exports
Major Asian ice cream market expansion for Latvia’s Food Union
Latvian-based dairy producer Food Union, a key Baltic ice cream manufacturer, has expanded several of its core brands in Hong Kong, Singapore and Taiwan.
FDF studies reveal major dip in business confidence despite sector hopes for export growth
Latest studies from the UK’s Food and Drink Federation have revealed confidence levels of businesses in the sector were down to a record low of -65.2% on its market tracker for the second quarter of 2020, yet noted potential valuable new global export opportunities, reports Neill Barston
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
BDSI expresses concern at ongoing US tariffs on German bakery exports
The Federal Association of the German Confectionery Industry (BDS) has expressed concerns over ongoing US tariffs imposed on its sweet pastry category goods, reports Neill Barston.
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German confectionery exports suffer amid coronavirus, according to BDSI
Pressure on the German confectionery sector has mounted amid the coronavirus crisis, as a total of 67% of medium-sized businesses in the industry have reported reduced export volumes year-on-year compared to the first half of 2019, reports Neill Barston.
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South African raisin export market reports upturn despite pandemic
Raisins South Africa, the non-profit company representing 700 growers, has reported that export volumes have registered an increase, with coronavirus cited as being a core factor in the market upturn.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Arla Foods permeate confectionery ingredients gain Chinese market access
Danish-headquartered Arla Foods Ingredients has welcomed a major development for Chinese markets, as the country is now permitting imports of whey permeate for use in key product lines such as chocolate and biscuits.
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Almond Board of California confirms exports remain steady amid pandemic
The Almond Board of California has revealed that the US almond industry, which supplies considerable volumes to the confectionery and snacks industry, is continuing to meet demand for healthier products amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Brazilian confectionery companies shine at ISM
Brazilian confectionery companies participating at ISM 2020 achieved almost $4 million in closed deals, with an expectation of reaching almost US$ 24 million during the next year.
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UK food and drink export growth slowed in 2018
Figures released by the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) showed that food and drink exports increased by 2.5% in 2018, down from 9.7% growth in the previous year.
German confectionery sector continues growth pattern
Despite ongoing challenges, there have been some encouraging signs for the German confectionery sector. Neill Barston examines the market, with additional reporting from Euromonitor International and the VDMA.
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Confectionery export rates continue to rise for Turkish exhibitors at ISM
The Istanbul Cereals Pulses Oil Seeds and Products Exporters’ Association is organising the Turkish National Pavilion of the ISM fair for the 19th time in 2019, with participation of over 30 companies.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Processing
Dozens of confectionery businesses set to exhibit through German Sweets at ISM
A total of 70 German confectionery companies will be represented by the German Sweets trade organisation at this year’s ISM held in Cologne from this weekend.
European Cocoa Association praises historic EU trade deal with Japan
The European Cocoa Association has welcomed an economic partnership agreement between the EU and Japan as offering a valuable mutual trade boost.
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Sweetdreams appoints new UK sales director
UK chocolatier, Sweetdreams, has recruited a new sales director to build on its reported growth over the past two years.