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Barry Callebaut’s Future of Indulgence studies find demand for healthier, yet environmentally mindful confectionery
A key consumer shift towards seeking out a wider range of premium, yet healthier and environmentally responsible confectionery has been identified in Barry Callebaut’s latest international research carried out in collaboration with Foresight Factory insights organisation, writes Neill Barston.
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
BDSI studies find taste remains king for consumers’ confectionery preferences
Confectionery consumers in Germany have hailed taste as the overwhelming factor in purchasing decisions, according to new studies from the country’s BDSI trade association, reports Neill Barston.
Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
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
Industry research reveals global chocolate market nears $90 billion mark
The international chocolate confectionery market has been put at a value of $89.21 billion in 2021, according to latest analysis from ResearchAndMarkets.com.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Chocoa cocoa and chocolate event marks its tenth anniversary with Amsterdam return
The co-founder of the Chocoa cocoa and confectionery event, Jack Steijn, has expressed optimism for the live return of the key sector event, which is returning to Amsterdam this summer, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing
KitKat responds to consumer demand for latest Lotus Biscoff variety
Nestlé is rolling out one of its most in-demand flavours for its KitKat Chunky brand, which is now combining with Lotus Biscoff for its latest launch, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Behind the scenes: Plamil living the vegan dream by the sea
With a million-pound investment in new chocolate processing equipment and latest vegan product lines, Plamil Foods is facing wider production challenges of recruitment and navigating Brexit fallout with genuine optimism, as editor Neill Barston reports
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
World Confectionery Conference interview exclusive: FMCG Gurus
Exploring industry trends forms a key element of this year’s World Confectionery Conference. Editor Neill Barston quizzes one of our keynote speakers, Will Cowling, of insights group FMCG Gurus, on his hopes for 2022
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Easter set to offer major opportunity for global retailers amid challenging times
With the world enduring a particularly torrid time right now amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, wider economic turbulence and the pandemic stubbornly refusing to disappear, a little added time spent among friends and family for those who are fortunate to do so this Easter will be most welcome.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Glanbia Nutritionals research finds continued rise in consumer healthier snacking
A key industry study has found that momentum in European consumer snacking trends is continuing a rise towards better-for-you options supported by functional ingredients like protein, according to studies from Glanbia Nutritionals.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability
NCA research finds 91% of Americans set to celebrate Easter with confectionery
A diverse range of confectionery treats will be shared across 91% of homes in the US this Easter, according to latest research from the country’s National Confectionery Association (NCAI), reports, Neill Barston.
London’s IFE event 2022 reveals key confectionery market launches
A wide array of new confectionery and snacks lines came under the spotlight at London’s IFE 2022 event, with companies eager to exhibit their developments after a two year hiatus for the Covid-19 pandemic, reports Kathryn Brand.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability