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Major sustainability gains scored by Netherlands’ GNT colouring foods
Netherlands-based colouring food group, GNT, has achieved a major milestone in being over halfway to its core mission of reducing carbon emissions at its Exberry factories, writes Neil Barston.
Cargill study finds consumers seek out ever-greater product ranges containing high levels of protein
Latest studies from Cargill have shown that consumers are seeking out greater levels of protein in their diet, which includes engaging with the fast-rising nutrition bar and snacks market, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Hershey makes key move into better-for-you market with LesserEvil acquisition
US confectionery group Hershey has made a further strategic move into the better-for-you confectionery market in acquiring organic snacking brand LesserEvil, reports Neill Barston.
Innovation takes centre stage at iba bakery and confectionery event
The continuing evolution of confectionery and bakery markets will be under microscope next month at the global iba event in Dusseldorf, Germany.
Hershey’s Kisses gains new twist with Cinnamon Toast Crunch flavour
US confectionery group Hershey has placed a nostalgic twist on its classic Kisses for its latest iteration of the classic brand, which gains a new Cinnamon Toast Crunch flavour, writes Neill Barston.
Interpack confirms exhibitor space sold out already, over a year before the event
The organisers behind the major Interpack global packaging and processing event in Germany have confirmed that next year’s iteration of the show has already sold out its exhibition space, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Reaching out to the TikTok generation pays off for major confectionery brands
Ask anyone in the marketing world about precisely how you reach out to target demographics, and invariably, you will receive a response that you have to reach out to people, whatever their age or background, on their own terms and preferred platforms and outlets.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Business accelerator scheme targets emerging British and European sector enterprises
A significant venture from UK-headquartered pladis has been unveiled alongside its related Turkish sector manufacturer, Ülker, forging a new Accelerator Programme supporting emerging British and overseas food-tech enterprises, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ferrero joins confectionery groups supporting delivering two billion charitable meals to US communities
Ferrero has joined forces with other key industry groups including Mondelez, General Mills and Unilever in support of the 12th annual Feeding America food bank scheme helping deliver two billion meals to communities in need, writes Neill Barston.
Exclusive: Wild Thingz confectionery aims to make its mark with healthier option ranges
Seeking to forge a dynamic confectionery company that not only produces great tasting sweets, but ones that are better for you and vegan friendly is a challenge that Fliss Newland is engaging with wholeheartedly. Editor Neill Barston speaks to her about her company, Wild Thingz and its fast-rising prospects
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Scandinavia’s Fazer group records strong annual performance, and releases key new protein powered confectionery
The US-based Hershey Company has confirmed that Tiffany Menyhart has been appointed to the post of chief customer officer, which she takes up from this month, with a target of honing its retail and consumer engagement
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
State of the Industry Conference, Miami, 2025 report
Editor Neill Barston goes behind the scenes at the State of the Industry Conference in Miami, where key topics of tariffs, cocoa supplies, product innovation and
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
US trade tariffs could hit entire food and drink sector including confectionery
One of the most urgent global trade topics dominating headlines these past few weeks has been the prospect of US tariffs being placed on global goods from around the world – including the possibility of food and drink segments such as chocolate, snacks and bakery.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Exclusive: Caobisco president Can Buharali set for World Confectionery Conference 2025 speaking return
The World Confectionery Conference is set offer a welcome return for Can Buharali, president of Caobisco, the key European industry trade association, which has continued to represent the interests of companies of all sizes across the sector, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability