ICCO report reveals cocoa prices hit near seven-year highCocoa commodity prices have rallied to a seven-year high to around the $3,000 in New York and £2,300 in London, amid a global production shortfall, according to latest figures from the ICCO, writes Neill Barston. Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Exclusive: Fairtrade prepares for World Confectionery Conference with fresh warning on threat to cocoa sustainabilityAs he returns once again to our conference, Jon Walker asserts that despite his belief in the ongoing mission of Fairtrade, the cost of living crisis around the world holds major challenges for those farming in the West African cocoa market. Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Olam seeks premium listing on the London Stock ExchangeOlam International has made a significant move to confirm its operating group, OFI food ingredients division including cocoa, is targeting a primary listing on the premium segment of the London Stock Exchange, as well as a listing in Singapore, writes Neill Barston. Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory
Fairtrade studies reveal Ivory Coast cocoa farmers gained increased incomesA major study from Fairtrade comparing cocoa farming household income in Ivory Coast over the past four years has shown boosted incomes and lower incidences of extreme poverty, reports Neill Barston. Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
BDSI expresses concern for cocoa industry over sharp decline in European grinding resultsThe Federal Association of the German Confectionery Industry (BDSI) has expressed concern at a sharp downturn in cocoa grinding serving the chocolate and confectionery industry, which has been badly affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Neill Barston reports. Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
European Cocoa Forum highlights key sustainability issuesThe European Cocoa Forum brought industry leaders together to discuss a host of key issues at the heart of the sector. Neill Barston reports from Lisbon, Portugal Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
