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Confectionery sector seeking AI solutions could pave the way for key production breakthrough

There have been a number of standout developments within the confectionery sector in terms of finished product development in the past few years that have engaged technology to its best effect.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability

Valio explores AI potential for creating new chocolate ranges

Finnish dairy business Valio has claimed a significant breakthrough in using artificial intelligence (AI) to aid the design of a new reduced-sugar chocolate claiming comparable taste profiles to conventional ranges, reports Neill Barston.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability

Research shows alternative confectionery ingredients and vegan markets continue global growth

According to recent Grand View Research figures, the vegan segment was last year worth a total of $1.1 billion, with 11 per cent growth rate expected until 2030, as functional health-based ingredients markets in particular proving particularly strong, reports Neill Barston.

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Valio set to showcase sugar reduction solutions at the World Confectionery Conference

The Finnish-based Valio group is set to showcase a number of better-for-you solutions at the World Confectionery Conference tomorrow (1st June), including a 30% sugar reduction system for chocolate ranges, writes Neill Barston.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability

Finland’s Valio extends science based emissions targets

Finnish-based dairy and ingredients business Valio has reported its science-based targets to reduced greenhouse gas emissions have gained key certification, writes Neill Barston.

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Valio sustainability report highlights key environmentally mindful product gains

Finnish dairy and ingredients group Valio has released its latest annual sustainability report, revealing a strong performance for the group, with net sales growth of 3% to €1.8 billion across its operations, which include confectionery applications.

Business news, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory

Valio and Palmer Holland team up for distribution deal for lactose free powders

Finnish dairy and ingredients business Valio and Palmer Holland have agreed a partnership in the US for distribution of lactose free milk powders, with broad confectionery application.

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Emerging markets gain support from Sial global food trade fair

A broad range of speciality product ranges including confectionery and snacks from emerging markets such as Egypt, Ethiopia, Colombia, Kyrgyzstan, Nepal, Peru, Tunisia, and Mozambique will be showcased at this year’s Sial event in Paris, France.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability