SunOpta, Inc. Appoints Steven Townsend to Board of Directors

SunOpta, Inc. Appoints Steven Townsend to Board of Directors Company announces the appointment of Steven Townsend, formerly President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of United Natural Foods, Inc., to the Company's Board of Directors.
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Burcon selected for inclusion in TSX Venture 50 Company announces that it has been selected for inclusion in the "2005 TSX Venture 50" a ranking of the top 50 emerging public companies listed on the TSX Venture Exchange. AEterna Zentaris subsidiary, Atrium Biotechnologies, acquires Douglas Laboratories in the U.S. Atrium Biotechnologies Inc. has acquired HVL Inc., whose main brand is Douglas Laboratories for the total amount of $107 million ($US 92 million), approximately 6.4 times the adjusted EBITDA generated by Douglas. AEterna Zentaris subsidiary, Atrium Biotechnologies, acquires Douglas Laboratories in the U.S. Atrium Biotechnologies Inc. has acquired HVL Inc., whose main brand is Douglas Laboratories for the total amount of $107 million ($US 92 million), approximately 6.4 times the adjusted EBITDA generated by Douglas. AEterna Zentaris subsidiary, Atrium Biotechnologies, acquires Douglas Laboratories in the U.S. Atrium Biotechnologies Inc. has acquired HVL Inc., whose main brand is Douglas Laboratories for the total amount of $107 million ($US 92 million), approximately 6.4 times the adjusted EBITDA generated by Douglas. LycoRed Announces Reorganization reorganization is an integration of all subsidiary companies, Nutriblend, Biodar, Nutriblend International Sàrl, and the latest acquisition, Buckton Scott Nutrition, into one unit, with each region served by a local headquarters. Leo Cullen has been appointed President of LycoRed Corp., David Roberton has been named President of LycoRed Limited, the European headquarters, based in the UK, LycoRed Sàrl in Switzerland serves as the European lycopene technical support center, headed by Joost Overeem. LycoRed Announces Reorganization reorganization is an integration of all subsidiary companies, Nutriblend, Biodar, Nutriblend International Sàrl, and the latest acquisition, Buckton Scott Nutrition, into one unit, with each region served by a local headquarters. Leo Cullen has been appointed President of LycoRed Corp., David Roberton has been named President of LycoRed Limited, the European headquarters, based in the UK, LycoRed Sàrl in Switzerland serves as the European lycopene technical support center, headed by Joost Overeem. LycoRed Announces Reorganization reorganization is an integration of all subsidiary companies, Nutriblend, Biodar, Nutriblend International Sàrl, and the latest acquisition, Buckton Scott Nutrition, into one unit, with each region served by a local headquarters. Leo Cullen has been appointed President of LycoRed Corp., David Roberton has been named President of LycoRed Limited, the European headquarters, based in the UK, LycoRed Sàrl in Switzerland serves as the European lycopene technical support center, headed by Joost Overeem. LycoRed Announces Reorganization reorganization is an integration of all subsidiary companies, Nutriblend, Biodar, Nutriblend International Sàrl, and the latest acquisition, Buckton Scott Nutrition, into one unit, with each region served by a local headquarters. Leo Cullen has been appointed President of LycoRed Corp., David Roberton has been named President of LycoRed Limited, the European headquarters, based in the UK, LycoRed Sàrl in Switzerland serves as the European lycopene technical support center, headed by Joost Overeem. United Natural Foods, Inc. Names Thomas B. Simone Chair of the Board of Directors and Announces Senior Management Promotions Thomas B. Simone was elected Chair of the Board of Directors, Richard Antonelli has been promoted from President of United Distribution to Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and President of Distribution, Daniel V. Atwood has been promoted from Senior Vice President of Marketing to Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer and President of United Natural Brands, Rick D. Puckett, Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, has been promoted from Vice President to Executive Vice President. United Natural Foods, Inc. Names Thomas B. Simone Chair of the Board of Directors and Announces Senior Management Promotions Thomas B. Simone was elected Chair of the Board of Directors, Richard Antonelli has been promoted from President of United Distribution to Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and President of Distribution, Daniel V. Atwood has been promoted from Senior Vice President of Marketing to Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer and President of United Natural Brands, Rick D. Puckett, Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, has been promoted from Vice President to Executive Vice President. United Natural Foods, Inc. Names Thomas B. Simone Chair of the Board of Directors and Announces Senior Management Promotions Thomas B. Simone was elected Chair of the Board of Directors, Richard Antonelli has been promoted from President of United Distribution to Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and President of Distribution, Daniel V. Atwood has been promoted from Senior Vice President of Marketing to Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer and President of United Natural Brands, Rick D. Puckett, Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, has been promoted from Vice President to Executive Vice President. United Natural Foods, Inc. Names Thomas B. Simone Chair of the Board of Directors and Announces Senior Management Promotions Thomas B. Simone was elected Chair of the Board of Directors, Richard Antonelli has been promoted from President of United Distribution to Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and President of Distribution, Daniel V. Atwood has been promoted from Senior Vice President of Marketing to Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer and President of United Natural Brands, Rick D. Puckett, Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, has been promoted from Vice President to Executive Vice President. Zila Announces Its Fiscal 2006 First Quarter Financial Results Company reports net revenues of $9.7, compared to net revenues of $9.9 million prior year, as Zila Nutraceuticals revenue decreased $1.3 million with gross margin decreasing 58% in the first quarter of fiscal 2006 from 65% in the prior year period, driven primarily by discounts offered in an effort to stimulate Ester-C(R) sales. Zila Announces Its Fiscal 2006 First Quarter Financial Results Company reports net revenues of $9.7, compared to net revenues of $9.9 million prior year, as Zila Nutraceuticals revenue decreased $1.3 million with gross margin decreasing 58% in the first quarter of fiscal 2006 from 65% in the prior year period, driven primarily by discounts offered in an effort to stimulate Ester-C(R) sales. Global Nutraceuticals Group named Exclusive US Distributor of PhytoShield(TM) Toothpastes The New Zealand Natural Oral Care Company announced it has named Global Nutraceuticals Group of San Francisco, California Exclusive US Wholesale Distributor for its PhytoShield(TM) science-based, non-flouridated toothpastes. Global Nutraceuticals Group named Exclusive US Distributor of PhytoShield(TM) Toothpastes The New Zealand Natural Oral Care Company announced it has named Global Nutraceuticals Group of San Francisco, California Exclusive US Wholesale Distributor for its PhytoShield(TM) science-based, non-flouridated toothpastes. Global Nutraceuticals Group named Exclusive US Distributor of PhytoShield(TM) Toothpastes The New Zealand Natural Oral Care Company announced it has named Global Nutraceuticals Group of San Francisco, California Exclusive US Wholesale Distributor for its PhytoShield(TM) science-based, non-flouridated toothpastes. Global Nutraceuticals Group named Exclusive US Distributor of PhytoShield(TM) Toothpastes The New Zealand Natural Oral Care Company announced it has named Global Nutraceuticals Group of San Francisco, California Exclusive US Wholesale Distributor for its PhytoShield(TM) science-based, non-flouridated toothpastes. American Oriental Bioengineering, Inc. Closes $60 Million Private Placement Company has closed its private offering to accredited investors of 12.5 million units at a price of $4.80 per unit, for gross proceeds of $60 million which will be used for potential acquisitions and general corporate purposes. American Oriental Bioengineering, Inc. Closes $60 Million Private Placement Company has closed its private offering to accredited investors of 12.5 million units at a price of $4.80 per unit, for gross proceeds of $60 million which will be used for potential acquisitions and general corporate purposes. Neptune Technologies & Bioressources Inc. Announces Strategic Alliances with Degussa AG The alliance between Neptune and Degussa AG includes a two-tier project with a common objective to expand the Neptune pipeline. With Degussa’s AG expertise in supercritical CO2 extraction, Neptune will complete the enhancement of Neptune Krill Oil properties, customized for different functional foods and also complete the extraction process, isolation and industrial production of Neptune’s novel phospholipids. Neptune Technologies & Bioressources Inc. Announces Strategic Alliances with Degussa AG The alliance between Neptune and Degussa AG includes a two-tier project with a common objective to expand the Neptune pipeline. With Degussa’s AG expertise in supercritical CO2 extraction, Neptune will complete the enhancement of Neptune Krill Oil properties, customized for different functional foods and also complete the extraction process, isolation and industrial production of Neptune’s novel phospholipids. Neptune Technologies & Bioressources Inc. Announces Strategic Alliances with Degussa AG The alliance between Neptune and Degussa AG includes a two-tier project with a common objective to expand the Neptune pipeline. With Degussa’s AG expertise in supercritical CO2 extraction, Neptune will complete the enhancement of Neptune Krill Oil properties, customized for different functional foods and also complete the extraction process, isolation and industrial production of Neptune’s novel phospholipids. Neptune Technologies & Bioressources Inc. Announces Strategic Alliances with Degussa AG The alliance between Neptune and Degussa AG includes a two-tier project with a common objective to expand the Neptune pipeline. With Degussa’s AG expertise in supercritical CO2 extraction, Neptune will complete the enhancement of Neptune Krill Oil properties, customized for different functional foods and also complete the extraction process, isolation and industrial production of Neptune’s novel phospholipids. Zila Signs Agreements to Expand Market Coverage for Ester-C(R) Products in the Scandinavian Region Company has signed two separate agreements with Cederroth International and Bringwell AB to expand its market presence in the Scandinavian region. Zila Signs Agreements to Expand Market Coverage for Ester-C(R) Products in the Scandinavian Region Company has signed two separate agreements with Cederroth International and Bringwell AB to expand its market presence in the Scandinavian region. Zila Signs Agreements to Expand Market Coverage for Ester-C(R) Products in the Scandinavian Region Company has signed two separate agreements with Cederroth International and Bringwell AB to expand its market presence in the Scandinavian region. Zila Signs Agreements to Expand Market Coverage for Ester-C(R) Products in the Scandinavian Region Company has signed two separate agreements with Cederroth International and Bringwell AB to expand its market presence in the Scandinavian region. Zila Signs Agreements to Expand Market Coverage for Ester-C(R) Products in the Scandinavian Region Company has signed two separate agreements with Cederroth International and Bringwell AB to expand its market presence in the Scandinavian region. Immune System Management Inc. purchases intellectual property to market nutraceutical compounds Company has purchased intellectual property pertaining to Aminomics developed by William O'Neill, the founder and CEO of the Canadian Cancer Research Group. Immune System Management Inc. purchases intellectual property to market nutraceutical compounds Company has purchased intellectual property pertaining to Aminomics developed by William O'Neill, the founder and CEO of the Canadian Cancer Research Group. Jarrow Formulas® Signs Agreement With CareNet China Company has signed an agreement to be a major supplier of nutritional supplements to CareNet China, a Chinese health care company. Jarrow Formulas® Signs Agreement With CareNet China Company has signed an agreement to be a major supplier of nutritional supplements to CareNet China, a Chinese health care company. Martek Announces Fourth Quarter and FY 2005 Financial Results Company reports revenues of $56.0 million compared to $59.7 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2004 , with income before income taxes of $7.7 million compared to income before income taxes of $10.1 million for the same quarter prior year. Martek Announces Fourth Quarter and FY 2005 Financial Results Company reports revenues of $56.0 million compared to $59.7 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2004 , with income before income taxes of $7.7 million compared to income before income taxes of $10.1 million for the same quarter prior year. Cyanotech Names William R. Maris as CFO Company has named William R. Maris as Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Finance and Administration, effective January 1, 2006. Cyanotech Names William R. Maris as CFO Company has named William R. Maris as Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Finance and Administration, effective January 1, 2006. Cyanotech Names William R. Maris as CFO Company has named William R. Maris as Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Finance and Administration, effective January 1, 2006. Cyanotech Names William R. Maris as CFO Company has named William R. Maris as Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Finance and Administration, effective January 1, 2006. Biogaia Enters Into Agreements For New Indication Area Chr. Hansen A/S the Danish Food ingredient company, Urex Biotech Inc. a Canadian research company and BioGaia the Swedish probiotic company have entered agreements that will allow the global distribution of a probiotic product containing a strain of Lactobacillus reuteri targeting women. Biogaia Enters Into Agreements For New Indication Area Chr. Hansen A/S the Danish Food ingredient company, Urex Biotech Inc. a Canadian research company and BioGaia the Swedish probiotic company have entered agreements that will allow the global distribution of a probiotic product containing a strain of Lactobacillus reuteri targeting women. Biogaia Enters Into Agreements For New Indication Area Chr. Hansen A/S the Danish Food ingredient company, Urex Biotech Inc. a Canadian research company and BioGaia the Swedish probiotic company have entered agreements that will allow the global distribution of a probiotic product containing a strain of Lactobacillus reuteri targeting women. Biogaia Enters Into Agreements For New Indication Area Chr. Hansen A/S the Danish Food ingredient company, Urex Biotech Inc. a Canadian research company and BioGaia the Swedish probiotic company have entered agreements that will allow the global distribution of a probiotic product containing a strain of Lactobacillus reuteri targeting women. Biogaia Enters Into Agreements For New Indication Area Chr. Hansen A/S the Danish Food ingredient company, Urex Biotech Inc. a Canadian research company and BioGaia the Swedish probiotic company have entered agreements that will allow the global distribution of a probiotic product containing a strain of Lactobacillus reuteri targeting women. Biogaia Enters Into Agreements For New Indication Area Chr. Hansen A/S the Danish Food ingredient company, Urex Biotech Inc. a Canadian research company and BioGaia the Swedish probiotic company have entered agreements that will allow the global distribution of a probiotic product containing a strain of Lactobacillus reuteri targeting women. Biogaia Enters Into Agreements For New Indication Area Chr. Hansen A/S the Danish Food ingredient company, Urex Biotech Inc. a Canadian research company and BioGaia the Swedish probiotic company have entered agreements that will allow the global distribution of a probiotic product containing a strain of Lactobacillus reuteri targeting women. Biogaia Enters Into Agreements For New Indication Area Chr. Hansen A/S the Danish Food ingredient company, Urex Biotech Inc. a Canadian research company and BioGaia the Swedish probiotic company have entered agreements that will allow the global distribution of a probiotic product containing a strain of Lactobacillus reuteri targeting women. Biogaia Enters Into Agreements For New Indication Area Chr. Hansen A/S the Danish Food ingredient company, Urex Biotech Inc. a Canadian research company and BioGaia the Swedish probiotic company have entered agreements that will allow the global distribution of a probiotic product containing a strain of Lactobacillus reuteri targeting women. Advitech Announces Agreement With Cothera To Market Its Psoriasis Product In France Company has reached an agreement in principle with Cothera® s.a.s. to market and distribute its psoriasis product in France. Advitech Announces Agreement With Cothera To Market Its Psoriasis Product In France Company has reached an agreement in principle with Cothera® s.a.s. to market and distribute its psoriasis product in France. Advitech Announces Agreement With Cothera To Market Its Psoriasis Product In France Company has reached an agreement in principle with Cothera® s.a.s. to market and distribute its psoriasis product in France. Advitech Announces Agreement With Cothera To Market Its Psoriasis Product In France Company has reached an agreement in principle with Cothera® s.a.s. to market and distribute its psoriasis product in France. Hain Celestial Closes Merger With Spectrum Organic Products Company announced that it has completed its merger with Spectrum Organic Products, Inc. Hain Celestial Closes Merger With Spectrum Organic Products Company announced that it has completed its merger with Spectrum Organic Products, Inc. Celanese Has Sold Its omega-3 DHA Business to Lonza Company has sold the omega-3 DHA business of its performance products segment Nutrinova to Lonza Ltd., Switzerland. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed. Celanese Has Sold Its omega-3 DHA Business to Lonza Company has sold the omega-3 DHA business of its performance products segment Nutrinova to Lonza Ltd., Switzerland. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed. Celanese Has Sold Its omega-3 DHA Business to Lonza Company has sold the omega-3 DHA business of its performance products segment Nutrinova to Lonza Ltd., Switzerland. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed. Celanese Has Sold Its omega-3 DHA Business to Lonza Company has sold the omega-3 DHA business of its performance products segment Nutrinova to Lonza Ltd., Switzerland. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed. Agreement Between Clover Corporation Ltd, the CSIRO Food Futures Flagship and the CRC for Bioproducts To Evaluate Potential of Marine Oils Oil-rich marine microalgae are being assessed for their commercial potential under a new agreement between Clover Corporation Ltd, the CSIRO Food Futures Flagship and the CRC for Bioproducts. Agreement Between Clover Corporation Ltd, the CSIRO Food Futures Flagship and the CRC for Bioproducts To Evaluate Potential of Marine Oils Oil-rich marine microalgae are being assessed for their commercial potential under a new agreement between Clover Corporation Ltd, the CSIRO Food Futures Flagship and the CRC for Bioproducts. Forage Genetics, Inc. and NuTein Companies, Inc., Announce Agreement on Identifying Alfalfa with Enhanced Lutein levels Under the new agreement, Forage Genetics will provide NuTein with support including the identification of alfalfa germplasm containing higher levels of Lutein, protocol development for ISO compliance for growing and harvesting of alfalfa, crop management of alfalfa to maximize Lutein levels, and delivery of the improved alfalfa crop to NuTein for the purposes of processing the alfalfa into Lutein. Forage Genetics, Inc. and NuTein Companies, Inc., Announce Agreement on Identifying Alfalfa with Enhanced Lutein levels Under the new agreement, Forage Genetics will provide NuTein with support including the identification of alfalfa germplasm containing higher levels of Lutein, protocol development for ISO compliance for growing and harvesting of alfalfa, crop management of alfalfa to maximize Lutein levels, and delivery of the improved alfalfa crop to NuTein for the purposes of processing the alfalfa into Lutein. Biogaia Signs Agreement For Hospital Distribution In The USA Company has signed an agreement with the American company Victus Inc to distribute Reuteri tablets and Reuteri drops for the US hospital market. Biogaia Signs Agreement For Hospital Distribution In The USA Company has signed an agreement with the American company Victus Inc to distribute Reuteri tablets and Reuteri drops for the US hospital market. Frost & Sullivan Honours GAT Food Essentials GmbH With European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award The 2009 Frost & Sullivan European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award has been presented to GAT Food Essentials GmbH in recognition of its proprietary wowCAPS(R) technology. Frost & Sullivan Honours GAT Food Essentials GmbH With European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award The 2009 Frost & Sullivan European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award has been presented to GAT Food Essentials GmbH in recognition of its proprietary wowCAPS(R) technology. Frost & Sullivan Honours GAT Food Essentials GmbH With European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award The 2009 Frost & Sullivan European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award has been presented to GAT Food Essentials GmbH in recognition of its proprietary wowCAPS(R) technology. BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010. BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010. BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010. BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010. BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010. BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010. BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010. BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010. BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010. Synergy Flavors Invests in Sensory Flavor Profiling Research Synergy Flavors has commissioned a new research program at North Carolina State University to study the sensory profiles of a range of protein ingredients. Synergy Flavors Invests in Sensory Flavor Profiling Research Synergy Flavors has commissioned a new research program at North Carolina State University to study the sensory profiles of a range of protein ingredients. Synergy Flavors Invests in Sensory Flavor Profiling Research Synergy Flavors has commissioned a new research program at North Carolina State University to study the sensory profiles of a range of protein ingredients. Synergy Flavors Invests in Sensory Flavor Profiling Research Synergy Flavors has commissioned a new research program at North Carolina State University to study the sensory profiles of a range of protein ingredients. Synergy Flavors Invests in Sensory Flavor Profiling Research Synergy Flavors has commissioned a new research program at North Carolina State University to study the sensory profiles of a range of protein ingredients. Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors Synergy Flavors Inc., has announced their chocolate flavors offer a versatile solution for cocoa reduction and can be used as cocoa extenders. Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors Synergy Flavors Inc., has announced their chocolate flavors offer a versatile solution for cocoa reduction and can be used as cocoa extenders. Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors Synergy Flavors Inc., has announced their chocolate flavors offer a versatile solution for cocoa reduction and can be used as cocoa extenders. Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors Synergy Flavors Inc., has announced their chocolate flavors offer a versatile solution for cocoa reduction and can be used as cocoa extenders. Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors Synergy Flavors Inc., has announced their chocolate flavors offer a versatile solution for cocoa reduction and can be used as cocoa extenders. Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors Synergy Flavors Inc., has announced their chocolate flavors offer a versatile solution for cocoa reduction and can be used as cocoa extenders. Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors Synergy Flavors Inc., has announced their chocolate flavors offer a versatile solution for cocoa reduction and can be used as cocoa extenders. NPI Daily - Top of The News for Nov. 20, 2009 - FDA Issues 22 Warning Letters to Website Operators Frost & Sullivan Honours GAT Food Essentials GmbH With European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award; Synergy Flavors Invests in Sensory Flavor Profiling Research; FDA Issues 22 Warning Letters to Website Operators; Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega™ First Fish Oil to Participate in NFL/NFLPA Sports Nutrition Label Certification Program; BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates; New Organic Berry Whole Food Energy Bar from Amazing Grass Delivers Whole Food Nutrition; Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors NPI Daily - Top of The News for Nov. 20, 2009 - FDA Issues 22 Warning Letters to Website Operators Frost & Sullivan Honours GAT Food Essentials GmbH With European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award; Synergy Flavors Invests in Sensory Flavor Profiling Research; FDA Issues 22 Warning Letters to Website Operators; Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega™ First Fish Oil to Participate in NFL/NFLPA Sports Nutrition Label Certification Program; BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates; New Organic Berry Whole Food Energy Bar from Amazing Grass Delivers Whole Food Nutrition; Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors Heart Health Alert: Niacin May Reverse Hardening of the Arteries Heart Health Alert: Niacin May Reverse Hardening of the Arteries Heart Health Alert: Niacin May Reverse Hardening of the Arteries Heart Health Alert: Niacin May Reverse Hardening of the Arteries Spotlight on Savory Side Dishes Spotlight on Savory Side Dishes Spotlight on Savory Side Dishes Another Reason to Choose Healthy Lifestyle Habits Another Reason to Choose Healthy Lifestyle Habits	TORONTO, Dec 13, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- SunOpta Inc. (STKL) (CA:SOY) announced today the appointment of Steven Townsend to the Company's Board of Directors. The appointment of Mr. Townsend, formerly President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of United Natural Foods, Inc., to the Company's Board of Directors, brings the total number of directors to 10 and the number of independent directors to 8. Steven Townsend served for nearly 25 years at United Natural Foods, Inc., the leading natural and organic food distributor in the United States. Mr. Townsend was Chairman and CEO from 2003 until his recent retirement from the Company. He joined UNFI in 1981 as Controller and has held progressively advancing executive positions, including President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer. During his five-year tenure as President, CEO and Chairman, Mr. Townsend was instrumental in growing sales from approximately $1 billion per year to more than $2.3 billion per year - a five year CAGR of 17 percent; increasing income at a five year CAGR of 12 percent; increasing distribution capacity by 68 percent; and successfully completing more than 25 acquisitions. Earlier in his career he held management positions at Harris Corporation and Tupperware Corporation. He holds an MBA in Management and Information Systems and a BS in Accounting, Summa Cum Laude from Bryant College. Jeremy Kendall, Chairman and CEO of SunOpta, Inc, said, "I am extremely pleased to have one of the preeminent executives in the natural and organic foods industry join our board. Steven is not only a pioneer in this burgeoning industry segment, he is also one of the most accomplished operating executives in the business. Steven will provide another level of tactical and strategic expertise to our already dynamic board. We will rely heavily on Steven's expertise as we continue our drive to become one of the leading providers of organic and natural foods in North America." About SunOpta Inc. SunOpta Inc. is an operator of high-growth ethical businesses, focusing on integrated business models in the natural and organic food markets. For the last seven consecutive years, SunOpta was included in Profit magazine's 'Profit 100' list of the 100 fastest growing companies in Canada. The Company has three business units: the SunOpta Food Group, which specializes in sourcing, processing and distribution of natural and organic food products integrated from seed through packaged products; the Opta Minerals Group, a producer, distributor, and recycler of environmentally friendly industrial materials; and the SunOpta BioProcess Group which engineers and markets proprietary steam explosion technology systems for the pulp, bio-fuel and food processing industries. Each of these business units has proprietary products and services that give it a solid competitive advantage in its sector. Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements included in this press release may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to references to business strategies, competitive strengths, goals, capital expenditure plans, business and operational growth plans and references to the future growth of the business. These forward looking statements are based on certain assumptions and analyses made by the Company in light of its experience and its interpretation of current conditions, historical trends and expected future developments as well as other factors that the Company believes are appropriate in the circumstance. However, whether actual results and developments will agree with expectations and predications of the Company is subject to many risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to; general economic, business or market risk conditions; competitive actions by other companies; changes in laws or regulations or policies of local governments, provinces and states as well as the governments of United States and Canada, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. Consequently all forward-looking statements made herein are qualified by these cautionary statements and there can be no assurance that the actual results or developments anticipated by the Company will be realized.
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