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What’s in store for 2018?
Katie Smith looks at what’s in store for the confectionery industry in 2018.
Sustainably packaged products
Meeting demand for sustainably packaged sweets designed for on the go consumption will be high on the agenda for both exhibitors and visitors at this year’s ProSweets Cologne.
Top five news articles of 2017
As 2017 nears to a close, Confectionery Production looks at the top news articles to appear online during the year.
Top trends of 2017
As 2017 nears to a close, we’re looking at what the most-read articles to appear on the Confectionery Production website were this year.
Five global packaging trends for 2018
Packaging will play a pivotal role in reducing global food and product waste worldwide in 2018, new research suggests, as the throwaway culture of today will evolve.
Solvay boosts European natural vanillin capacity
Solvay has revealed it is increasing its manufacturing capacity for European natural vanillin by 60 metric tons.
Millbo and Nagase to distribute PHL enzyme in Europe
Millbo and Nagase & Co have announced the European distribution agreement of PHL, an enzyme that is said to improve cake softness and shelf life with egg and fat reduction.
Key ingredients to watch in 2018
Green banana flour is among the four key ingredients that are expected to excel across Europe in 2018, new research suggests, as consumer appetite for new ingredients is strong.
Omega Ingredients develops natural vanilla alternatives
In response to the ongoing worldwide vanilla crisis, natural flavours specialist Omega Ingredients has developed a vanilla flavour and an extract, both of which are 100% natural.
Diary dates
After a busy few months of travelling for various international trade shows, conferences and factory visits, it has got me thinking about upcoming events, including ProSweets Cologne and ISM.
Bursting with flavour
Food Ingredients Europe will once again take place in Frankfurt, Germany, from 28-30 November, with its focus this year on natural colours and flavours.
Five global food and drink trends for 2018
Mintel has announced five key trends set to impact the global food and drink market in 2018.
Industry trends at Gulfood
Automation, clean label and protective packaging are just some of the key trends being discussed at Gulfood Manufacturing, which is taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre this week.
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On the road
My blog comes to you this week from the Netherlands, where I’m on a two-day trip visiting various ingredients and equipment manufacturers.