sugar reduction
Mondelēz International snacks study find consumers welcome healthier options
Global confectionery group Mondelēz International has confirmed the launch of its debut State of Snacking report, examining key consumer trends that focus on wellbeing and a desire for community connection.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Barry Callebaut cacaofruit chocolate series launch
Confectionery Production covers the world launch of Barry Callebaut’s cacaofruit chocolate and snacks series in San Francisco. Neill Barston speaks to global vice president of marketing, Bas Smit.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Bell Flavors & Fragrances EMEA focuses on functionality and innovation at FiE
At this year’s Food ingredients Europe, Bell Flavors & Fragrances EMEA will present a range of taste solutions with a strong focus on naturalness, health & wellbeing and innovation.
Confectionery expert offers warning over government policy on sweets reformulation
UK confectionery expert Andy Baxendale has criticised government-backed public health agencies for potentially impacting on the industry through ‘families feeling guilty’ for enjoying sweets and chocolates during the upcoming Christmas season.
Sensient Flavors presents Halal range at Gulfood
At this year’s Gulfood Manufacturing, Sensient Flavors Europe, Middle East & Africa will be presenting its range of Halal flavours and emulsions for use in beverage, dairy, confectionery and bakery applications.
Plamil extends So Free series as demand grows for reduced sugar ranges
Creating confectionery for the Free-from and reduced sugar market poses numerous tests, as Adrian Ling, managing director of Plamil Foods explains to Neill Barston
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Older generation drives sugar reduction
Research by Innova Markets Insights has shown that those in the Baby Boomer demographic (born 1946-1964) are those most looking to reduce their sugar consumption.
Driving growth for healthier confectionery
Creating indulgent treats is not necessarily a concept that sits easily with healthier product ranges. Sarah Gibbons reports for Confectionery Production on the issue
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Packaging, Sustainability
Tate & Lyle launches stevia sustainability project with Earthwatch
Tate & Lyle, a global provider of food and beverage ingredients and solutions, together with its stevia partner Sweet Green Fields, is conducting a new research project to assess the sustainability of the stevia supply chain.
England’s leading doctor calls for extension of tax on high sugar product ranges
Reducing sugar content within a broad range of product groups has posed considerable challenges for the sector. Neill Barston reports on latest recommendations for potentially extending taxes upon the industry to encourage greater product reformulation
Ingredients firm develops stem ginger for Beech’s Fine Chocolates
UK ingredients firm Brusco has developed a new stem ginger that has enabled Beech’s Fine Chocolates to improve the company’s enrobing process for its series of confectionery.
Natural flavours and colours proving major confectionery trends
Confectionery Production looks at the cutting-edge trends in colours and flavours for the bakery and confectionery sectors, and why the industry is saying “go natural, or go home”. Daisy Phillipson reports.
Flavouring techniques from Givaudan target 50% sugar reduction
International flavour and fragrance group Givaudan has unveiled new techniques that aim to deliver up to 50% sugar reduction without the requirement for added sweeteners.
Barry Callebaut posts annual growth despite market challenges
Barry Callebaut’s annual results have posted a 0.1% increase in sales revenue, to CHF 6.9 billion, and a net 31% rise in profits, to CHF 357.4 million, supported by growth in key global markets. Neill Barston reports
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Sustainability