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Eleanor Harrison OBE appointed as Fairtrade Foundation’s new CEO
Experienced international development specialist Eleanor Harrison OBE has been named as Fairtrade Foundation’s new CEO, as it continues the social movement’s goals supporting agricultural communities around the globe, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability
Exclusive: UK pavilion for ISM packed full of confectionery talents
This year’s ISM is expected to bring plenty of on-trend sweet treats our way, including from the UK pavilion. Karen Beston, of group organising team, PS8, explores highlights with editor Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Valeo Foods Group makes strategic move acquiring Slovakian snacks business I.D.C Holding
Irish headquartered Valeo Foods Group, behind brands including Jacobs crackers, Kettle crisps and Rowse honey, has complete a deal to acquire Slovakian business, I.D.C Holding, specialising in chocolate, wafers and biscuits, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Driving a trend for chocolate alternatives lies at the heart of Caroboo’s mission
A freshly launched carob-based bar series, Caroboo, looking to challenge conventional chocolate ranges, after gaining key listings with specialist food store Holland & Barrett, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Hotel Chocolat unveils latest winter warmer limited edition drinks
As the winter nights and icy conditions take hold, British luxury chocolate brand Hotel Chocolat has revealed two limited-edition drinking chocolates, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
AD | How to stand out from the crowd with plant-based EXBERRY colours
GNT’s lead of the Confectionery team, Pilar Zorrilla, explains how to build instant connections with consumers using colours made from non-GMO fruit, vegetables and plants
Strategic divestment of AAK’s US Hillside site paves way for European re-investment
Global ingredients group AAK has entered into an agreement to divest its Foodservice facility in Hillside, NJ, USA, as part of wider strategic re-investment put at SEK 400 million (34 million Euros) into its international operations, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Cadbury loses Royal Warrant for the first time in 170 years
Cadbury has seen its much-coveted Royal Warrant underlining its status as a producer to the monarchy removed by Buckingham Palace for the first time in 170 years, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ambitious ice cream business Over the Moo sets fundraising target
Plant based ice cream company Over the Moo, led by Simon Goodman has gained a notable breakthrough with crowdfund (Crowdcube) financing, which will be tasked with raising a minimum of £100,000, matching the same sum raised by friends and family.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Vegan brand Nomo celebrates latest Christmas product award success
Festive good cheer has been in strong supply for the team at vegan chocolate brand Nomo, after gaining accolades in recent week after recognition in the Free From Christmas Awards, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Royal Institute of Oil Painters’ Christmas exhibit features key culinary theme
This festive season, the Royal Institute of Oil Painters has set a core culinary theme of Eat for its latest exhibition, which will offer the public change to buy a wide selection of works, including some with confectionery and dessert themes.
Cadbury completes 200th anniversary with fine festive confectionery line-up
With Cadbury continuing to enjoy its 200th anniversary celebrations, the company’s Christmas confectionery line-up features a selection of family favourites, alongside some sparkling new festive surprises, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Bolivian cacao sourced for Kindred Forest’s sustainable Christmas chocolate release
Amid a flurry of festive confectionery releases, a stand-out development in ethical sourcing has been unveiled as sustainable confectionery brand, Kindred Forest unveils the launch of its Bolivian Wild Beniano Cacao chocolate bar, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
KitKat creates 12 Days of Breakmas festive celebrations
British confectionery favourite, KitKat, has this week joined the digital advent calendar party for the first time this year with its 12 days of Breakmas activity, offering consumers the chance to win daily prizes.