environment
EUDR vote poses danger of severely weakening landmark environmental laws
This morning was an especially significant one within the European Parliament, which has known its fair share of intense debates down the decades.
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Walkers Chocolates unveils 100% recyclable paper packaging for its Turkish Delight and bar ranges
Following in the wake of wider industry environmental improvement measures, Walkers Chocolates has confirmed it has moved to feature 100% recyclable paper wrapping for its own brand Turkish Delight and mint cream bar ranges, reports Neill Barston.
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Barry Callebaut adds to the chorus of industry calling for EUDR regulations to be delivered urgently
Global chocolate and cocoa business Barry Callebaut has joined an array of businesses that have called upon the EU to set about its much-anticipated EUDR environmental legislation, writes Neill Barston.
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Fairtrade calls on EU to reject bid from Europe’s EPP party to delay EUDR
Fairtrade International has made a direct environmental plea to the EU Commission, calling for it to reject a late amendment from the European People’s Party, which is seeking a two-year delay to landmark EUDR environmental laws, writes Neill Barston.
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Combined industry action on improving farmer pay for the cocoa sector remains crucial for its future
It’s now been a full four years since Mondelēz released its pivotal ‘No Silver Bullets’ study that revealed the sheer scale of the $10 billion income gap that cocoa farmers in West Africa are facing to earn a living income.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz confirms major move for plastic recycling for UK Cadbury sharing bars
A key environmental move has been unveiled by Mondelēz International with confirmation of a deal with industry specialists Amcor that will see the major manufacturer’s UK Cadbury sharing bars, manufactured in Bournville and Coolock, wrapped in 80% certified recycled plastic packaging, reports Neill Barston.
Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Exclusive: Ivory Coast cocoa farmers remain concerned over comparatively low crop payments
The Ivory Coast has released the latest prices to be paid to cocoa farmers in the region that have prompted concerns from within the industry that has sparked concern from market observers that rates remain significantly below global and neighbouring country prices, writes Neill Barston.
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Exclusive video: ISM Middle East 2024: California Cultured ‘Choco Chat’
The latest edition of ISM Middle East in Dubai brought together more than 550 exhibiting companies and a global base of visitors, with Confectionery Production being on hand as a media partner for the event.
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Tony’s Chocolonely calls for EU Commission to re-visit proposals for year-long delay to EUDR laws
Dutch confectionery impact brand, Tony’s Chocolonely has added to calls upon the EU Commission to urgently re-evaluate its proposed 12 month delay to the introduction of EUDR landmark laws governing deforestation linked to supply chains, writes Neill Barston.
Quality Street classic chocolate tub transitions to paper-based design
A notable environmental move is being made by Nestlé as its classic Quality Street tub is set to be trialled in a paper-based format, which is part of wider eco-friendly packaging moves from the major manufacturer, writes Neill Barston.
French cocoa group, Touton, reveals core progress with sustainability targets
The French headquartered cocoa and commodity ingredients group has unveiled its latest annual sustainability report focused on delivering on its environmental and responsible sourcing targets, reports, Neill Barston.
Exclusive: Rainforest Alliance raises alarm over plans to delay flagship EUDR environmental laws
The Rainforest Alliance has added key concerns over plans put forward by the EU Commission to delay the introduction of the flagship EUDR laws aimed at preventing deforestation in European supply chains for sectors including cocoa, palm oil and soy, writes Neill Barston.
Exclusive: European Commission draws environmental concerns over proposed EUDR one year delay
The European Commission has proposed a year-long delay to its landmark EUDR frameworks aimed at tackling deforestation within key supply chains including, cocoa and palm oil, drawing sharp criticism from environmental groups including Mighty Earth, writes Neill Barston.
Guylian unveils eco revamp of seashell packaging celebrating Chocolate Week
Premium Belgian chocolate business, Guylian has delivered an additional packaging refresh for its line of flagship line of seashell-shaped, hazelnut praliné filled chocolates, reports Neill Barston.