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Hershey reports higher sales for Q3 financial results
US confectionery giant Hershey has released its latest third quarter results that revealed consolidated net sales of $2,728.2 million, up 15.6%, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory
Exclusive: Global Halloween confectionery celebrations taken to a supernaturally fine new level
Global celebrations for Halloween will be kicked-off in ghoulishly fine fashion this evening, with a host of confectionery playing its traditional central role in festivities around the world, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
KitKat’s magical bowl offers US fans a real spooky Halloween treat
Hershey is hoping to work a little confectionery magic on visitors to its latest Halloween treat, as it unveils a KitKat ‘never ending trick or treat bowl’ for fans of the brand in the US, writes Neill Barston.
Hershey creates new Future CEO initiative to further support women across its workforce
The US-based Hershey Company has confirmed plans to create a new Future CEO scheme as part of measures designs to invest in supporting career progression and empowerment for women across its organisation, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Hershey set for $90 million investment extending Mexican production facilities
US confectionery giant Hershey is set for a major Mexican production project in the region of $90 million delivering two new production lines in the border state of Nuevo Leon, writes Neill Barston.
Hershey gains Great Place to Work certification based on strong company culture
The US-headquartered Hershey Company is celebrating after its US business has been certified by Great Place to Work, a key international authority on workplace culture, reports Neill Barston.
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Hershey records second quarter growth, despite supply chain and ingredients challenges
Hershey has reported sales growth for the second quarter of its financial year, with net sales of $2.34 billion for the period, representing a 19.3% increase, despite a backdrop of challenging wider market conditions, reports Neill Barston.
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Barry Callebaut suspends chocolate production from its core Belgian site amid Salmonella detection
Swiss-headquartered Barry Callebaut has confirmed that it has temporarily suspended production at its primary manufacturing site at Wieze in Belgium, after detecting a salmonella positive production lot, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Hershey to focus on retailing and consumer trends for Sweets & Snacks Expo
The Hershey Company is to place a key emphasis on retail leadership showcase its leadership in retail and consumer insights for Sweets & Snacks Expo, based upon a striking new two-floor stand for the key event, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing
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
Hershey named sixth in DiversityInc’s latest Top 50 inclusive businesses
US confectionery giant Hershey has been named sixth on DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity standings, with the company being recognised for its progressive policies on employment equality and approach to social inclusion, writes Neill Barston.
Hershey posts improved first quarter results, despite wider global market challenges
Hershey has reported first quarter growth for its global operations, posting net sales of $2.6 billion, up 16%, driven by sustained consumer demand, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, 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
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