chocolate
NORC study on child labour in Ghana and Ivory Coast cocoa production finds more collaborative work required
A major study into progress of industry measures put in place to tackle child labour in key cocoa supply chains in Ghana and Ivory Coast, has found that while inroads have been made, there is a significant volume of work remaining, writes Neill Barston.
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mars studies reveals importance of food safety and security in supply chains
The Chinese-based Mars Global Food Safety Centre (GFSC) commissioned a survey of more than 1,750 people in the United States, United Kingdom and China to gauge their awareness and concerns about food safety and security.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
South America’s confectionery market battles the economic storm of coronavirus
The South American confectionery market is one which has enjoyed a strong international reputation, yet as Neill Barston discovers, this year’s coronavirus pandemic has affected the region notably, as it has with other territories around the world
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Hotel Chocolat enters travel retail market with first confectionery series
UK premium confectionery brand Hotel Chocolat its releasing its first ever travel retail exclusive this month, unveiling a series of luxury chocolates available within seven British airports.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Caobisco joins major coalition calling for end to EU/US Boeing trade dispute
The Caobisco European confectionery association has joined a coalition of 13 industry groups calling for the EU and US to de-escalate a multi-billion Boeing and Airbus trade dispute, writes Neill Barston
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
KitKat range expands with new Honeycomb and chocolate hazelnut spread flavours
Nestlé’s UK confectionery division has moved to extend its market-leading KiKat range with an addition of two new flavours, Honeycomb, and Chocolate Hazelnut spread, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing
Divine Chocolate agrees Nisa store deal marking national chocolate week
Ethically focused brand Divine Chocolate has agreed a deal to launch eight of its 90g sharing bars in Nisa stores within the UK to coincide with national Chocolate Week celebrations.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz expands its heritage range with Cadbury Bournville Fingers
Global manufacturer Mondelēz International has confirmed the key release of Cadbury Bournville Fingers, amid wider category growth of heritage brand confectionery, reports Neill Barston.
Barry Callebaut begins work on advanced new Ecuador cocoa facility
Barry Callebaut laid the foundation for future growth of the cocoa value chain in Ecuador in a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a new, state-of-the-art, cocoa facility in Durán.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Studies reveal emerging global snacks markets gearing up for high growth trend
Snack sales are expected to grow four times faster in emerging markets than developed countries over the next five years, according to global market research company Euromonitor International.
Business news, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz opens advanced Indonesian technical centre for cocoa farming
Mondelēz International has opened its state-of-the-art cocoa crop science technical centre in Pasuruan, Indonesia, aiming to promote improved farming practices.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Australian macadamia crop forecast to exceed country’s expectations
The 2020 Australian macadamia crop will exceed expectations, announced the industry’s peak body, according to the Australian Macadamia Society (AMS).
Focus: Behind the scenes preparing for ISM and ProSweets despite ongoing pandemic
Next year’s ISM and ProSweets are scheduled to take place once again in Cologne, despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. As Anne Schumacher, Vice President Food & Food Technology at Koelnmesse, explains, there has already been a strong response from exhibitors from around the world who are keenly anticipating the event – which will is anticipated to be held with additional health and safety measures
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Barry Callebaut R&D project manager gains key industry accolade
Barry Callebaut’s US-based senior project manager for R&D, Eric Schmoyer has celebrated gaining a major Stroud Jordan Award from the American Association of Candy Technologists (AACT), reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability