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World Cocoa Conference 2024 preview
Editor Neill Barston speaks exclusively to Michel Arrion, executive director of the ICCO, ahead of this year’s World Cocoa Conference, which returns after a six-year pandemic-enforced break, with farmer pay at the heart of the agenda.
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Rainforest Alliance places farmer pay and EUDR legislation as key World Cocoa Conference topics
The Rainforest Alliance organisation is set to make a notable appearance at the World Cocoa Conference opening this weekend, placing farmer’s living income, EUDR regulations and regenerative agriculture as key issues for action to deliver on sustainability goals, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ferrero releases magical new Harry Potter Kinder Joy series
Ferrero North America is hoping for a touch of magic with the release of its latest Kinder variant, forging a notable partnership with Warner Bros. and Funko to create its new Harry Potter Kind Joy Eggs, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
BDSI study shows shoppers say the State should not influence eating choices
Research from the BDSI German confectionery association has revealed the results of a recent survey that showed an overwhelming total of 84% of respondents believed that people should decide for themselves what food and treats they eat, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory
Guest blog: Major sector tests set to be unravelled at the World Cocoa Conference
With the World Cocoa Conference set to begin this weekend in Brussels, Belgium, Frank Joosten, Programme Director, Cocoa, at the IDH sustainable trade initiative, offers his view on some of the most pressing challenges facing the sector
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Reese’s forges Olympic Games series with support from medal winners
The major Reese’s brand is set to celebrate Hershey’s Olympic partnership with Team USA through releasing its latest Medals series commemorating the games, which is due to be staged in Paris, France this summer, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Processing, Regulatory
Exclusive: Tasty Mates successfully takes on BBC’s Dragon’s Den stars
Taking on the Dragons for the BBC’s flagship business TV show is a daunting prospect for any entrepreneur. Editor Neill Barston speaks to Joe Woolf, co-founder of Tasty Mates, after successfully winning vital investment for his confectionery business
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Fudge Kitchen appoints Richard Parson as new managing director
British artisan confectionery firm Fudge Kitchen has named Richard Parson as its new managing director, who is set to drive the next chapter of the business after its founder Siân Holt stepped back from the business after a sudden illness last year, writes Neill Barston.
State of the Industry reflections: John Downs, NCA’s president and CEO interview
Seeming in relaxed form, John Downs concluded the event with some added notes of motivation for the assembled audience, reaffirming his view that there’s plenty of dynamism and determination that will see the industry within the US through its various supply chain challenges, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Nassau Candy set for Sweets & Snacks Expo return
US-based Nassau Candy confectionery business, a specialist manufacturer of specialty and private label confections, announces new sizes and package options for its Clever Candy Gumball Assortment for Sweets & Snacks Expo 2024.
UK’s Fabcon Food Systems and Spain’s TJF agree equipment deal
UK equipment manufacturer Fabcon Food Systems has struck a strategic deal with Spanish specialist TJF which will see both firms collaborating on the sale and supply of key lines, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Cargill combines with Voyage Foods for cocoa alternative products
Cargill has struck a significant partnership with sustainably-focused Voyage Foods to scale up cocoa alternative products across confectionery, bakery and ice cream categories, along with new nut spreads developed without peanuts and hazelnut ingredients, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Sustainability
Automation UK set to inspire with latest industry robotics developments
A significant showcase for industry robotics returns this summer in the form of Automation UK, highlighting how manufacturing is continuing to be transformed by advanced machinery that is helping deliver faster, more efficient production lines.
Business news, Food safety, New products, Processing, Sustainability
British Crisp Co. claims industry first with paper-based packaging
An innovative move has been forged by the British Crisp Co. which has unveiled what is believed to b the world’s first fully recyclable crisp bag, made of paper.
Business news, Food safety, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability