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SweeGen gains approval for its key stevia-based confectionery ingredient

US-based sugar reduction solutions company SweeGen has confirmed that Food Standards Australia, New Zealand (FSANZ) has assessed and approved its Bestevia Reb E stevia sweetener as a food additive for use in markets including for gummies and chocolate.

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Maintaining food safety standards remains key message from World Accreditation Day

Maintaining a high degree of certified food safety standards within manufacturing environments and labs will be among the core topics of this year’s World Accreditation Day (9 June).

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability

BDSI seeks voluntary labelling scheme for nutritional food labelling

As the European Commission prepares to publish its “Farm to Fork” strategy (Farm to Fork), the Federal Association of the German Confectionery Industry has reaffirmed its preference for a voluntary labelling system for displaying nutritional information on the front of food packaging.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, New products, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability

Ferrero drives towards delivering Cocoa and Forests Initiative environmental targets

Italian-founded global confectionery brand Ferrero has joined other major firms in releasing its sustainability performance action plan to protect forests in Ghana and Ivory Coast.

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Barry Callebaut’s Ruby Chocolate clears key US regulatory hurdle

The US Food and Drug Administration has granted Barry Callebaut a Temporary Marketing Permit (TMP) for its Ruby chocolate, which will signal its full commercial release in the United States.

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The International Cocoa Organisation continues its mission in relocated African headquarters

The International Cocoa Organisation plays a significant role in some of the sector’s key markets. Poorna Rodrigo reports for Confectionery Production on the group’s move from the UK to Ivory Coast

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Indian confectionery market expresses concerns over ‘traffic light’ labelling

Raghavendra Verma reports from New Delhi on a new government system in India of food labelling that have prompted major concerns from industry

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Major challenges facing manufacturers placed in the spotlight of Food Safety Summit

The latest developments, challenges and best practice solutions in food safety within the manufacturing chain, including for confectionery and bakery, were discussed in detail at the inaugural Food Safety Summit.

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Bunge Loders Croklaan moves to deliver palm oil improvements

Bunge Loders Croklaan, specialists in oils and fats supplied to industry including the confectionery sector, has confirmed its palm oil food portfolio is being delivered with low 3-MCPDE, ahead of EU legislation planned on the use of such compounds.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability