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Barry Callebaut reports impact of coronavirus on its results and points to trading recovery
The Barry Callebaut Group has reported its operations have been affected by the global impact of coronavirus in its latest trading report, yet its CEO Antoine De Saint- Affrique noted an encouraging pattern of recovery.
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Olam Cocoa supports key African cocoa producers with medical supplies amid pandemic
The international Olam Cocoa group has delivered a support package providing personal protective equipment (PPE) and key medical supplies to cocoa farming communities tackling coronavirus across Central and West Africa.
Hershey confirms $1million move producing face masks to tackle coronavirus
The US-based Hershey Company has confirmed plans to invest $1 million to acquire, install and staff a new manufacturing line dedicated to the production of face masks in response to tackling the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
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Food and Drink Federation joins call for action on trade amid Covid-19
The UK Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has joined with British business associations in signing a joint letter to the government, calling on support to ensure the continuation of critical imports and export supplies amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis.
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Virtual reality brings an added perspective for business continuity
Evaluating the full global impact of the present coronavirus outbreak will take some considerable period to fully establish, as it continues to affect every aspect of our lives over the coming weeks, and probably months ahead.
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Giving back in challenging times can make a real difference
Giving back in times of need is a commendable outlook and amid this global pandemic of coronavirus, it has been heartening to see some key examples of people doing something for their communities.
Nestlé responds to coronavirus outbreak with Red Cross joint initiative
The Nestlé group has intensified its response to the coronavirus outbreak with a joint initiative with the International Federation of the Red Cross (IFRC) organisation.