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Hershey, Ferrero eyeing Cadbury

Nov 18, 2009
Hershey and Italian sweet producer Ferrero are in talks with banks to beat Kraft to a deal for British chocolate maker Cadbury. Christopher Werth explores why this partnership may make a lot more sense.

Rice prices expected to rise

Nov 16, 2009
Droughts and floods have ruined rice producers in Asia, which may have a negative impact on food security. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports.
A Nepalese farmer winnows rice in Kathmandu, Nepal.
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Experts worry about another food crisis

Nov 16, 2009
The economic crisis helped knocked down food prices last year from record highs. But many agricultural experts warn another food crisis could be on its way as the global economy recovers. Christopher Werth reports.

Book has road map to fight hunger

Nov 13, 2009
A new book focuses on success stories in fighting hunger. Jeff Tyler reports some of the solutions are obvious while also overlooked.

A cownose by any other name is edible

Nov 11, 2009
Cownose rays are becoming a growing menace on fishing in the Cheasapeake Bay. So some local oystermen are finding ways to turn the predators into a meal. But to make the rays more appetizing, they need some good marketing. Sabri Ben-Achour reports.

Kraft turns hostile in bid for Cadbury

Nov 9, 2009
Kraft's bid for candy-maker Cadbury is below the price it initially offered in September. Why? European correspondent Stephen Beard talks the details with Bill Radke.

Pabst Brewing Company up for sale

Nov 2, 2009
Reports say that Pabst Brewing Company is going up for sale. Jennifer Collins reports the brewer seems to be worth a lot these days.

For public good, not for profit.

China to lift ban on U.S. pork

Oct 30, 2009
In the midst of trade talks with the U.S., China will lift its ban on American pork imports. Scott Tong reports.

Cattle ranchers hurt by low beef sales

Oct 27, 2009
Americans have been cutting back on steaks and hamburgers, which means cattle ranchers get less money for their cows. Ethan Lindsey reports.
Beef for sale
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McDonald's grows cold on Iceland costs

Oct 27, 2009
McDonald's is closing three restaurants on Iceland because of soaring costs. Stephen Beard reports.