Ferrero
Fannie May brand set for major US launches of premium bars
Chicago-based Ferrero brand Fannie May has unveiled two new innovations into the confectionery market, including a new premium chocolate bar series, as well as a Rocky Road Chocolatier’s Mix, reports Neill Barston.
Kinder Bueno campaign reveals consumers favourite coffee pairing
A new survey commissioned by Kinder Bueno has found that 43% of people in the US favour chocolate as the perfect pairing for coffee- which gains a national day of celebration this week, writes Neill Barston.
World Confectionery Conference Brussels 2022 review
Editor Neill Barston reviews this year’s World Confectionery Conference, which took place at the Marriott Hotel, Brussels this month, successfully bringing together equipment, systems, ingredients, finished products and supply chain elements of the industry.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ferrero’s Kinder Bueno marks summer road trip season with fresh campaign
The classic heritage of American roadtrips is being celebrated by Ferrero’s Kinder Bueno with the launch of its “Summer Gets Bueno,” programme designed to aid travellers enjoy a treat while filling up for their journey, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Sustainability
Ferrero’s Nutella brand delivers ‘breakfast across America’ series
Ferrero’s Nutella brand has delivered a new collectable “Breakfast Across America” jars offering a taste of signature regional favourites from across the country, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing
Ferrero expands with Chicago innovation hub, amid key sustainability progress
A major new innovation centre for Ferrero’s US operations in Chicago will enable the company’s development of an expanded range of confectionery and sweet packaged goods, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ferrero celebrates in the wake of gaining two key awards at Sweets & Snacks Expo
Ferrero North America is celebrating in the wake of gaining Innovative New Product Awards at the 2022 Sweets & Snacks Expo for its Nutella B-Ready and the Kinder Holiday Mix Countdown Calendar, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Cocoa Coalition urges EU Commission action on sustainable sourcing
The global Cocoa Coalition, consisting of major confectionery groups and industry organisations, has urged EU nations to seize ‘a golden opportunity’ of plans from Ivory Coast and Ghana governments to create an economic pact for Sustainable Cocoa, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ferrero set to make waves with Rocher, Kinder and Fannie May launches
A broad array of new confectionery lines are set to be showcased by Ferrero North America, as part of the 25th edition of the Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory
Confectionery sector shows solidarity with Ukraine through continuing aid measures
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has sent major shockwaves of concern around the world. Editor Neill Barston assesses the ongoing impact on global confectionery manufacturing, product sales and supply chains.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability
Sweets & Snacks show gears up for 25th anniversary celebrations
Now celebrating its 25th year, Sweets & Snacks Expo returns to its spiritual home of Chicago this month. Neill Barston speaks to the NCA organising team behind the influential confectionery extravaganza ahead of the 2022 event.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ferrero drives forward three-year plan for delivering sustainable Malaysian palm oil supplies
Ferrero is initiating results of a major study in Malaysia with the Sustainable Agriculture Network (SAN), that have paved way for a new three plan delivering solutions for biodiverse palm oil production, writes Neill Barston.
Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ferrero releases third Cocoa and Forests Initiative report on tackling industry-linked deforestation
Ferrero has offered a key update on its progress on the Cocoa & Forests Initiative (CFI) projects designed to tackle deforestation, working alongside the governments of Ivory Coast and Ghana, as well as the wider sector, for its third annual report, writes Neill Barston.
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
The Ferrero Group moves to acquire Irish vitamin and protein Fulfil bar brand
The Ferrero Group has confirmed a deal to acquire Irish-based vitamin and protein bar company Fulfil Nutrition, as it seeks to expand its presence in the healthier options market, reports Neill Barston
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability