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Cadbury and Prince’s Trust create special bars supporting young people
Cadbury and The Prince’s Trust have come together to help break down some of the barriers faced by young people in the UK, after research revealed young Brits are so affected by doubt that 2.8 million have lost hope for the future.
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
Cadbury joins Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations with special edition series
Cadbury has unveiled plans to mark Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee with new commemorative packs featuring striking designs honouring the monarch’s major milestone, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging
Indonesian palm oil export ban places pressure on global industry supply chains
Indonesia’s decision to place a temporary export ban on palm oil could significantly impact manufacturing operations, including major brands within the confectionery and snacks sector, according to market analysts, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Sustainability remains at the core of industry agendas
There is no doubting that sustainability has taken hold as the number one industry issue relating to our sector, as well as many other sectors besides, as major environmental topics presenting major long-term challenges.
Mondelēz faces claims of cocoa sector child labour in Ghana with Channel 4 documentary
Mondelēz International has come under fire in a UK Channel 4 television documentary uncovering cases of cocoa sector child labour allegedly linked to the business in Ghana – which the company has stressed is against its policies, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz confectionery facilities in Eastern Ukraine reportedly suffer key damage
Mondelēz International’s confectionery manufacturing facilities in Ukraine have suffered major damage in the country’s ongoing conflict with Russia, according to national reports, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
The return of ‘Shrinkflation’ affecting Cadbury Dairy Milk bars is an unwelcome development
Guest blog: The decision by Mondelēz to reduce Dairy Milk sharing bars by 10% in size has re-ignited the ‘shrinkflation debate’ on how manufacturers handle inflationary pressures. Cloe Legrand, consumer analyst at GlobalData, offers her view on this major industry topic.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Cocoa Coalition adds support for EU deforestation legislation, but calls for intensification of proposals
The Cocoa Coalition of major confectionery companies including Mars, Mondelez, Nestlé, Hershey, Ferrero, Tony’s Chocolonely, alongside Fairtrade and Rainforest Alliance, has added its support for EU plans for deforestation legislation – but calls for it to be further intensified, reports Neill Barston.
Ferrero joins Ukraine humanitarian aid, as Messe Düsseldorf welcomes refugees
Ferrero has added its voice to major industry concerns for the war in Ukraine, stating it is ‘deeply saddened by the terrible situation,’ as it places €1 million into humanitarian aid and halts operations in the country, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz confirms latest CoLab businesses for its Snackfutures venture
Mondelēz International has confirmed its latest intake of ten budding businesses utilising its Snackfutures innovation and venture hub devised to back inventive new firms, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mars CEO Grant F Reid issues plea for peace in Ukraine with donations for humanitarian aid
The CEO of Mars, Grant F. Reid has issued a heartfelt plea for peace in Ukraine, donating $2 million in support of the nation in the wake of the invasion from Russia this week, writes Neill Barston
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Urgent confectionery sector action on stemming deforestation needed
The last few years within the confectionery industry have seen an increasing spotlight being placed on the sustainability of the cocoa sector, with farming communities at the heart of the supply chain in West Africa facing considerable challenges.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Chocolate companies must intensify action, amid report claims of ‘near record’ deforestation in Ghana and Ivory Coast
Forests in key cocoa growing areas of Ghana and Ivory Coast are being lost at a rate equivalent of areas the size of major cities such as Madrid, Seoul or Chicago, according to claims made through latest satellite mapping research from the Mighty Earth organisation, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability