1 February 2019
SPOT ON HORTICULTURE: Oaklins’ specialist Frank de Hek surveys the horticulture landscape and unearths the market dynamics urging growers to consolidate and maximize on economies of scale. We ask Floré Group’s CEO Werner Krott to share his visionary outlook and the drivers behind his bold decision to merge the group’s azalea activities with those of a competitor. He cites Oaklins’ key role in helping find…
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20 December 2018
SPOT ON ORGANIC & SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE: Our specialist Doug Kravet takes a closer look at significant investments that are being made to increase the industry’s overall capacity to produce organic crops. As consumer preferences continue to tilt towards organic food and drink, all stakeholders in the agriculture supply chain are seeking to help farmers build capacity. Maple Leaf Foods comes under the spotlight as we…
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10 September 2018
DEAL FLASH: Oaklins Smith & Williamson, based in the UK, has advised Icepage Limited (Floranova) on the sale of the company to Syngenta International AG. Oaklins’ team in the Netherlands provided strong sector expertise. Floranova is an established specialist breeder and supplier of flower and home garden vegetable seeds with a global portfolio and costumers in over 50 countries. Read more about the transaction, market…
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13 July 2018
SPOT ON ORGANIC & SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE: Is this sector still outperforming the overall agriculture industry? Our specialist Doug Kravet gives un update on the trends, drivers, challenges and opportunities shaping this particularly active and growing market. We turn a spotlight on The Wonderful Company and its strong research and technology commitment to improve product quality while minimizing environmental impact. To date, the company has invested…
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27 June 2018
DEAL FLASH: Oaklins’ team in the Netherlands has advised Pokon Naturado B.V., the Dutch market leader in consumer garden care products, on its sale to Evergreen Garden Care. This transaction will help both parties to gain further efficiency in their operations, R&D and legislation. Read more about the transaction, market trends, deal drivers and M&A valuation aspects.
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