dietetic Association (ADA). Cargill’s CoroWise brand of plant sterols will be featured prominently in various ADA materials throughout the two-year sponsorship. Mon, 27 Aug 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070824_kstategift.htm Cargill, Minneapolis, Minn., has made a gift of $1 million to Kansas State University to establish the Cargill Center for Ethical Leadership within the Center for Leadership Studies at K-State. Fri, 24 Aug 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070822_robinsonsteel.htm Cargill, a leading global trader, processor and distributor of iron and steel, has agreed to enter into a joint venture with Robinson Steel to produce and distribute RPS Sheet and Plate under license. Wed, 22 Aug 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070821_earnings.htm Cargill today reported net earnings of $628 million in the fiscal 2007 fourth quarter ended May 31, up 75 percent from $358 million in the same period a year ago. Tues, 21 Aug 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070720_mcaeddyville.htm Minority owned chemical distributor Midwest Chlor-Alkali, LLC today announced plans to build a manufacturing plant adjacent to Cargill’s corn milling facility in Eddyville, Iowa, contingent on completion of lease negotiations. Mon, 20 Aug 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070808_southafricapigfarm.htm Cargill is to build an anaerobic digester on a pig farm in South Africa, the first time such technology will be used in the country. Wed, 8 Aug 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070807_biohlab.htm Cargill deepened its commitment to biobased polyols development this week by opening the BiOH Polyols Research and Development Center with a staff of scientists focused on developing new polyol products and commercial applications for biobased polyols. Tues, 7 Aug 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070801_opus.htm Opus recently announced the topping out of the first phase of the Excelsior Crossings office campus, located on the northeast corner of Highway 169 and Excelsior Boulevard in Hopkins, Minn. Wed, 1 Aug 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070730_saltwise.htm Cargill today introduced SaltWise, a proprietary new family of sodium reduction systems, at the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Food Expo in Chicago. Mon, 30 July 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070726_ift.htm Responding to consumer demand for health-oriented, great-tasting and convenient food and beverage products, Cargill will showcase a broad array of application development and functional ingredient capabilities at the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Food Expo, July 28 – Aug. 1, 2007 in Chicago. Thurs, 19 July 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070725_shullsburg.htm Cargill today announced that it has acquired a 1.9 million-bushel flat storage facility in Shullsburg, Wis. Wed, 25 July 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070724_wakeeney.htm Cargill announces that it has resumed full operation of the WaKeeney grain business known as Castlerock Marketing, LLC. Tues, 24 July 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070716_cosucra.htm A recent clinical study, conducted by Cosucra Groupe Warcoing, indicates that Cosucra’s prebiotic inulin helps promote healthy intestinal bacteria and reduces the activity of an enzyme which may be linked to development of colon cancer. Mon, 16 July 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070719_eddyville.htm Cargill announced plans to expand ethanol production capacity by 110 million gallons per year at its Eddyville, Iowa, corn-processing complex. Thurs, 19 July 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071907_ghana.htm Cargill has broken ground at the site where it will build a new value-added cocoa processing facility in Tema, Ghana. Thurs, 19 July 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070713_nutrenaloyall.htm A new line of premium dog and cat food, Loyall, will soon be available at ag-retail outlets around the country, including Nutrena, Agway and ACCO dealers. Fri, 13 July 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071207_bemidjisafelane.htm Summer is here and that means Minnesota motorists no longer need to worry about icy or snowy roadways. Thurs, 12 July 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071007_ashlanddavy.htm Ashland Inc. (NYSE:ASH) and Cargill today announced they have entered into a technology licensing agreement with Davy Process Technology Ltd., a Johnson Matthey Company, on behalf of the joint venture the companies intend to form. Tues, 10 July 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/071007_agrograin.htm Cargill has begun the process of acquiring full ownership of Agrograin, one of the leading grain and oilseeds trading and storage companies in Hungary. Tues, 10 July 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070707_lomas.htm Cargill has announced that it is expanding its partnership with L.V. Lomas Limited to include distribution of its Oliggo-Fiber inulin products in Canada. Mon, 9 July 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070709_wfp.htm Cargill announced today that it has committed US$1 million a year for three years (US$3 million total commitment) to fund a partnership with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to improve the quality of education and the health and nutritional levels of school age children in Bogor (West Java) and Madura (East Java). Mon, 9 July 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070626_greenchem.htm Cargill’s BiOH brand polyols, the first commercially successful biobased polyols used in polyurethane foam cushioning, has won the 2007 President’s Green Chemistry Challenge Award. Tues, 26 June 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070612_safelanealexandria.htm Summer is almost here and that means Minnesota motorists should no longer need to worry about icy or snowy roadways. Tues, 12 June 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070606_zerose.htm Cargill has branded its erythritol product line under a new name, Zerose erythritol, that clearly conveys to food manufacturers and consumers that the all-natural sweetener contains zero sugar, zero calories, zero aftertaste and zero artificial ingredients. Wed, 6 June 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070530_oceantransport.htm Cargill today announced the appointment of Gert Jan Vandenakker as head of its Ocean Transportation business, headquartered in Geneva. Wed, 30 May 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070524_safelanewebinar.htm Transportation officials seeking innovations in highway safety are about to get their first look at the latest performance data for a promising new technology called SafeLane Surface Overlay. Thurs, 24 May 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070518_2007scholarship.htm Cargill recently announced the names of 400 high-school seniors who were selected to receive a scholarship sponsored by the company. Fri, 18 May 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070517_cdtaward.htm Cargill Deicing Technology has been selected to receive a 2007 Ohio Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Chairman’s Above and Beyond Award. Thurs, 17 May 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070514_petervrijsen.htm Peter Vrijsen has joined Cargill as corporate vice president, Human Resources. Mon, 14 May 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/dm163535.htm Cargill Specialty Canola Oil has signed a long-term lease to open a specialty canola research farm in Aberdeen, Saskatchewan. Thurs, 17 May 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070516_tornadoaid.htm Cargill today announced the company has committed $50,000 to support the American Red Cross relief efforts following the devastating tornado and flooding that struck Greensburg and other communities in Kansas over the weekend. Wed, 16 May 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070510_juiceplant.htm Citing an increasingly difficult industry environment, Cargill announced yesterday plans to permanently cease operations at its orange and grapefruit juice processing facilities in the Florida cities of Frostproof and Avon Park. Thurs, 10 May 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070508_ashlandjv.htm Ashland Inc. and Cargill have agreed in principle to create a new joint venture devoted solely to the development and production of biobased chemicals. Tue, 8 May 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070424_paddybioethanolgerman.htm Cargill wird seine bestehende Weizenverarbeitung in Barby (Deutschland) erweitern, um auch Bioethanol herzustellen. Tue, 24 April 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070424_paddymacbioethanol.htm Cargill is to extend its wheat processing operations in Barby, Germany, to include the production of bioethanol. Tue, 24 April 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070419_toshoku.htm Cargill announced today that the merger of Toshoku Limited and Cargill Japan Limited was duly approved by the shareholders’ meetings of both parties. Thu, 19 April 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070416_earnings.htm Cargill today reported net earnings of $553 million in the 2007 third quarter ended Feb. 28, up 49 percent from $370 million in the same period a year ago. Mon, 16 April 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070412_zirax.htm Cargill today announced it has signed an agreement granting Zirax PLC, the specialty chemical company focused on oilfield process chemicals and de-icing solutions, exclusive rights to market SafeLane™ Surface Overlay in Russia and the 10 other countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). Thu, 12 April 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070411_fresno.htm To help promote fire safety and protection, Cargill is donating $1,000 to the Fresno County Fire Protection District to help purchase smoke detectors to support the Early Detection Program. Wed, 11 April 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070329_omega3food.htm Cargill has entered the Omega 3 food ingredient business with an ingredient that promises to be an innovative alternative to existing Omega 3 products in the area of flavor. Thu, 29 March 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070328_riverbendchildcare.htm To help promote early childhood education, Cargill is donating $4,000 to Riverbend Child Care Center to help purchase a variety of new equipment and educational materials for the center. Wed, 28 March 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070314_newzealandcoal.htm Cargill is to purchase a 49-percent stake in the Spring Creek Coal Mine from Solid Energy New Zealand. Wed, 14 March 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070313_newacademy.htm Students at four Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) will have the opportunity to improve their academic performance and college preparedness through a unique academic enrichment program based on American history. Tue, 13 March 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070312_regenasure.htm Cargill announced today that its REGENASURE® Glucosamine was determined to be GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) for specific food and beverage applications. Mon, 12 March 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070307_ifthearthealth2.htm Cargill will showcase a number of health-promoting, innovative products during the Natural Products Expo West show, March 8-11, 2007, in Anaheim, Calif. Wed, 7 March 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070306_canlegal.htm Cargill filed a lawsuit in federal district court in Sacramento on March 1 against the former general manager of its Pacific Coast business and four of its former dairy consultants. Tue, 6 March 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070228_aquaresearch.htm Cargill Animal Nutrition has recently completed construction of a new aqua research facility in Elk River, Minn. that will increase Cargill’s research capabilities to provide nutrient-driven solutions within the feed industry. Wed, 28 Feb 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070226_recticelpolyols.htm Marking a significant milestone for Europe’s largest flexible foam manufacturer, Recticel has formally introduced the Arcadia™ brand of flexible foams made with Cargill’s soy-based BiOH™ polyols. Mon, 26 Feb 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070222_criscoprofsessional.htm Cargill and The J. M. Smucker Company today announced an agreement in which Cargill will be licensed to manufacture and market a set of foodservice oils and shortenings under the Crisco Professional® line of “zero grams trans fat per serving” oils and shortenings. Thu, 22 Feb 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070220_carvalinvestors.htm CarVal Investors, LLC (formerly Cargill Value Investment) announced today the closing of CVI Global Value Fund, a fund formed to invest in loan portfolios, corporate securities, real estate and special opportunities. Tue, 20 Feb 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070216_olympicmetals.htm Cargill, a leading global trader, processor and distributor of iron and steel, has agreed to purchase the assets of Olympic Metals in Loudon, Tenn, through its Steel Service Center business. Fri, 16 Feb 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070215_franciscargilljoinsmerc.htm A new maternity clinic, funded by Cargill and Mercy Ships, has been opened by Ghana Health Services (GHS) in the Tema Polyclinic, Ghana, West Africa. Thu, 15 Feb 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070214_drinkingchocolate.htm Peter’s™ Burgundy® Semi-sweet Chocolate, Peter’s most popular semi-sweet chocolate, is now available in finely ground form – perfect for use as a thick, rich, drinking chocolate. Wed, 14 Feb 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070213_canadianfooddistributor.htm Cargill has finalized agreements with three of Canada’s leading food distributors – L.V. Lomas Limited, Nealanders International Inc. and Univar Canada – to supply products manufactured by Cargill Texturizing Solutions and Cargill Sweetness Solutions. Tue, 13 Feb 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070207_hammondid.htm As part of the Cargill Hammond corn milling plant’s 100th anniversary celebration, a South Shore Poster will be unveiled at a reception and ceremony on Friday, Feb. 9. Wed, 7 Feb 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070206_page.htm Cargill announced today that its board of directors has elected Gregory Page, 55, chief executive officer and president, effective June 1, 2007. Tue, 6 Feb 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070130_safelanecryotech.htm Cargill today announced it has signed an agreement granting Cryotech, a world leader in deicing technology, exclusive rights to market SafeLane™ Surface Overlay to airports and the aviation industry. Tue, 30 Jan 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070130_smcommunitylistdaytonoh.htm To help promote a balance of healthy food and exercise in order to combat the growing rate of obesity in children, Cargill is donating $5,000 to The Children’s Medical Center in Dayton to support the Body Shop program. Tue, 30 Jan 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070129_safelanetrb.htm Cargill’s SafeLane™ Surface Overlay, the revolutionary technology that is making roads and bridges safer for winter driving in 14 U.S. states, provides all the same benefits as conventional two-layer epoxy overlays, an industry expert reports, with one important difference. Mon, 29 Jan 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070125_cobhamofficeopening.htm Cargill has opened a grain and oilseed trading office in Sofia. The office is the company’s first in Bulgaria and will provide further opportunities for Bulgarian farmers. Thu, 25 Jan 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070124_harvestscholars.htm Cargill is introducing a new way to help farm families pay for their children’s post-secondary education expenses. Wed, 24 Jan 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070123_uwraisingrecord0607.htm Cargill and more than 46,000 Cargill employees and retirees in the United States and Canada raised a company-record $9.26 million for local communities through the 2006-07 Cargill United Way campaign in North America. Tue, 23 Jan 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070122_servminnesotarushcity.htm To help children improve their reading skills at Jacobson Elementary School in Rush City, Cargill is donating $7,000 to the 2006-2007 Minnesota Reading Corps program. Mon, 22 Jan 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070116safelaneca48.htm Cargill’s SafeLane™ Surface Overlay, the revolutionary technology that is making roads and bridges safer for winter driving in 14 U.S. states, is introducing a new product for parking lots and ramps, sidewalks, airport baggage handling areas and outdoor commercial venues. Tue, 16 Jan 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070116_earn.htm Cargill today reported net earnings of $662 million in the 2007 second quarter ended Nov. 30, up 34 percent from $495 million in the same period a year ago. Tue, 16 Jan 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070110_maltitolerythritolaib.htm Cargill’s North American maltitol plant in Blair, Neb., has received a superior rating from the American Institute of Baking (AIB) International Food Safety auditors. Wed, 10 Jan 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070109labradorcabompr.htm Cargill today announced plans to purchase LNB International Feed B.V., a privately held animal nutrition premix business. Tue, 9 Jan 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070108_emeraldrenewableenergy.htm New Cargill subsidiary Emerald Renewable Energy LLC today announced plans to develop four 100 million-gallon-per-year ethanol plants in the Midwestern United States. Mon, 8 Jan 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070105dfcanfeedmillingmountair.htm Cargill Animal Nutrition has signed a purchase agreement with Mountaire Feeds, Inc. to purchase certain assets of Mountaire’s feed milling and animal health business, including its Prime Quality feed brand. Fri, 5 Jan 2007 http://www.cargill.com/news/news_releases/2007/070103_opus.htm The Hopkins City Council today announced it has given final site plan approval to Opus Northwest for the Excelsior Crossings office campus, located on the northeast corner of Highway 169 and Excelsior Boulevard in Hopkins, Minn. Wed, 3 Jan 2007