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The Hershey Company records second quarter financial growth
The US-based Hershey Company has delivered an increase in net sales for the second quarter of 2019, recording figures of $1,767 million, up 0.9% year-on-year.
Bosch lines up major packaging machinery for FachPack and Pack Expo
Bosch packaging is preparing major showcases for bars, biscuits and bakery ranges at this year’s FachPack event in Germany and PackExpo in Las Vegas, US, which are both being staged in September.
Uncle Joe’s Mint Balls secures first major US order
British premium sweet brand Uncle Joe’s Mint Balls has added to its centenary celebrations at its Toffee Works production facilities, with a deal securing the company’s first major order for the U.S.
California Almond crops projected to be down amid tough seasonal weather
Studies from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service have evaluated that the 2019 crop of Californian almonds, which are widely used in confectionery, will be 2.20 billion pounds, down 3.5% from the 2018 crop production of 2.28 billion pounds.
Mondelēz International strikes major renewable energy deal
A major move from Mondelēz International has seen it partner with Enel Green Power North America, the Enel Group’s US-based renewable energy specialist business in a twelve-year supply deal.
Mars delivers expansion with acquisition of foodspring nutrition business
Mars, Incorporated has agreed a majority stake in foodspring, a direct-to-consumer targeted nutrition company based in Berlin, developing a number of ranges including protein-enhanced snack bars.
Mondelēz International acquires Perfect Snacks nutrition bars
The Mondelēz International group has confirmed an agreement to acquire a majority interest in the US-based Perfect Snacks nutrition bar range.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Fairtrade USA confirms move to increase cocoa payments
Fair Trade USA has set out a policy of increasing its minimum price and Community Development Premium for cocoa by 20 per cent as of October 2019.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Fortress Technology to present industry solutions at IBIE
Equipment manufacturer Fortress Technology is set to reveal a range of industry solutions at this year’s International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) event in America.
Business news, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Godiva appoints supply chain officer for brand expansion
Premium confectionery business Godiva Chocolatier has appointed Martin Reid has joined the company as chief supply chain officer.
Fi North America set to debut with Las Vegas event
Informa has confirmed the first Fi North American edition of its series of international food and drink events, scheduled for this autumn.
Brazilian companies report results upturn at Sweets and Snacks Expo
Results from Brazilian companies appearing at this year’s Sweets and Snacks Expo have shown they made US$ 1.34 million in business, with an expected US$ 12.35 million to be closed in the next 12 months.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Mintel reveals top five snack trends at Sweets and Snacks Expo
Speaking at this year’s Sweets and Snacks Expo in Chicago, Marcia Mogelonsky offered Confectionery Production an update on the organisation’s top five confectionery trends that it expects will be making headlines for the remainder of this year.
NCA creates national candy month digital resource hub
The US-based National Confectioners Association (NCA) has launched National Candy Month Central, a digital hub for a broad range of market facts about chocolate, candy, gum and mints.