SGS Acquires the Soil, Leaf, Fertilizer and Water Testing Business of Central Analytical Laboratories
08-Oct-2008
- South Africa
SGS announced the acquisition of the soil, leaf, fertilizer and water testing activities of CAL based in Cape Town, South Africa. Previously part of the Astral Foods Group, the business is a leader in the precision agriculture sector in South Africa.
This acquisition strengthens SGS capacity and capabilities in Southern Africa and complements other recent acquisitions in the precision farming sector including the Alvey Group in the USA, acquired earlier this year.
"This acquisition is part of our strategy to penetrate the growing area of sustainable farming" said Chris Kirk, CEO of SGS.
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