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Barry Callebaut unveils Future Farming Initiative with Ecuador high-tech venture
An ambitious move from the Barry Callebaut Group has seen it unveil plans for a Future Farming Initiative (FFI), based upon an initial pilot project in Ecuador, aimed at creating scaleable, high-tech, sustainable cocoa supplies for the global market, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Processing, Regulatory, 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
Tony’s Chocolonely confirms Waitrose as first UK “Mission ally” retailer
Dutch ethically founded confectionery impact brand Tony’s Chocolonely has secured a major partnership with UK store Waitrose, which becomes the first British retailer to become one of its ‘Mission allies’ on industry sustainable cocoa sourcing, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Exclusive video: World Cocoa Conference 2024 event preview
The fifth edition of the World Cocoa Conference is set to take place starting this weekend in Brussels, Belgium, bringing together more than 1,000 senior international delegates from across the industry and wider chocolate industry.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Exclusive: Eyes of the industry trained upon the fifth edition of the World Cocoa Conference
This year’s World Cocoa Conference is gearing-up to be staged in the Belgian capital, Brussels. Editor Neill Barston speaks exclusively to Michel Arrion, executive director of
the International Cocoa Organisation (ICCO), which is behind the key global event
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Cocoa Canopy’s range set to gain full Ocado listing
Drinking chocolate brand Cocoa Canopy’s complete range of five varieties is set to be stocked through Ocado from next month, enhancing the company’s overall retailing prominence.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Food and Drink Federation greets inflation drop, yet warns of agriculture and labelling challenges
The UK’s Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has welcomed a further inflation drop to 4% in February, though warned that unstable weather conditions within many agricultural sectors around the world could pose further significant challenges, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory
Oterra colours appoints new chief financial officer amid continued expansion
Danish headquartered natural colours group, Oterra, has appointed Hubert Windegger as its new chief financial officer joining the business this month, as it continues its global market expansion, including operating within confectionery segments, writes Neill Barston.
Fairtrade International strengthens its key human rights and hired labour standards
Fairtrade International has confirmed a key enhancement of its hired labour standards within its supply chains for markets including the cocoa sector, as it seeks to prepare for major legislative reforms being put forward within the EU, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
LoeschPack targets debut appearance at Sweets & Snacks Expo supplier showcase
German confectionery packaging machinery specialist Loeschpack is preparing to make a much-anticipated debut at the supplier showcase for this year’s Sweets & Snacks Expo event in Indianapolis, US, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, 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
EU reportedly set to remain on track to deliver EUDR deforestation regulations as scheduled
Despite pressure from a significant number of EU nations, the European Commission is reportedly not planning to alter its projected timeline for implementing the much-anticipated EU/DR import regulations relating to key supply chains including cocoa markets, according to a fresh industry update, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Puratos’s Belcolade Cacao-Trace on track to support cocoa farming community support goals
Puratos’s premium Belgian chocolate brand, Belcolade, has unveiled its latest annual report of its Cacao-Trace cocoa sector initiative, which has revealed it remains on track to reach its goal of up to 50,000 farmers around the world achieve a living income, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability
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