sustainability
Fairtrade Finland launches “Chocogeddon” campaign to highlight climate change impact
Fairtrade Finland has launched a campaign highlighting the potential prospect of “Chocogedden,” the end of chocolate as we know it, raising awareness of the impact of climate change on cocoa production in key territories.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
German Initiative on Sustainable Cocoa tackles major deforestation issues
The German Initiative on Sustainable Cocoa (GISCO) presented industry leaders with key options for creating a deforestation-free cocoa sector, at this year’s Anuga trade fair in Cologne.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
GEA launches new sustainable packaging series
GEA has launched a new sustainable solution, FoodTray, combining the advantages of thermoforming technology, cardboard and film, to create sustainable packaging that helps reduce food waste.
Palsgaard achieves carbon neutral status
Danish-based ingredients firm Palsgaard recently achieved carbon neutral status across its global operations, which includes confectionery and bakery operations. Neill Barston interviews CEO Jakob Thoisen, and explores its application centres at the company’s HQ
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Barry Callebaut hosts global launch for Cacaofruit experience series
Barry Callebaut has unveiled its Cacaofruit Experience series of products including a new
chocolate range, with further application for use across the confectionery, bakery, ice-cream and drinks market. Neill Barston reports from San Francisco
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, New products, Sustainability
Cargill renews sustainability scheme for the cocoa sector
A major sustainability initiative from Cargill is set to continue as it renews its partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), designed to help key cocoa producing communities.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Mars pledges to accelerate its core climate change initiative
International confectionery and food group Mars has confirmed its ambition to accelerate action to tackle climate change, with the launch of its new #PledgeForPlanet initiative.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability
Goupie switch to compostable bags
Kent-based chocolate maker Goupie has replaced its recyclable PP bags with a compostable alternative.
Nestlé accelerates action to achieve zero net emissions by 2050
Nestlé has announced it is accelerating its climate change efforts to achieve zero net greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, and will sign the ‘Business Ambition for 1.5°C’ pledge.
Bühler networking event calls on industry to intensify sustainability efforts
Businesses from across the food sector, including confectionery and bakery enterprises, have been urged to deliver more environmentally sustainable production processes at Bühler’s networking days forum.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Bühler raises its waste and energy reduction targets at global networking event
A total of 800 influential senior executives from across the food sector have gathered for this year’s Networking Days in Uzwil, Switzerland, with is core goal of enhancing sustainable production.
Bosch continues EIT Food sustainability venture with confectionery project
German-based Bosch Packaging group is continuing its EIT Food sustainability initiative with start-ups and innovation leaders to develop new concepts for a more sustainable food industry.
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
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
Original Beans launches new eco packaging
Fine single origin chocolate bar brand, Original Beans, has relaunched its bars in new eco-friendly packaging.