If dinner is to be Coq au Vin or Poulet au Vinagre, L.D.C. has the bird you'll need. As the leading poultry producer and processor in France, the company offers fresh chicken and turkey under such brands as Lou and Landes. Its prepared poultry is sold under the Le Gaulois and La Toque Angevine brands. L.D.C. also processes rabbit and offers ready-made meals, pizzas, and sandwiches. In addition to its home base in France (about 30 plants), the company has operations in Poland and Spain. The founding Lambert and Chancereul families, who gave L.D.C. its "L" and "C," respectively, formed the company in 1968.

"Where's the beef?" In Brazil, if you're Marfrig. The company, through its GJ brand, is a top South American beef producer. Marfrig Frigor�ficos processes and exports (about 50% of sales) premium beef cuts and frozen cooked parts -- from tongues to shanks -- to consumer markets in Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas. It also supplies lamb, pork, and poultry, and other food products. It runs about 10 processing centers throughout South America, where it has a slaughter production capacity of about 10,000 animals per day, as well as a central storage facility. Marfrig is expanding internationally and has agreed to acquire US-based Keystone Foods for about $1.2 billion.

C&C Group plc is a leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of branded beverages in Ireland and the UK. C&C manufactures the leading Irish cider brand, Bulmers, and the premium international cider brand, Magners, for export to the United Kingdom, the United States and Continental Europe. C&C also recently acquired the Tennent's beer brand which is primarily sold in Scotland and Northern Ireland. C&C also exports spirits and liqueurs to over 80 international markets. The company also distributes a number of beer brands in the Scottish, Irish and Northern Irish markets and niche spirits and liqueur brands across a number of international markets. C&C is headquartered in Dublin and its manufacturing operations are based in Clonmel, Co. Tipperary and Glasgow. C&C is listed on the Irish and London Stock Exchanges.

Over the past 100 years, Royal Cup has grown from its small, hometown roots to become a major importer, roaster and distributor of premium coffees and teas. Serving customers in the food service, office and specialty coffee markets, Royal Cup now reaches markets throughout the United States, into Mexico and the Caribbean. Royal Cup continues as a privately held, family company, a tradition which helps us offer dedicated service with a unique personal touch to each and every one of our customers. Our long standing reputation as a quality roaster and distributor, coupled with the latest innovations in roasting and packaging technology, are why Royal Cup continues to be the leading provider of exceptional coffees and teas.

The year 2009, in addition to seeing the conclusion of our Third Group Medium-Term Management Plan, marks the 120th anniversary of Asahi Breweries’ forerunner, and the 60th anniversary of the Company’s founding. As such, we remain committed to business initiatives, particularly in alcoholic beverages but also, of course, in soft drinks, food and pharmaceuticals, and overseas, that will encourage further Group growth and profitability. As in the past, the Asahi Breweries Group will continue to greatly value opportunities to interface with customers, taking to heart the customer feedback received in a never-ending cycle of management reform. In all corporate activities, be assured that respect for the customer’s viewpoint and the spirit of Asahi will always remain key considerations in the actions of each corporate officer and employee. Your support will be vital to the success of the Asahi Breweries Group as we boldly face the challenges that lie ahead this year.

Worldwide Fruit is actually limited to the UK, but still appeals to the fruit lover, whether the fruit in question needs peeling or not. The privately held marketing and distribution company imports its wide range of fruit from all over the planet and supplies them to major UK food retailers. Worldwide's products include apples, avocados, dates, kiwi fruit, pears, and stone and soft fruit (berries). Worldwide Fruit company is jointly owned by Northcourt Group and New Zealand's Enza.

America's original industrial directory since 1893, MacRAE'S is where industrial buyers go to find the exact product or service they need, when they need it.nformation on over 1,200,000 North American industrial companies with more than 2 million product listings indexed under more than 50,000 product headings. We deliver the online visibility and exposure you are looking for. Our focus is to deliver qualified industrial buyers to our customers through easy to use, cost-effective online marketing solutions. MacRAE'S BLUE BOOK is owned by Owen Media Partners Inc. (OMP), a private company, headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario and is part of the Owen Media Network.

DeMet’s Candy Company makes some of America’s most beloved chocolate indulgences. DeMet's Candy Company make timeless classics like TURTLES®. DeMet's Candy Company also make irresistible sensations like FLIPZ®, TREASURES® and STIXX®. In fact, we make such incredibly delicious candies and snacks. DeMet’s Candy Company takes great pride in using the finest quality ingredients to create world-class products. From baking our own pretzels and wafers fresh everyday to sourcing premium chocolates, nuts, and caramel, DeMet’s chooses only the best ingredients.

StarKist Co. is a leading producer, distributor and marketer of shelf-stable seafood products in the United States. A category leader in innovation, StarKist was the first brand to introduce the StarKist Flavor Fresh Pouch®; StarKist Tuna Creations®, a line of lightly marinated tuna; and, a dolphin-safe policy. As America’s favorite tuna, StarKist represents a 65-year tradition of quality, innovation and consumer trust and is well known for its charismatic brand icon, Charlie® the Tuna, who swam into the hearts of tuna fans in 1961 and is still a fan favorite today. StarKist Co. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Dongwon Group.

Thompson Hospitality, formed in 1992, is the largest minority-owned food service company and one of the largest minority-owned businesses in the United States. Thompson Hospitality currently employ over 2,500 food service professionals and provide meals at businesses and institutions in 40 states and four foreign countries. The restaurant and retail division operates four different concepts with 22 unique locations in the Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. area, serving over 1.9 million guests each year.Thompson Hospitality, the largest minority-owned foodservice company in the United States, formed a strategic alliance with the Compass Group, the world’s largest food service company, in 1997. This partnership continues to provide synergy and value to clients of this partnership. By choosing the Thompson/Compass partnership as your food service provider, your business will be assured of working with an organization with a solid track record, successful operating history, and the ability to handle all of your food service needs.

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