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Italian inclusions firm Rubicone unveils latest special editions
Italian ingredients firm Rubicone has released an expanded range of crunchy Crumbles inclusions, forged specially to enhance textures to ice-cream and pastry products, writes Neill Barston.
Exclusive: Sweets & Snacks Expo on the fast track to success in Indianapolis
There was a strong mix of expectation and excitement surrounding the halls of the 2024 Sweets & Snacks Expo, as the event returned to Indianapolis three years after it had hosted the show during the Covid-19 pandemic, writes Neill Barston.
Hershey unveils latest series at Sweets & Snacks, including augmented reality initiative
The Hershey Company used this year’s Sweets & Snacks Expo event to showcase a strong portfolio of products, as well as roll-out its augmented reality initiative targeting its Reese’s Cups ranges, showing how retailers can make optimum use of merchandise placement, reports Neill Barston.
Exclusive video: Sweets & Snacks Expo 2024 preview
With this year’s Sweets & Snacks Expo set to take to the starters grid in Indianapolis in just a week’s time, Confectionery Production offers an exclusive video interview with the National Confectioners Association (NCA), which is behind the key US show.
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Israel’s TopGum delivers latest functional iron-enhanced gummies
Israeli-based supplement manufacturer TopGum Industries has released its IronGum, the high-dose iron gummies, which have been designed with a smooth texture for those who find it difficult to take larger tablets, writes Neill Barston.
Theegarten-Pactec’s Markus Rustler re-appointed Interpack advisory president
In the wake of its notable success in 2023 returning after a six-year, pandemic enforced absence, Interpack’s advisory board has re-elected Theegarten-Pactec’s Markus Rustler as its president, reports Neill Barston.
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Oreo teams up with Sour Patch Kids for mischievous new cookie launch
Following continued brand growth, Oreo is forging a limited edition Sour Patch Kids cookie series ahead of Mondelez International’s return to Sweets & Snacks Expo, which heads to Indianapolis in the US next month, writes Neill Barston.
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Ferrero releases magical new Harry Potter Kinder Joy series
Ferrero North America is hoping for a touch of magic with the release of its latest Kinder variant, forging a notable partnership with Warner Bros. and Funko to create its new Harry Potter Kind Joy Eggs, reports Neill Barston.
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Celebrating crafting a new confectionery category
For this week’s blog, the team at Confectionery Production would simply like to wish all at Plamil Foods success with the company’s latest launch of its Coffee Bar, which appears very much to be a genuine first in the global market.
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Hershey’s Easter basket brimming with new offerings
US confectionery group Hershey is offering up a host of Easter treats across its portfolio, including innovations in the form of new Reese’s Peanut Butter Mini Eggs, KitKat special edition lemon flavour, and Cadbury Caramello Miniatures, reports Neill Barston.
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Venchi unveils stylish luxury Easter Egg series, including vegan variety
A series of exclusive premium Easter eggs is being released by Italian luxury chocolate brand, Venchi, including a vegan option within the range, featuring natural ingredients including Piedmont hazelnuts, writes Neill Barston.
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Exclusive: ISM & ProSweets 2024 review
This year’s ISM & ProSweets shows in Cologne, Germany, featured a host of dynamic exhibitors from around the world, which delivered eclectic and engaging events.
Confectionery Production editor Neill Barston speaks to key businesses at ProSweets, including Capol, DT&G Ltd, Schubert and Sacmi Packaging and Chocolate, to gain some insights into some of the latest developments across the industry.
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ISM draws major global audience across key confectionery industry event in Cologne
The overall international visitor turnout for ISM Cologne in its traditional early year hit 30,000 attendees from over 140 countries, flocking to see a host of international product innovations across five major halls for the 2024 event, writes Neill Barston.
Special focus: ISM Middle East reflections
With ISM’s key Cologne event just about to start in Germany, we reflect back on its recent edition in Dubai at the World Trade Centre, which threw up plenty of surprises and notable treats from around the world. Editor Neill Barston reports
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