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Snacking study shows consumers favour comfort food amid challenging times
According to the latest state of snacking report by Mondelez, it seems nine in ten of us are eating the same, if not more, treats than we did before the lockdown.
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Mondelez releases latest State of Snacking report revealing key rises in consumer buying
Mondelēz International has released its latest 2020 state of global snacking report, revealing that nine in ten people are consuming treats either more or the same during the pandemic compared to before the covid crisis, reports Neill Barston
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Spotlight: Consumers seeking functional confectionery to boost immune system
The coronavirus pandemic has had a major impact on consumer lives across the globe. It has caused much worry and uncertainty among the public, who are now looking to change their lifestyles for the better. Although many individuals were already looking to adopt a holistic health approach to life, this has now been enhanced due to the pandemic, and a number are looking to boost their immune systems to stay disease free. But what products do consumers want and are they now turning to confectionery with functional benefits? Will Cowling of FMCG Gurus explores how the market is adapting.
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UK’s pladis group improves sustainability of its McVitie’s Victoria packaging
UK-headquartered global snacking group pladis has improved the sustainability of its product packaging in rewrapping its classic McVitie’s Victoria selection to help save 129 tonnes of card each year.
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Nutella strikes up partnership with Food Banks Canada to support families
Ferrero’s Nutella brand has established a partnership with Food Banks Canada community initiative to help bring a total of 200,000 breakfasts to Canadian families in need this winter.
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Hershey records key sales boost as consumers turn to treats amid coronarvirus pandemic
US confectionery giant, Hershey, has reported an improved third-quarter financial position amid the ongoing pandemic, gaining a 4% net sales boost to $2,219.8 million, reports Neill Barston
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Focus: Sustainability, health and transparency among top sector trends for 2021
Global nutrition business ADM offers up its view of the five sector trends that will impact the way consumers eat and drink in the new year, including its take on the confectionery and snacks market
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Confectionery wholesalers Hancocks remains open amid pandemic lockdown
UK confectionery wholesaling group Hancocks has moved to reassure customers and suppliers that the business is continuing to operate despite the newly enforced month-long second lockdown that began in England today.
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National Confectioners Association study reveals key pandemic consumer buying trends
The US-based National Confectioners Association has set out the second of its three-part insights-driven report series exploring the impact of coronavirus on consumer behaviour and seasonal and everyday confectionery sales, reports Neill Barston
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Industry shows resilience on the eve of a second coronavirus lockdown
This week, following in the footsteps of several other nations around Europe including Belgium, France and Germany, the UK is set to enter a second period of lockdown in England amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Focus: On-pack nutritional and ethical labelling becoming core to consumer confidence
UK-based industry research and training body Campden BRI has found that consumers pay more attention to on-pack claims related to nutrition, sustainability, ethical issues, ‘clean label’ and provenance than to sensory-based claims such as “great taste”.
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Latvian-based Food Union releases major European ice cream series
Latvian-headquartered ice cream and dairy producer, Food Union, continues to invest in developing innovative products that connect consumers across key markets, as it unveils a series of 17 new products across its brands.
Mondelēz International records strong quarter performance amid turbulent markets
Mondelēz International has recorded net third quarter growth of 4.9%, to $6.7 billion for the period, forecasting an improved performance for its full-year 2020 results, despite ongoing pandemic conditions, reports Neill Barston
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Bell Flavours develops latest organic ranges amid changing EU certification rules
In response to changing EU regulations on organic food product ranges, Bell Flavours & Fragrances EMEA has launched a range of certified products for segments including confectionery and snacks, which will enable manufacturers to keep their organic labelling, writes Neill Barston
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