sustainability
Key extension of Mondelēz International’s Cocoa Life sustainability scheme set for Brazil
Mondelēz International has unveiled the expansion of its global cocoa sustainability initiative, Cocoa Life, in Brazil, aiming to create empowered and thriving cocoa farming communities, by helping farmers to become more profitable and stable with their production.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Payment increases to Ivory Coast cocoa farmers offer industry hope
The past couple of years have seen corporate agendas dominated by initiatives aimed at addressing major issues within the cocoa supply chain.
Cargill commits to sustainable farming scheme for key corn ingredients
Global ingredients group Cargill has made a key commitment to source waxy corn 100 percent sustainably from European farmers, which is widely used within a number of food categories including confectionery.
Key industry speakers confirmed for Choco Tec 2018 in Cologne
Leading figures in technology development and sustainability issues have been lined-up for the German Choco Tec 2018 event taking place in Cologne, Germany.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mars forms partnership with Benson Hill Biosystems for cocoa productivity scheme
The Mars, Incorporated group is undertaking a joint venture project with crop improvement business Benson Hill Biosystems, aiming to enhance productivity and climate resilience of the cacao trees, that are essential for confectionery.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz International pledges 100% packaging recycling by 2025
Global confectionery group Mondelēz International today has built on its sustainability policies in committing to making its entire packaging operations recyclable by 2025.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Supporting key cocoa growing nations remains of critical importance
During the past couple of years, there has been a notable trend for businesses across the confectionery sector becoming increasingly mindful of sustainability issues.
Crown achieve sustainability goal after just two years
Just two years into its five-year initiative to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions Crown Holdings has exceeded one of its two targeted 2020 sustainability goals.
International Cocoa Organization appoints new executive director
The International Cocoa Organization (ICCO), headquartered in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, has appointed Michel Arrion as its new executive Director.
Mars Wrigley intensifies the battle for production sustainability
The announcement by Mars Wrigley Confectionery on its decision for a $1 billion package of support to assist African cocoa growing communities is a definite step in the right direction.
Mars Wrigley creates $1 billion fund for improving cocoa sustainability
Global chocolate business Mars Wrigley Confectionery has devised a $1 billion plan over the next decade for improving sustainability within its cocoa supply chain, offering greater support to communities in key African cocoa growing countries.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Final countdown for iba international trade event in Munich
With more than 1,300 exhibitors expected to visit Munich, Germany, for iba, this year’s event is attracting a huge level of interest. Neill Barston speaks exclusively to project manager Claudia Weidner
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz International makes gains on key sustainability targets
Mondelēz International has reported key progress against its 2020 goals on sustainable sourcing of cocoa, palm oil sourcing and product development.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Chocogenius chocolate production training system gains award
A partnership between the Bühler group and technology firm Crealogix to create the ‘ChocoGenius’ video training initiative for chocolate production has gained a major industry accolade.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability