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State of the Industry Conference, Miami
Editor Neill Barston offers an exclusive video report from the State of the Industry Conference in Miami, focused on addressing major trends for the year ahead, as well as releasing the NCA’s key State of Treating report.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Katjes launches latest “Sheroes” plant-based gummy series
Confectionery brand Katjes has unveiled its latest plant-based gummy candy range for the US market, timed to coincide with International Women’s Day celebrations, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Confectionery firms all set for IFE London event
A number of confectionery companies are set to take prime place within this year’s IFE International Food and Drink Event taking place at ExceL London, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Exclusive video: State of the Industry Conference review
This week, Confectionery Production has reported live from the National Confectioners Association’s State of the Industry Conference in Miami, which saw the unveiling of the key State of Treating report on major consumer trends.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
State of the Industry Conference reaches for the stars
This week has proved an exceptionally busy one for the magazine, topped off by reporting from the National Confectioners Association’s State of the Industry Event which took place in Miami, Florida.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
State of Treating Report reveals US confectionery sales of $42.6 billion
The president and CEO of the National Confectioners Association, John Downs, offered an inspiring keynote address to launch this year’s State of the Industry Conference, as figures reveal the category topped $42.6 billion in sales last year, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
ProSweets plans for revised dates gather momentum in Cologne
Plans for hosting ProSweets in Cologne, Germany, within the key ISM confectionery event are continuing to progress, with the exhibitor area continuing to be extended as part of the combined special edition event, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Packaging, Regulatory
Perfetti Van Melle joins UK Plastics Pact targeting major improvements on recycling
Confectionery group Perfetti Van Melle has become the latest major business from across the confectionery and snacks sector to join the UK Plastics Pact, aiming to drive key change on tackling pollution and improving environmental performance, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Cadbury offers debut for first HFSS launch with Dairy Milk Fruitier and Nuttier range
A key new product series has been unveiled by Cadbury in launching its first non HFSS product range, with four lines within its Dairy Milk Fruitier and Nuttier range, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Editor’s outlook: A year of challenges and opportunities ahead
The past year in the confectionery sector has proved momentous in a considerable amount of respects in terms of product development, consumer trends, and wider geopolitical events that are continuing to have a major impact.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz hails annual growth, with European and US operations performing strongly
The European and US operations of Mondelēz International helped secure improved annual net revenues up 9.7% to $31.49 billion, as the business also delivered encouraging results for its fourth quarter, reports Neill Barston.
Just Born Quality Confections marks US trading centenary
US-founded Just Born Quality Confections has kicked-off celebrations for the company’s centenary year in 2023 with its well-established Peepsfest brand event in Pennsylvania, writes Neill Barston.
Hershey unveils major Valentine’s series, after gaining key industry accolade
US-based Hershey has unveiled its latest selection of Valentine’s treats across its portfolio, including special editions of its milk chocolate heart bars, Kisses and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups gift boxes, as the company is recognised again for its employment culture, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Regulatory, Sustainability
Orkla drives forward purchase deal of Nordic confectionery firm Bubs Godis
Scandinavia’s Orkla confectionery and snacks group has reportedly forged ahead with its deal for a full acquisition of fellow Nordic business, Bubs Godis, within the Swedish sweets market, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability