Virtual Eko Chocolate show celebrates global cocoa industryHRM 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 chocolateThe 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 winnerFerrero 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 policiesThe 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 boostThe 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 DayAccording 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.
