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Improving cacao farming techniques set to offer major sector breakthrough
The past week has seen the launch of Barry Callebaut’s latest series of sustainably sourced chocolate in San Francisco, which promises a significant breakthrough in terms of making use of the whole of the cacaofruit as part of its product.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Herza Schokolade set to unveil new chocolate confectionery series
German-based Herza Schokolade has announced plans to release three new lines of chocolate pieces, which it is set to release at this year’s Food Ingredients Europe event.
Chaucer lines-up latest product series at Food Ingredients Europe
Chaucer is inviting visitors to try out food and drink items created with its products at Food ingredients Europe (Fi Europe).
Bell Flavors extends its operations with new UK facilities
US-founded Bell Flavors & Fragrances has formally opened its latest culinary centre and office space in Ketton, Stamford, UK, which will focus on a number of market segments including confectionery and bakery applications.
Barry Callebaut hosts global launch for Cacaofruit experience series
Barry Callebaut has unveiled its Cacaofruit Experience series of products including a new
chocolate range, with further application for use across the confectionery, bakery, ice-cream and drinks market. Neill Barston reports from San Francisco
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, New products, Sustainability
Nestlé expands with UK first direct to consumer launch of Kit Kat Chocolatory
The Nestlé group will be offering luxury hand-crafted KitKats as the company makes a UK first into the direct-to-consumer market with the release of its luxury KitKat Chocolatory through 30 John Lewis & Partners shops across Britain.
Confectionery expert offers warning over government policy on sweets reformulation
UK confectionery expert Andy Baxendale has criticised government-backed public health agencies for potentially impacting on the industry through ‘families feeling guilty’ for enjoying sweets and chocolates during the upcoming Christmas season.
Almonds retain top spot for product inclusions across Europe
An international new product report from Innova Market Insights has found that almonds remain the most popular nut in new product introductions across Europe, with strong use within confectionery.
UK confectionery firm claims first with paper-based packaging alternative
UK confectionery manufacturer Flower & White has unveiled its latest series of Meringue Bites, which it is claiming as among the first to move into plastic-free, paper-based packaging.
Italian confectionery market showing resilience and innovation
The Italian confectionery market continues to show resilience in terms of global sales and innovation, despite challenging economic conditions. Neill Barston reports, with analysis from Euromonitor International
Sensient flavors introduces latest product series
Global industry solutions group Sensient Flavors has released its latest ‘Trends to Taste’ series of six flavours based on consumer insights representing themes around the past, present and future.
Palsgaard set to showcase emulsifier range at IBIE
Palsgaard will highlight the benefits of its powdered whipping-active cake emulsifiers at the International Baking Industry Expo (IBIE) in Las Vegas, 8-11 September.
Dina Foods expands its range celebrating national afternoon tea week
UK-based Dina Foods is marking national afternoon tea week (from August 12) extending its traditional menu with sweet confectionery such as its baklawa range.
Confectionery sector gains new setting for Interpack 2020
Preparations for next year’s major interpack event in Düsseldorf, Germany are fast gathering pace, with organisers anticipating nearly 3,000 exhibitors from across the packaging sector to participate.