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UK Food and Drink Federation warns consumers will pay more amid government regulatory moves

The UK’s Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has expressed major concern over a series of government policies that will cost the sector a projected additional £8 billion over the next three years, making product ranges more expensive, reports Neill Barston.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability

Behind the scenes: Dairy and ice cream market interview, Food Union

Neill Barston, editor of Confectionery Production, speaks exclusively to Normunds Stanevics, CEO of Food Union Europe on its pandemic response, key challenges and looking forward to the remainder of 2021.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability

Virtual Eko Chocolate show celebrates global cocoa industry

HRM Oba Dokun Thompson, a traditional regional ruler from Nigeria, and cocoa industry expert, reflected on the recent Eko Chocolate Show 2021 edition, which featured contributions from the UK’s Academy of Chocolate and York Cocoa Works.

Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability

Barry Callebaut launches Treat Tomorrow campaign shaping the future of chocolate

The Barry Callebaut Group has unveiled its Treat Tomorrow campaign drawing together experts and customers to shape plans for the next generation of indulgent chocolate experiences, writes Neill Barston.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability

Ferrero Canada names Kinder Bueno Mini as a key Product of the Year winner

Ferrero Canada has confirmed Kinder Bueno Mini as the 2021 Product of the Year winner in the Mini Chocolate category, based on key consumer studies, reports Neill Barston.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients

Focus: The International Sugar Organisation engages with governments on health policies

The International Sugar Organisation has a challenging task on its hands in engaging with governments, industry organisations around the world to inform on its appropriate uses, including confectionery. Keith Nuthall meets its executive director José Orive

Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability

NCA study reveals seasonal confectionery online sales boost

The US-based National Confectioners Association has unveiled the final entry of a three-part report series on how the coronavirus pandemic trends, revealing a major increase in online sales, reports Neill Barston.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Sustainability

NCA results show majority of consumers set to buy confectionery for Valentine’s Day

According to research from the US-based National Confectioners Association, 87% of consumers across the country say they’re planning to celebrate Valentine’s Day by sharing a gift of chocolate or candy.