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Tate & Lyle extends stevia venture through extending Chinese operations
Global ingredients and solutions group Tate & Lyle has moved to enhance is sustainability initiatives for stevia, through enrolling new farmers based in China, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Starburst series axed in Australia amid supply chain price rises
Fans of Mars Wrigley’s popular Starburst lollies have taken to social media to call for a reversal of a decision by the company for removing the product range from shelves in Australia, writes Neill Barston.
Nestlé confirms price rises amid strong half-year performance figures
Nestlé is the latest of the ‘big six’ confectionery groups to reveal its half-year figures, with total sales increasing by 9.2% for the period, to CHF45.6 billion, as the business notes price increases of 6.5% for its ranges, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ferrero’s US division names Alanna Cotton as new regional president and chief business officer
The Ferrero Group’s US division has confirmed Alanna Cotton to the key regional position of president and chief business officer of Ferrero North America, reports Neill Barston.
Innova Market Insights: World Confectionery Conference interview
Returning as one of our keynote speakers for this year’s World Confectionery Conference is an experience that Myrthe de Beukelaar, a senior associate with Innova Market Insights, is keenly anticipating. Editor Neill Barston quizzes her major trends ahead of our key industry event taking place in Brussels this September
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Hershey records second quarter growth, despite supply chain and ingredients challenges
Hershey has reported sales growth for the second quarter of its financial year, with net sales of $2.34 billion for the period, representing a 19.3% increase, despite a backdrop of challenging wider market conditions, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Video exclusive: Mondelēz International records strong Sweets & Snacks performance
Confectionery Production editor Neill Barston speaks exclusively in our latest video to Rick Brindle, Mondelēz International’s vice president for industry development, reflecting on last month’s Sweets & Snacks Expo, tackling the pandemic, and prospects for the remainder of 2022.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Vidal reports strong success from Sweets & Snacks Expo 25th anniversary event
Vidal Candies has reported a strong response to its latest ranges at this year’s Sweets & Snacks Expo, with the business being among the original exhibitors of the key US event, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Latest sector research finds global chocolate market forecasts a rise to €312 billion by 2030
With the confectionery sector showing sustained growth throughout the pandemic, the global chocolate market is forecast to reach a total of $312.6 billion by 2030, according to latest studies from Researchandmarkets.
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Nassau Candy expands series with latest Sweets & Snacks launch
Speciality US confectionery group Nassau Candy has celebrated the launch of its extended Clever Candy brand, which gained an unveiling at this year’s Sweets & Snacks Expo, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Video exclusive: Sweets & Snacks supplier showcase 2022
The supplier showcase formed an integral part of this year’s Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago, highlighting significant developments across equipment, systems and ingredients. In our exclusive video, Editor Neill Barston speaks to some of the key exhibitors including tna, Cargill, DT&G Ltd, and Capol for insights on the latest sector news for 2022
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing
Haribo strikes major deal with ODW logistics supporting first US manufacturing facilities
Haribo of America has confirmed it is to form a partnership with ODW Logistics in a deal to provide warehousing and logistics services for the company’s first North American manufacturing facility in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Food safety, New products, Processing, Regulatory
US kicks-off national candy month celebrating the industry’s ongoing place in consumers’ affections
Confectionery in all its forms once again comes under the spotlight in the US, as the country marks national candy month, with the next few weeks being dedicated to celebrating the region’s favourite treats, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Sweets & Snacks Expo makes a memorable return for its 25th birthday
Back in its long-term home in Chicago, this year’s Sweets & Snacks Expo has got off to a roaring start with a host of product innovations, insights and industry networking.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability