Regulatory
Mondelēz makes progress on UK Plastics Pact, as initiative warns of key challenges
Mondelēz International has reported key progress as part of its environmental improvement measures as part of the UK Plastics Pact, as the collaborative industry venture expresses broader concerns that ‘there is still a long way to go,’ in attaining overall targets, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Kröner-Stärke unveils latest clean label solution for confectionery and bakery
German-based ingredients group Kröner-Stärke has unveiled its latest series with a cream-like clean label filling for bakery and confectionery products, targeting extended shelf life without artificial additives, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Cocoa Association of Asia confirms revised date for 2022 conference
The Cocoa Association of Asia (CAA) has confirmed its revised dates for its international conference for next autumn, which was postponed last year amid the ongoing pandemic, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Winners of the global Cocoa of Excellence awards named in virtual ceremony
During a virtual ceremony broadcast to more than 70 countries, the 2021 Cocoa of Excellence Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards winners celebrated being among the highest grade producers in the world.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
FDF figures reveal British exports down £2.7 billion by Q3 of 2021
Latest figures from the Food and Drink Federation have revealed that exports in the sector are down £2.7bn (-15.9%) in the first three quarters of 2021 compared to pre-pandemic levels, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Processing, Regulatory
Focus: 50 years on from Willy Wonka magic and industry technology shows key evoluation
It has been 50 years since Roald Dahl’s iconic Willy Wonka first hit our screens giving us a fantastical futuristic vision of chocolate manufacturing. It was also the stage for an unlikely cameo from the Siemens 4004 computer in a memorable scene during the hunt for the Wonka bars.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Barry Callebaut explores key global chocolate trends for 2022
Barry Callebaut has unveiled its latest chocolate trends for 2022, which continue to highlight the value consumers place on premium confectionery experiences that offer a sense of indulgence, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Puratos names new CEO Pierre Tossut, as business continues global expansion
Chocolate and bakery ingredients group Puratos has named Pierre Tossut as CEO and Cédric van Belle as Chairman of the Board, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Cargill makes further multi-million investment into Ghana cocoa processing site
The Cargill group has confirmed completion of $13 million expansion of its cocoa processing facility in Tema, Ghana, marking a notable expansion of grinding capabilities within the region, which is seen as critical for developing the country’s industry infrastructure, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Interpack organiser Messe Düsseldorf backs FoodAfrica Cairo event
Interpack organiser Messe Düsseldorf is expanding its presence in Middle East Africa region with backing for the FoodAfrica Cairo trade fair event, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Barry Callebaut recognised with A rating for fourth successive year in CDP deforestation studies
Sustained progress from Barry Callebaut against tackling deforestation in supply chains has been recognised by CDP, the non-profit environmental organisation, which has rated the company among the top performing global climate leader, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
National Confectioners Association welcomes strong US Christmas sweets sales results
The critical pre Christmas sales period for the confectionery sector has seen key growth in the US, with total seasonal sales up 20% over last year, according to latest sector analysis, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Cocoa coalition looks to EU Commission to deliver after further delays to human rights due diligence
This past week saw key action of support from of one of the most notable new joint ventures from industry with a formation of a cocoa coalition of chocolate companies including Ferrero, Hershey, Mars Wrigley, Mondelēz International, Nestle, and Tony’s Chocolonely, alongside Fairtrade International and Rainforest Alliance.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz joins IDH Living Wage Roadmap targeting fair payment of workers across global supply chains
A core step has been taken by Mondelēz International in joining the IDH (The Sustainable Trade Initiative) Living Wage Roadmap aiming to drive fair payment of workers in global supply chains, as it confirms a continued commitment for payment of a living wage for its employees, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability