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KitKat extends additional flavours for US confectionery market
The latest flavour combination to emerge for US KitKat customers have been unveiled in the form of its Duos Strawberry and Dark Chocolate, and Chocolate Hazelnut thins, writes Neill Barston.
Schubert reports resilient performance and targets business carbon neutrality
German-based packaging equipment and systems company Gerhard Schubert has recorded a strong performance for 2021, as it looks to continue its growth pattern into the New Year, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Cargill’s move to vegan chocolate reveals sustained shift towards category growth
The news breaking this week of Cargill making an expanded move into chocolate confectionery for the confectionery sector as we move through ‘Veganuary’ was a significant move indeed.
Hershey recognised as among the ‘most just’ US businesses in latest industry study
The US-based Hershey Company has been recognised as one of America’s Most socially responsible businesses by JUST Capital and media partner CNBC for the third consecutive year, writes Neill Barston.
Cargill unveils latest vegan chocolate series amid key global category growth
The global Cargill Group has confirmed that it has developed a new vegan chocolate, ExtraVeganZa, and coverture chocolates, reflecting a period of considerable segment growth around the world, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz completes deal for Greek snacks business Chipita Global
Global confectionery and group Mondelēz International has confirmed completion of its deal to buy Greek-based business Chipita Global, specialising in baked snacks and croissants, reports Neill Barston.
Dina Foods set to mark 30th anniversary at UK’s IFE event
UK-based Mediterranean food supplier Dina Foods is in celebratory mood as it celebrates its 30th anniversary showcasing its ranges including authentic breads, savouries and confectionery at the International Food and Drink Event, IFE, in March, writes Neill Barston.
LoveRaw kicks off 2022 with new vegan M:lk Choc bar series
UK-founded plant-based chocolate brand LoveRaw is launching three new M:lk Choc including Smooth Choc, Caramel and Orange in response to a continued category rise surrounding Veganuary 2022, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
National Confectioners Association confirms latest intake for its Future Leadership Programme
The US-based National Confectioners Association has confirmed the latest eight-strong line-up for its 2022 class of its Future Leadership Programme, supporting the next generation of industry professionals, writes Neill Barston.
Blommer Chocolate makes key management appointments including new COO
US-based Blommer Chocolate has moved to strengthen its management team including appointing David Meggs as its new Chief Operating Officer, reports Neill Barston.
Tony’s Chocolonely continues drive for ‘slave free’ chocolate industry
Dutch-founded impact chocolate brand Tony’s Chocolonely has unveiled three new Conversation Bars designed to provoke real talk around serious issues impacting the chocolate industry and beyond.
Haribo set to mark Goldbears centenary with limited edition flavours
Haribo will be celebrating the centenary of its original Goldbears gummies with a series of special edition flavours throughout 2022, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging
Looking forward to a successful and memorable 2022
Being just a few days into January, here’s wishing you all the best possible start to 2022, and may it prove a memorable, interesting and successful year for you all.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
pladis starts the New Year with ‘Blissfuls’ biscuit series innovation
Global snacks group pladis has enhanced its offerings within the special treats sub-category of biscuits with its distinctive new series in the form of its McVitie’s Blissfuls range
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging