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ISM Middle East 2023 preview
Confectionery Production editor Neill Barston speaks exclusively to Katharina Buschjager on prospects for this year’s ISM Middle East event, taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre
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Exclusive: World Confectionery Conference 2023 review
This year’s World Confectionery Conference took up the mantle putting a spotlight on major issues facing the sector, from supply chains, through to shared environmental and
social corporate responsibilities. Editor Neill Barston reports (pics by Philip Taylor).
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Spooky survey finds Haribo remains ghoulishly good, amid wider doorstep disappointments
It’s official. The children of Britain have spoken of their frightful disappointment and devilish dismay at the quality of treats received on their annual trick or treat missions, according to a new study from Haribo, reports Neill Barston
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.
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Industry drive for healthier snacking investment comes amid spike in sales for indulgent confectionery
Among the most fascinating strategic industry moves of the past week has been Nestlé’s confirmed major investment into more healthier product ranges, including enhancing its confectionery portfolio to fit with producing better-for-you ranges across its entire product output.
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Final registration countdown for the 2023 World Confectionery Conference
We’re now on the final countdown to this year’s World Confectionery Conference, which is just one week away, and I am encouraged to report that the industry appears buoyed by the prospect of engaging with it on a wide range of major topics for the industry.
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Galaxy bars become latest chocolate series to be hit by consumer ‘shrinkflation’ costs
Consumers have reacted with concern at the latest round of ‘shrinkflation’ to hit the confectionery market, with Galaxy bars being reduced in size, despite an upturn in prices, amid ongoing inflation pressures that have prompted manufacturers into action, writes Neill Barston.
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US families set celebrate with ‘spooktacularly’ strong multi-billion Halloween sales projected
Latest research from the National Confectioners Association has found that consumers are expecting to be on frighteningly good form this Halloween, with 93% of Americans set to share spooktacular tally of $6 billion in chocolate, candy and confectionery treats with friends, reports Neill Barston.
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Ferrero’s sustainability report reveals continued progress on key operational goals
A core achievement has been delivered by the Ferrero Group, as it expressed confidence in achieving its principal environmental and broader operating goals as it released its 14th sustainability report, writes Neill Barston.
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Ice cream machinery market study projects segment rise to $13 billion by 2033
Latest global figures have revealed that the ice cream processing equipment market stood at $9.3 billion in 2022, with a projected rise to $13.6 billion within the next decade, according to a fresh sector study, reports Neill Barston.
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Registrations open for latest edition of our World Confectionery Conference
As you will have seen in our latest edition of Confectionery Production magazine, our plans for revised dates for our World Confectionery Conference are fast taking shape for 2023.
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Barry Callebaut claims major breakthrough from FDA over cocoa flavanol benefits
The Barry Callebaut Group has claimed a key breakthrough and sector first in gaining a qualified health claim in the US, stating that cocoa powder may reduce risks of cardiovascular disease through cocoa flavanols, writes Neill Barston.
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Mondelēz International’s State of Snacking report highlights key market growth, including plant-based ranges
The fourth annual State of Snacking report from Mondelēz International has found a strong majority of consumers – 71% will treat themselves twice a day, with an even greater number, 78% doing so in a mindful manner, writes Neill Barston.
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TopGum extends fast-rising neutraceutical gummies with organic sugar free variety
Israel’s TopGum Industries has confirmed release of its latest offering of sugar-free, organic gummies to the nutritional health supplement category, writes Neill Barston.
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