27 Oct 2016 --- The wave of big mergers across the agrochemical industry could cause turmoil within the companies involved and give smaller rivals a competitive advantage, according to a senior executive at Chr. Hansen. Speaking to FoodIngredientsFirst, Søren Westh Lonning, Chief Finance Officer, Chr. Hansen, said that such mergers can “divert some attention” and could present some “short-term benefits” for Chr. Hansen.