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US set for biggest ever Halloween spending, including on confectionery lines
Despite ongoing pandemic concerns, US consumer spending on Halloween is set to be higher than ever- including on core confectionery items, with total seasonal spend of $10.14 billion forecast, up from $8.05 billion last year, according to research from the National Retail Federation, writes Neill Barston.
Puratos reveals key health, taste and convenience trends in confectionery and bakery
Puratos is unveiling major trends findings in its two-day Taste Tomorrow event, including an ongoing drive for consumers seeking healthier options, as well as the importance of flavours and shopping convenience, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability
Major emergence of Oat milk chocolate market sparks wider Vegan market growth
It’s perhaps of little surprise that groups such as Luker Chocolate have this week unveiled oat milk confectionery ranges against a reported 70% sales rise within the category, fuelled by ever-more health-conscious consumers.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
UK Food and Drink Federation warns consumers will pay more amid government regulatory moves
The UK’s Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has expressed major concern over a series of government policies that will cost the sector a projected additional £8 billion over the next three years, making product ranges more expensive, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
ICCO’s International Symposium on Cocoa Research postponed amid coronavirus
The International Cocoa Organisation (ICCO) has confirmed its Symposium on Cocoa Research planned for September 2021 in France will be postponed until next year due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, reports Neill Barston.
BDSI association surveys reveal German consumers expect sugar within confectionery
Latest studies from Germany’s BDSI confectionery trade association have found that over four out of five people in the nation expect a high sugar content within sweets ranges, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Studies reveal chocolate’s prized status remains undimmed
The results of Cargill’s latest study showing that the majority of consumers in the US indulge in their favourite chocolate treats can come as little surprise.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Cargill study reveals chocolate retains enduring consumer appeal amid coronavirus pandemic
A major survey from Cargill has underlined the enduring appeal of chocolate confectionery, revealing that most US consumers indulge daily in their favoured treats, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Food Ingredients Europe to return as a combined live trade show with online elements
The major Food ingredients and Health ingredients Europe trade shows have been confirmed for 2021 in Germany as combined live events with additional online content, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
The World Confectionery Conference proves a decisive industry success
For this week’s blog entry, there can only really be one subject, and that is in offering significant thanks to the hundreds of colleagues and friends across the industry who participated at our debut World Confectionery Conference.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing
Exclusive: Innova Market Insights reveals World Confectionery Conference trends on health and indulgence
Innova Market Insights keynote presentation at the World Confectionery Conference has unveiled major trends of health and indulgence influencing the global confectionery sector in 2021, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Exclusive: Euromonitor reveals major snacks upturn trends at World Confectionery Conference
The Euromonitor International research group has unveiled a key snapshot of the global snacking sector, with a 53.4% global growth in online sales in 2020 helping deliver a total market valued at $547 billion across confectionery, savoury snacks, sweet biscuits and bars, as well as ice cream, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Final countdown for World Confectionery Conference registration
With the final countdown to the World Confectionery Conference in full swing, we’ve been greatly encouraged by the positive reaction we’ve had from our key contacts, colleagues and friends across our industries. So here’s a quick reminder for any of you who may not have yet registered for the event – it’s well worth you doing so to enable you to engage with a broad programme of content that we believe offers a dynamic and engaging snapshot of our sector as it meets the challenges of 2021 head on.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging
Transparency highlighted as key Innova industry trend for 2021
Transparency in delivering clean label products and clear business operating standards has emerged as a clear winner in Innova’s Top Trends for 2021, as brands, including confectionery companies improve to meet consumer demands, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability