Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—January 16, 2015. Statement of Food & Water Watch Executive Director Wenonah Hauter:
“The acquisition of Chiquita Brands International by two Brazilian firms not only increases the consolidation of our food supply, but could have devastating consequences for the state of North Carolina and its residents. The Brazilian juice giant Cutrale Group and investment firm the Safra Group have completed their acquisition of Chiquita Brands International, whose headquarters is located in Charlotte, North Carolina.…
