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NCA calls for specialist speakers at Sweets and Snacks Expo 2020
Organisers of the Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago, US, are seeking thought leaders to provide show attendees with unique insights, trend forecasts and solutions at next year’s trade fair.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Sustainability
Sensient flavors introduces latest product series
Global industry solutions group Sensient Flavors has released its latest ‘Trends to Taste’ series of six flavours based on consumer insights representing themes around the past, present and future.
Campaigners call for action on product calories
This past week saw campaign group Action on Sugar call on the UK government to introduce a calorie tax for sweet goods including confectionery.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Olam International reports steady performance despite market challenges
Olam International has reported a steady operating performance, recording $15.9 billion revenues for the first half of 2019, against $13.7 billion for the same period last year.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Palsgaard set to showcase emulsifier range at IBIE
Palsgaard will highlight the benefits of its powdered whipping-active cake emulsifiers at the International Baking Industry Expo (IBIE) in Las Vegas, 8-11 September.
California Prune Board reports export growth
The California Prune Board has reported a 2% upturn in export markets, amid growing potential for their use within confectionery and bakery ranges. As the organisation explained, in light of increase increasing use of prunes, it highlighted examining several current studies including research from Pennsylvania State University indicating the potential health benefits to be gained […]
UK manufacturer set to deliver CBD oil-based confectionery series
UK sweet expert Andy Baxendale is working with British confectionery manufacturer Sweetdreams to produce a unique selection of products combining the current appetite for legally-sourced cannabis derived oil with luxury chocolate.
Macpac assists UK confectionery firm with environmentally friendly packaging
UK-based packaging manufacturers Macpac has helped set the industry’s environmental agenda with a new blend of black plastic shaping the future towards a full circular economy.
Food and Drink Federation calls for waiving of competition laws over ‘no deal’ Brexit
The UK’s Food and Drink Federation has called upon government to relax competition laws to allow businesses to coordinate supplies in the event of a ‘no deal’ Brexit.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, Regulatory
Dina Foods expands its range celebrating national afternoon tea week
UK-based Dina Foods is marking national afternoon tea week (from August 12) extending its traditional menu with sweet confectionery such as its baklawa range.
Confectionery sector gains new setting for Interpack 2020
Preparations for next year’s major interpack event in Düsseldorf, Germany are fast gathering pace, with organisers anticipating nearly 3,000 exhibitors from across the packaging sector to participate.
GNT enhances its colouring food range with improved red shades
The Netherlands-headquartered GNT Group has created a new and enhanced range of its established Exberry range of powdered and liquid red Coloring Foods that are free of added sugar.
The International Cocoa Organisation continues its mission in relocated African headquarters
The International Cocoa Organisation plays a significant role in some of the sector’s key markets. Poorna Rodrigo reports for Confectionery Production on the group’s move from the UK to Ivory Coast
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Tangerine Confectionery receives multi-million investment into UK production
A total of 90 new jobs are being created at UK-based Tangerine Confectionery as part of a £7.5 million into its York factory, which will see production increase by 30 per cent.