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Luker Chocolate: World Confectionery Conference preview
Neill Barston speaks exclusively to Paul Morris, European sales manager of Luker Chocolate, ahead of the company’s World Confectionery Conference appearance
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Exclusive video: Luker Chocolate World Confectionery Conference preview interview
With this year’s World Confectionery Conference fast approaching, we speak exclusively to Paul Morris, European sales manager for Colombia’s ethically-focused confectionery business Luker Chocolate, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Salon du Chocolat Paris event set for stylish return with its 27th edition
A fine array of luxury chocolate and industry innovations will under the spotlight, as the Paris Salon du Chocolat returns this autumn, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
ICCO warns of continued global market uncertainty impacting on international cocoa production
The latest figures from the International Cocoa Organisation (ICCO) have shown that from the 2021/22 season, demand for cocoa is anticipated to overtake supply – yet it warns wider global economic uncertainty continues to impact on the sector, writes Neill Barston.
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Ghana-based Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice staff hold key workshop tackling child labour
The International Cocoa Initiative (ICI) has reported that staff from the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice in Ghana, who have been trained in its practices held a key workshop focused on tackling child labour within the country, writes Neill Barston.
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NCA-backed study proposes action tackling cadmium and lead in chocolate and cocoa
A key new report from environmental non-profit group As You Sow and the National Confectioners Association has put forward proposals to help reduce levels of lead and cadmium found in cocoa and chocolate, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelez move for HFSS confectionery ranges sets a high bar for industry reformulation
The past week has seen some particularly notable product development news with Mondelez unveiling plans for eight series designed to comply with high fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) regulations within the UK.
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Lotus Bakeries gains major national retailing list for milk chocolate cream tablet
Lotus Bakeries has gained a key debut national retail listing for its Milk Chocolate Biscoff Cream tablet, through Co-op stores, writes Neill Barston.
Earthworm Foundation and Godiva combine to empower women in Ivory Coast cocoa communities
Non-profit organisation Earthworm Foundation has reported core progress with its project alongside Godiva chocolate business, working with women within cocoa farming communities near forest reserves located in Cavally, Niégré and Monts Kourabahi, writes Neill Barston.
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Exclusive: Tony’s Chocolonely World Confectionery Conference interview
Tony’s Chocolonely has gained a major profile for its mission of delivering ‘slave free chocolate,’ over more than a decade. Neill Barston discusses its key goals with chief impact and operating officer Pascal Baltussen ahead of his role speaking at the World Confectionery Conference (register for our event on 9 September here).
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Mondelēz International reports quarterly growth driven by strong biscuit and chocolate sales
Mondelēz International has recorded a strong sales upturn, with its second quarter results delivering $7.3 billion net revenues, up 9.5% year-on-year, with its chocolate and biscuit interests delivering key growth, reports Neill Barston.
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Significant €50 million investment sees Veracruz Almonds expand European operations
Portugal-based Veracruz Almonds has gained a valuable GlobalGAP seal of excellence, as it expands its operations with plans for a €50 million new production facility, with popularity of the nut variety remaining high within confectionery ranges, writes Neill Barston.
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Nestlé Australia unveils major Milo KitKat filling, as brand drives key packaging recycling move
Nestlé teams in Australia have launched what is considered as one of its largest ever collaborations for its KitKat brand, as it comes with Milo choc-malt fudge filling, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Fairtrade International: World Confectionery Conference preview
Neill Barston, editor of Confectionery Production magazine, exclusively interviews Jon Walker, senior cocoa advisor with Fairtrade International, ahead of his appearance at the World Confectionery Conference this September.
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