Ingredients
CIUS sugar group calls for EU support continuing sugar supplies from Ukraine
CIUS, the European sugar users industry organisation, has urged the EU to re-examine recommendations that could threaten present levels of sugar imports from Ukraine, as the region continues to grapple with a deficit of supplies, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory
Exclusive: Probat Group strikes major deal to acquire Royal Duyvis Wiener
Probat has confirmed a major industry acquisition in buying Netherlands-based equipment business Royal Duyvis Wiener, as it moves to expand its specialisms in cocoa and chocolate processing, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Healthy snacking and value for money remain core factors for dairy markets, says key research
Latest major research within the dairy sector has shown that strong value offerings and healthier snacking will form core elements of the market during 2024, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Packaging, Sustainability
ICCO forecasts 11% cut in cocoa production, as Fairtrade urges action on farmer income
The International Cocoa Organisation (ICCO) has revealed its latest quarterly data, as it forecasts a near 11% decline in global production, as key West African nations are hit by poor weather and crop diseases impacting yields, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Ice cream van classics gain dancefloor revamp and inspire new Nestlé flavours
Star of British street dance troupe, Jordan Banjo, has added a creative remix to two classic ice cream van jingles, as Nestlé unveils related nostalgic flavours for its classic lines to match, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Hershey continues 2024 International Women’s Day celebrations with SHE bars
US-based Hershey has confirmed its 2024 celebration of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month will be marked by additional limited-edition SHE bars commemorating the occasions, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
UK’s FDF says small businesses raise ‘cautious optimism’ for 2024, despite major challenges
The UK’s Food and Drink Federation has revealed that sector businesses, including within confectionery and snacks, have expressed cautious optimism about the year, ahead, though conditions remain fragile, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Easter arrives for Lindt with major Gold Bunny confectionery campaign
Swiss premium chocolate brand Lindt has confirmed a major campaign in support of its classic Easter Gold Bunny, which remains one of the most instantly recognisable seasonal treats on shelves around the world, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging
Barry Callebaut prepares to cut up to 2,500 jobs over 18 months
Barry Callebaut has revealed plans to shed around 2,500 jobs from its global workforce over the next 18 months, as it undergoes a period of major structural re-organisation, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Executive board of Beneo strengthened with new key member
Functional ingredients business, Beneo, has confirmed that Dr Mike Eberle has joined its ranks as a member of the globally-focused company’s executive board, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Olam Group annual revenues reduced amid challenging global conditions
Singapore-based agri-business, Olam, has reported its latest annual results, with wider market turbulence resulting in revenues declining 12.1% to $48,3 billion, despite a stronger second half of 2023 for the group, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
BDSI raises fears over rapid cocoa price rises impacting confectionery markets
The German confectionery trade body, BDSI, has expressed fears over the rapidly accelerating price of cocoa, which is impacting on stock availability for chocolate manufacturers in the country and across Europe, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
World Confectionery Conference plans coming together for 2024 event
Plans for our World Confectionery Conference 2024 edition are now starting to gather momentum once again, with Brussels set to once again host the key industry event this autumn.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Exclusive: Extended review of ISM & ProSweets 2024
This year’s ProSweets and ISM events in Cologne offered up some key highlights, as editor Neill Barston discovers reporting on the two major shows.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability