KitKat

Vegan KitKat version set to hit UK shelves this year

Nestlé has unveiled plans for its own plant-based KitKat edition, created in response to a major uptick in demand for vegan confectionery products, reports Neill Barston.

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

Nestlé records organic growth for its nine-month results, despite reduced confectionery sales

The Swiss-headquartered Nestlé group recorded 3.5% organic growth for its nine-month financial results, despite its confectionery division suffering a fall in sales amid the closure of retail outlets during the coronavirus pandemic, reports Neill Barston

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

Campaigners present Nestlé with petition over ending Fairtrade KitKat deal

Campaigners have protested at the UK headquarters of Nestlé, handing over a petition signed by 300,000 against the company’s move away from Fairtrade cocoa sourcing for its KitKat brand, reports Neill Barston.

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Nestlé confirms ending Fairtrade KitKat deal after meeting cross party parliamentary group

Nestlé has confirmed that it intends to drop its decade-long cocoa sourcing deal with Fairtrade in favour of Rainforest Alliance, following a meeting with a cross parliamentary group of UK MPs who had urged the business to reconsider its plans, reports Neill Barston.

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

Nestlé decision to cease Fairtrade cocoa sourcing sparks major concern from Ivory Coast farmers

Fairtrade cocoa producers in Ivory Coast have expressed key concerns over a Nestlé UK and Ireland decision to switch from buying cocoa and sugar on Fairtrade terms, as the multinational company moves to a new deal with Rainforest Alliance. Neill Barston reports.

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Nestlé rolls-out its chocolatory personalised KitKat web store

Nestlé has confirmed that its KitKat Chocolatory initiative, which allows consumers to select their own special flavour and packaging, will be available online for a limited period until the end of April, marking a first for the brand in direct-to-consumer products.

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Nestlé launches latest range of flagship KitKat brand with Gold variety

Nestlé has followed its major launches of Ruby and Green Tea Matcha variety of KitKat with the release of its new KitKat Gold.

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Hershey showcases its latest anniversary year showcases in US

As part of its 125th anniversary celebrations, The Hershey Company is showcasing insights and investments to increase sales of instant consumables to more than 23,500 convenience store retailers at the 2019 National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) Show Expo taking place at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products

Barry Callebaut completes major $30 million investment in north American facilities

Chocolate manufacturer Barry Callebaut, has completed several expansion investments totalling $30 million in three of its North American facilities.

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Synergy releases an alternate flavouring version of ruby chocolate

Synergy Flavours has expanded its product portfolio with the launch of a ruby chocolate flavour, which the company will use for both confectionery and bakery ranges.

Cocoa & chocolate