chocolate
Japanese Barry Callebaut teams mark tenth anniversary of chocolate production
Barry Callebaut teams in Japan have been celebrating a significant decade milestone of chocolate production from its Takasaki site, which has seen the company’s presence in the region continue to expand, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Hotel Chocolat sale raises questions over its future direction, and hopes for independent businesses
The pending sale of British confectionery business Hotel Chocolat marks a particularly notable marker for what can presently be achieved by independent confectionery businesses.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability
Special focus: Chocolate and cocoa processing markets powered by high-tech solutions
Chocolate and cocoa processing markets remain big business around the world, with the segment set for considerable expansion according to industry studies, as editor Neill Barston evaluates
NCA’s rebuttal of concerns over dark chocolate consumption reflects key focus on consumer protection
It’s little surprise that this week has seen the National Confectioners Association make a strong statement in response to media reports that have placed dark chocolate under the spotlight, questioning whether several leading brands have produced lines that contain elevated levels of cadmium and lead.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory
Halloween may offer a host of major treats, yet major industry challenges remain
There’s no escaping the fact that Halloween now represents extremely big business for the confectionery sector around the world, with the US once again leading the way in terms of the sheer variety and diversity of spooky celebrations.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
WNWN Food Labs unveils a trio of look-alike cocoa-free bar ranges
‘Alt-choc’ business WNWN Food Labs has unveiled plans for three thought-provoking new bars that take a leaf out of classic confectionery series, and underline a commitment to producing cocoa-free confectionery without child labour and deforestation concerns that have remained within the sector’s supply chains, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Global chocolate market projected to show $45 billion growth over five years
A sustained pattern of growth has been projected for the global chocolate market, which is expected to deliver a total of $45.78 billion increase in value between 2022 and 2027, with premium brands leading the pack for delivering its enhanced performance, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Puratos marks sustainability milestone with new carbon-neutral Belgian Belcolade chocolate factory
A key sustainability breakthrough has been made by Puratos’s Belgian chocolate brand, Belcolade, after opening its advanced carbon neutral chocolate factory offering premium product ranges for professional industry customers, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory
World Confectionery Conference 2023 review
The 2023 edition of the World Confectionery Conference concluded successfully in Yorkshire, UK, last week, with sustainability, business resilience and industry innovation placed at the heart of the event.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz rolls-out luxury marketing campaign for latest Toblerone treats
A bold new campaign from Mondelēz International for its iconic Toblerone brand has seen the business reach out to a younger generation with its latest marketing initiative promoting its latest truffles, miniatures, and gifting options, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Divine chocolate continues 25th anniversary celebrations with birthday bar
Celebrations for ethically-founded confectionery brand, Divine’s, 25th anniversary are set to include a special birthday bar launch being showcased during National Chocolate Week (16-22 October), writes Neill Barston.
Indulgent UK confectionery ranges see major spike in sales, despite new HFSS legislation
key confectionery and wider food brands retailing ranges that are not compliant with HFSS (high fat, salt and sugar) regulations within the UK have seen a 27% surge in sales in the wake of the new legislation last year, which aimed to expand healthier options, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
McVitie’s classic biscuit range gains additional milk chocolate mini series
The pladis snacking group has delivered a further range extension to its bestselling McVitie’s biscuit series with two a new series of mini milk chocolate digestives, writes Neill Barston.
Magnum ice cream women’s empowerment initiative marks World Cocoa and Chocolate Day
Magnum Ice cream has expanded its AWA female empowerment initiative for key supply chains farming communities in Ivory Coast, ahead of this year’s World Cocoa and Chocolate Day on 1 October, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability