plant based
Katjes launches latest “Sheroes” plant-based gummy series
Confectionery brand Katjes has unveiled its latest plant-based gummy candy range for the US market, timed to coincide with International Women’s Day celebrations, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
A Day in the Life: Julian Lucas, marketing manager, Plamil Foods
After a strong stint of service with UK vegan pioneering business, Plamil Foods, sales and marketing manager Julian Lucas is set for retirement. Neill Barston quizzes him on his eventful career
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Latest H!P oat milk release features trio of key flavours
British-based oat m!lk chocolate, H!P (Happiness !n Plants), has unveiled new plant-based share pouches, launching a trio of new bite-sized varieties including Caramel Crunch Peanuts, Peanut Butter Truffle Bites and Creamy & Smooth Buttons, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Exclusive: Adrian Ling praises positive response to second World Vegan Chocolate Day
Adrian Ling, founder of the World Vegan Chocolate Day, has hailed today’s event celebrations as a success in gaining greater awareness for the movement, which continues to make marked progress globally, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Mondelēz International’s State of Snacking report highlights key market growth, including plant-based ranges
The fourth annual State of Snacking report from Mondelēz International has found a strong majority of consumers – 71% will treat themselves twice a day, with an even greater number, 78% doing so in a mindful manner, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Barry Callebaut releases its chocolate trends for 2023
The Barry Callebaut group has delivered the latest edition of its chocolate confectionery trends reports for global markets, revealing high demand for product ranges that are indulgent, as well as sustainably produced, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Choco Tec 2022: event review
Editor Neill Barston offers an exclusive review of this year’s Choco Tec event, including speaking to show director Andreas Bertram on his assessment of this year’s event, which return to Cologne for the first time in 4 years in its live form, due to the pandemic.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Love Raw becomes Tesco meal deal option
Three bars from vegan chocolate brand, Love Raw, will now be available as part of Tesco meal deal in 1,800 UK stores which the company hopes will help it reach millions of new consumers wanting to try their range of vegan chocolate for themselves.
Beneo expands rice-based ingredients range marking World Chocolate Day
Ahead of World Chocolate day on 7 July, ingredients business Beneo has extended its range of rice-based products and recipes for manufacturers, enabling them to deliver a broader array of plant-based confectionery, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Barry Callebaut’s Future of Indulgence studies find demand for healthier, yet environmentally mindful confectionery
A key consumer shift towards seeking out a wider range of premium, yet healthier and environmentally responsible confectionery has been identified in Barry Callebaut’s latest international research carried out in collaboration with Foresight Factory insights organisation, writes Neill Barston.
Barry Callebaut extends plant-based chocolate range at Sweets & Snacks Expo
A major range expansion from Barry Callebaut is being unveiled at this week’s Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago, with its latest dairy free organic chocolate developed for the North American market, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory
Plant-based revolution continues as consumers back sustainably produced ranges
As the latest research from Danish-based emulsifier business Palsgaard notes, demand for plant-based products of all kinds is showing no sign of slowing any time soon.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Palsgaard research reveals continued consumer demand for plant-based products
Latest research from emulsifier and stabiliser specialist Palsgaard has revealed that global demand for plant-based product ranges has increased notably since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Oat milk business Glebe Farm wins major trademark infringement case brought by Oatly
UK-based oat milk producer Glebe Farm, a well-established milling and cereal production firm, has won a legal case brought against it by specialist drinks business Oatly, over alleged trademark infringement, reports Neill Barston.