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GEA releases key extrusion system for global snacks production
Equipment and systems business GEA has completed its xTru Twin series of high-capacity extruders lines for industries including confectionery and snacks, with new flagship version, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Ferrera’s Nerds among honours at Sweets and Snacks Expo
The Ferrara confectionery brand has emerged triumphant at Sweets and Snacks Expo in the US, with two of its Nerds candy series gaining innovation honours, writes Neill Barston.
Studies reveal chocolate’s prized status remains undimmed
The results of Cargill’s latest study showing that the majority of consumers in the US indulge in their favourite chocolate treats can come as little surprise.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Hershey set to unveil an enhanced product portfolio at Sweets and Snacks Expo
Hershey is set to showcase an expanded array of products at this week’s Sweets and Snacks Expo in Indianapolis, US, including its Reese’s and KitKat branded ranges, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Love Cocoa unveils its latest summer chocolate series
The UK-based ethical chocolate brand Love Cocoa has extended its range further with a trio of limited edition Summer Bars to its line-up, writes Neill Barston.
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
KitKat expands ice cream range with at-home snacking series
KitKat has moved to expanded its ice cream range with increased demand in at-home family snacking, as the segment continues to enjoy an upturn in performance, reports Neill Barston.
Jones Popcorn makes the most of local Welsh ingredients for latest series
Tapping into the rapidly expanding trend for utilising an expanded range of local ingredients is a key feature of Welsh-based Jones Popcorn’s latest product range, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Sustainability
Cargill names Jamie Miller as group chief financial officer
Cargill has appointed Jamie Miller as the group’s latest Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and is set to serve on the executive team of the business, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Vegan brand Crave creates new rice milk chocolate series
Vegan and free-from snack brand, CRAVE, has created a duo of rice milk chocolate that has placed delivering distinctive taste and inventive toppings as key elements of its development, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Hershey unveils latest better-for-you confectionery strategy
The US-based Hershey confectionery business has unveiled major strategies for delivering new solutions in the better-for-you chocolate category, in response to growing consumer demand for healthier options, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Moo Free Chocolates reports major growth in its vegan chocolate ranges
British-based Moo Free Chocolates has reported a major 300% growth in its online sales in the past year, amid a key spike in demand for vegan ranges, writes Neill Barston.
Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Sternchemie expands its lecithin solutions including confectionery and bakery ranges
German-based lecithin specialist Sternchemie has expanded its series of non-GMO based solutions in response to a rising major demand for natural product ranges, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ferrero targets key Easter market with latest seasonal confectionery
A renewed focus on core product lines has been outlined by Ferrero as part of its spring 2021 campaign, which is backed by a major £5.8 million advertising campaign amid hopes of a wider sector recovery for the year ahead, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Focus: Bakery products market retains a healthy momentum despite pandemic conditions
This year has seen a broad base of bakery and snacks ranges come to market despite the pandemic, with the sector as a whole continuing to show growth. Neill Barston reports
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability