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Ferrero Canada names Kinder Bueno Mini as a key Product of the Year winner
Ferrero Canada has confirmed Kinder Bueno Mini as the 2021 Product of the Year winner in the Mini Chocolate category, based on key consumer studies, reports Neill Barston.
Ferrero donates $4 million for venture tackling child labour in Turkish hazelnut market
Ferrero has teamed up with the International Labour Organisation in a bid to end child labour reportedly been found within seasonal hazelnut harvesting operations in Turkey, reports Neill Barston
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Focus: Three key Kings College London studies find notable benefits from almond snacking
A series of research studies led by researchers King’s College London suggests that snacking on almonds not only improves LDL cholesterol levels but may also improve vascular health – and is associated with a better diet quality, lower BMI and waist circumference, which has been welcomed by the key US-based industry body, the Almond Board of California
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Focus: On-pack nutritional and ethical labelling becoming core to consumer confidence
UK-based industry research and training body Campden BRI has found that consumers pay more attention to on-pack claims related to nutrition, sustainability, ethical issues, ‘clean label’ and provenance than to sensory-based claims such as “great taste”.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Palsgaard study finds consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable ingredients
A key industry study has found that the majority of consumers are willing to pay more for food and drink ranges, including within confectionery, that contain sustainably produced ingredients, reports Neill Barston
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Research reveals confectionery and bakery ranges among most popular during pandemic
A study of pandemic eating habits has found independent food and drink brands are coming out on top, as consumers commit to supporting and spending up to 10 per cent more on products since the coronavirus lockdown, reports Neill Barston
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Mayku research reveals booming British artisan confectionery sector
UK-wide research from desktop factory Mayku has revealed an increase in artisan chocolate making during coronavirus pandemic quarantine conditions, in a British market Mondelēz International has put at over £5.3 billion.
California Prune Board reports export growth
The California Prune Board has reported a 2% upturn in export markets, amid growing potential for their use within confectionery and bakery ranges.