Fonterra to commence due diligence on National Foods

Fonterra chief executive officer, Andrew Ferrier said Fonterra would like greater clarity on the assumptions that underpin the National Foods Board's valuation before making any final decisions about its offer.

"As part of this process, we need a more detailed understanding of various aspects of National Foods' business," said Ferrier.

"We are taking the necessary time to fully research and evaluate these matters so we can be comfortable that we are making decisions that create value for our shareholders.

"As we have said before, it makes good strategic sense for us to grow our Australian consumer foods business by entering the national chilled milk market and the yoghurts segment through National Foods, complementing our leading positions in cheese and spreads.

"However, I emphasise that we will do so only on a basis which we are convinced is in the best interest of our shareholders."

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