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Cranswick's latest pig business acquisition sparks industry concerns

Yorkshire-based JSR Genetics moves to reassure clients after takeover deal

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Multinational food production business Cranswick has acquired JSR Genetics
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Multinational food production business Cranswick has acquired JSR Genetics

Concerns have been raised for the independent pig sector following food industry giant Cranswick's acquisition of family-owned JSR Genetics. Pig genetics Delivering its third quarter trading statement,...

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