healthier options
Biscuits, crisps and chocolate remain kids’ favourite snacks, according to study
A study commissioned by UK snacks business Soreen has shown key insights into youngsters’ snacking habits, with children aged between 4 and 11 enjoying four snacks a day, with 41 per cent more likely to graze in the afternoon.
The secrets for success in meeting demand for healthier confectionery bars
Bars offer a quick and convenient source of energy for health-conscious consumers. According to a study conducted by the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), the top three arguments when making a purchase decision are muscle gain, weight loss and improved athletic performance. However, when it comes to the production and packaging of health bars, key aspects should be considered compared to conventional granola or chocolate bars. Josua Schwab, of Syntegon Technology, explains more
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Almonds remain top natural inclusion for confectionery and snacks series
Almonds have retained their place at the top of the tree in Europe for the fifth time running as the number one inclusion for confectionery, snacks, bars, dairy and cereal categories, according to Innova Market Insights’ research.
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Nutriswiss expands its edible oil refining for enhanced confectionery processing
Nutriswiss, the Swiss-based edible oil and fat specialist has moved to expand its refining operations with new short path distillation (SPD) equipment that will have a broad range of applications for confectionery and snacks sectors.
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Industry doubts whether banning television advertising on treats will impact on reducing obesity
This week has again brought a renewed spotlight on the major issue of obesity, which has been characterised as having reached crisis levels within the UK, with two thirds of UK adults considered as being overweight, according to Public Health England.
Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Spanish natural ingredients firm Importaco acquires Italian business Besana
Spanish-based food company Importaco, which specialises in fruit and nuts for the food sector including for confectionery, has agreed a deal for the Italian snacks, nuts and chocolate business, Besana.
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Innova Insights studies show pandemic confectionery and snacks trends with long-term appeal
Latest global research from Innova Market Insights has indicated consumer behaviours during the coronavirus pandemic surrounding healthier food choices may prove longer-term trends within the sector.
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Study finds coronavirus pandemic has driven consumer drive for confectionery and snacks
A major public study on buying behaviour has found that with high levels of uncertainty from a health and financial perspective and restrictions on movement has prompted a key upturn in confectionery and snacks consumption.
Study finds increased drive towards both comfort confectionery and snacks during pandemic
A survey of US consumers has found that quarantine snacking during the coronavirus pandemic has seen wide variance in consumption between relishing in comfort food and enhanced diligence to healthier habits.
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Mondelēz releases its Snacking Made Right Report on sustainability progress
Global snacks and confectionery group Mondelēz International has published its 2019 Snacking Made Right Report, highlighting key progress towards achieving its 2025 sustainable and mindful snacking goals.
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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.
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McVities joins the list of sugar reduction challengers
One of the major themes to emerge from ISM in Cologne this month was a sense that consumers, more than ever, are looking for healthier product options.
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Food Ingredients Europe 2019
Confectionery Production covers Food Ingredients Europe in Paris, interviewing Olivier Kutz, of Tate and Lyle, Andrew Fellowes from F.D.Copeland, and Paul Collins of GNT. Neill Barston reports.
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Paradise Fruits reports positive results from Food Ingredients Europe
Ingredients group Paradise Fruits by Jahncke has reported a successful response to its innovations released at this year’s Food Ingredients Europe (FIE) show.