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Honey, I shrunk the margin
Sarah Gibbons explores why honey bees may be dying fast, but global demand for natural sweetener continues to grow.
Use of stevia in sugar and gum confectionery rising
The use of stevia in food and beverage products is expanding rapidly, new research suggests, with sugar and gum confectionery among the categories posting the highest growth rates.
Confectionery brand secures $35m expansion investment
US confectionery brand Sugarfina has secured a $35 million investment from private equity firm Great Hill Partners to further develop its international expansion and e-commerce and mobile platforms.
Mondelēz appoints new CEO amid mixed Q2
Mondelēz International has appointed Dirk Van de Put as its new CEO after posting a mixed second-quarter performance, with the recent malware incident weighing on net revenues.
Savoury snack showcase
Some 155 exhibitors descended on Vienna, Austria, for the biennial Snackex trade show and conference from 21-22 June. Katie Smith reports.
Sustainable cocoa production “paramount” to supply
Without investment in sustainable production the future of the global cocoa industry is uncertain, new research suggests.
A snacking revolution
The number one reason US consumers snack is to treat themselves (50%), new research shows, and more than one quarter (28%) says taste is more important than health when choosing a snack.
Chr. Hansen reveals new range of natural colours
Chr. Hansen has launched a range of oil soluble, naturally-sourced colours for the North American market. The new range provides solutions for cookies, ice cream, confectionery and savoury snacks.
Confectioners unveil calorie reduction pledge
Confectionery giants Mars Chocolate, Wrigley, Nestlé USA, Ferrero and Lindt have pledged to offer consumers more products in smaller packages with clear calorie labels.
Mondelēz enjoys “solid” Q1 performance
Snack giant Mondelēz International has enjoyed a “solid” first quarter performance after posting double-digit net profit growth.
Olam unveils new cocoa innovation centre in US
Olam Cocoa has opened its latest Cocoa Innovation Centre (CIC) in Illinois, US, to support growing demand from North American customers, and launched a new cocoa powder brand.
Mars to reinvest $70m in US manufacturing
Mars Chocolate North America has revealed plans to reinvest $70 million in its US supply chain in a move that will enable it to offer more products and meet changing consumer demands.
Haribo to build first US production facility
Fruit gum and liquorice brand Haribo is to build its first manufacturing facility in the US after agreeing to acquire land in Wisconsin.
Constantia Flexibles to shut confectionery packaging plant
Constantia Flexibles Group is to close its confectionery and snack packaging plant in Romania in a move that will lay off 90 employees.