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Josh’s Chocolate gains UK government-backed loan to continue trading amid covid-19

Cornish confectionery company Josh’s Chocolate has been given a boost amid challenging trading conditions as it joins the ranks of businesses securing a UK government-backed bounce back loan for firms affected by the coronavirus pandemic, writes Neill Barston.

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

Food and Drink Federation calls for greater sector jobs support amid ongoing pandemic

The UK’s Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has warned that further government measures to support key sector businesses will be required in order to survive the economic effects of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, reports Neill Barston 

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability

Ghana’s Cocobod trade organisation reopens after temporary coronavirus office closure

Staff working at the headquarters of the Ghana Cocoa Board in Accra have been affected by coronavirus, resulting in a three-day closure of its offices and subsidiary divisions following deep-cleaning of its facilities.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability