Not Out of the Woods Yet
OPINION: It seems Canterbury processor Synlait is still in the doldrums.
Synlait has seen a growing emphasis on issues of sustainability from premium customers worldwide, says chief executive John Penno.
The search is on for new suppliers for Synlait’s new factory at Pokeno, Waikato, opening to receive milk on June 1, 2019.
Fonterra executive Leon Clement has been appointed the new chief executive of independent milk processor Synlait.
Canterbury milk processor Synlait is supporting the Dairy Industry Restructuring Act 2001 (DIRA) review, announced by Minister of Agriculture Damien O’Connor.
Infant formula volumes remain the key driver of Canterbury-based Synlait Milk Ltd’s increasing profits, says managing director John Penno.
Independent dairy processor Synlait is to set up an R&D centre at Massey University, Palmerston North.
The battle for milk supply in Waikato is heating up with Canterbury processor Synlait entering the region.
Milk processor Synlait has opened a new $37 million Wetmix kitchen, doubling infant formula production at its Dunsandel plant.
Synlait founder and chief executive John Penno intends to step down from his position in the next 12 months, as part of an orderly transition to position the Canterbury milk processor for its next phase of growth.
OPINION: It seems Canterbury processor Synlait is still in the doldrums.
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