Nestlé, ADM and Cargill go to court over cocoa child labour
Leading cocoa suppliers Nestle, Archer Daniels Midland, and Cargill are being sued by a US labour rights firm over accusations of forced child labour.
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Almond prices boost US exports
Agricultural exports are forecast at $63.5 billion for 2006, up $1.5 billion from the revised 2005 estimate, says new report from US department of agriculture.
Private equity stalking Cadbury Schweppes drinks
Cadbury Schweppes still looks likely to ditch its European soft drinks arm for the right price, yet it is difficult to find a buyer for a stumbling business with little growth prospects.
Protein-rich diet boosts benefit of exercise
People following advice to cut calories and increase physical activity to lose weight will see greater benefits if their diet is rich in protein, reveals a new study.