Ferrero
Ferrero makes major transparency release of its key Ghana and Ivory Coast cocoa suppliers
A key cocoa supply chain transparency move has been unveiled by the Ferrero Group, which has for the first time disclosed the full list of farming cooperatives it works with, primarily in Ivory Coast and Ghana, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
World Nutella day offers fans chance to win virtual cooking experience with Hilary Duff
Marking World Nutella Day, fans are being invited to share their favourite ways to enjoy the original hazelnut spread on social media, with a prize of an exclusive virtual cooking experience with US actress and singer Hilary Duff, writes Neill Barston.
Ferrero moves towards 100% satellite mapping of palm oil supplies
The Ferrero group has made a key environmental move in committing to using the Starling satellite monitoring and verification service for its palm oil sourcing operations, writes Neill Barston
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Ferrero joins with Earthworm non-profit group to deliver Hazelnut Charter on sustainability
Ferrero has partnered with the Earthworm non-profit organisation in a move that will sees the confectionery group release its Hazelnut Charter underlining its commitment to human rights, environmental protection and sustainability principles within its supply chains, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Shrinkflation product reduction continues with Nutella’s reduced jar sizes
The concept of ‘shrinkflation’ where products are reduced in pack size with no corresponding reduction in retail price is one that’s been with us for many years, much to the general dismay of consumers.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Nutella becomes latest range to experience ‘shrinkflation’ amid rising ingredient costs
Nutella has become the latest confectionery product to be subject to claims of ‘shrinkflation’ of reducing portion size, as its popular 400g jars have been cut to 350g in the UK, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Ferrero targets key Easter market with latest seasonal confectionery
A renewed focus on core product lines has been outlined by Ferrero as part of its spring 2021 campaign, which is backed by a major £5.8 million advertising campaign amid hopes of a wider sector recovery for the year ahead, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Ferrero Group expands snacking operations with acquisition of Eat Natural
The Ferrero Group has moved to further enhance its global snacking portfolio with the acquisition of Eat Natural, the cereal bar specialist, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Ferrero donates $4 million for venture tackling child labour in Turkish hazelnut market
Ferrero has teamed up with the International Labour Organisation in a bid to end child labour reportedly been found within seasonal hazelnut harvesting operations in Turkey, reports Neill Barston
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ferrero USA lends seasonal cheer with latest Christmas releases
Ferrero’s US division has unveiled its latest festive series of confectionery treats to offer some seasonal sparkle to lend seasonal cheer amid challenging times, writes Neill Barston
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Regulatory
Ferrero set to unveil its first US chocolate manufacturing facilities
Ferrero is set to significantly increase its US confectionery operations through investing $75 million in developing its first chocolate manufacturing centre for North America, in Bloomington,Illinois, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Nutella strikes up partnership with Food Banks Canada to support families
Ferrero’s Nutella brand has established a partnership with Food Banks Canada community initiative to help bring a total of 200,000 breakfasts to Canadian families in need this winter.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Focus: Key Christmas season beckons for Ferrero’s UK and Ireland team
With a backdrop of economic uncertainty amid the coronavirus pandemic, the confectionery sector is facing challenges ahead, yet is showing strong signs of resilience. Neill Barston speaks to Levi Boorer, Ferrero’s UK customer development director, on its festive prospects
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ferrero’s latest sustainability report targets 50% carbon footprint cuts
The Ferrero Group has released its 11th sustainability report, revealing several key pledges including targeting a 50% carbon footprint from its global operations by 2030, reports Neill Barston
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