Ingredients
Cargill’s move to vegan chocolate reveals sustained shift towards category growth
The news breaking this week of Cargill making an expanded move into chocolate confectionery for the confectionery sector as we move through ‘Veganuary’ was a significant move indeed.
GNT confirms presence at this year’s ProSweets sector event
GNT will demonstrate how confectionery brands can boost their product appeal using plant-based Exberry Colouring Foods at ProSweets, Cologne 2022 (30 January-1 February).
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Cargill unveils latest vegan chocolate series amid key global category growth
The global Cargill Group has confirmed that it has developed a new vegan chocolate, ExtraVeganZa, and coverture chocolates, reflecting a period of considerable segment growth around the world, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz completes deal for Greek snacks business Chipita Global
Global confectionery and group Mondelēz International has confirmed completion of its deal to buy Greek-based business Chipita Global, specialising in baked snacks and croissants, reports Neill Barston.
Dina Foods set to mark 30th anniversary at UK’s IFE event
UK-based Mediterranean food supplier Dina Foods is in celebratory mood as it celebrates its 30th anniversary showcasing its ranges including authentic breads, savouries and confectionery at the International Food and Drink Event, IFE, in March, writes Neill Barston.
LoveRaw kicks off 2022 with new vegan M:lk Choc bar series
UK-founded plant-based chocolate brand LoveRaw is launching three new M:lk Choc including Smooth Choc, Caramel and Orange in response to a continued category rise surrounding Veganuary 2022, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Tony’s Chocolonely continues drive for ‘slave free’ chocolate industry
Dutch-founded impact chocolate brand Tony’s Chocolonely has unveiled three new Conversation Bars designed to provoke real talk around serious issues impacting the chocolate industry and beyond.
Haribo set to mark Goldbears centenary with limited edition flavours
Haribo will be celebrating the centenary of its original Goldbears gummies with a series of special edition flavours throughout 2022, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging
Looking forward to a successful and memorable 2022
Being just a few days into January, here’s wishing you all the best possible start to 2022, and may it prove a memorable, interesting and successful year for you all.
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pladis starts the New Year with ‘Blissfuls’ biscuit series innovation
Global snacks group pladis has enhanced its offerings within the special treats sub-category of biscuits with its distinctive new series in the form of its McVitie’s Blissfuls range
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging
ISM and ProSweets organisers confirm plans for Cologne 2022 shows this month
Organisers of the ISM and ProSweets events have moved to confirm the two key industry showcases are set to be staged later this month, despite challenges posed by the ongoing pandemic, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Froneri claims world first with cookie ice cream cones
The global Froneri business has claimed an industry breakthrough in delivering the world’s first ever ice cream with a cone made from a cookie, writes Neill Barston.
Oterra natural colours strikes deal for US-based Food Ingredient Solutions
Global natural colours group Oterra has expanded its international presence within the segment after acquiring US-based business Food Ingredient Solutions, reports Neill Barston.
Vegan chocolate brand Nomo gains three Christmas honours
British-founded vegan chocolate company Nomo has been in fine festive spirit in celebrating being named the best seasonal large independent brand at the debut Free From Christmas Awards, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability