US market
NCA names president of Nassau Candy Distributors, Barry Rosenbaum, as its new chair of trustees
The US-based National Confectioners Association’s board of trustees on Tuesday, unveiled its new chairman, Barry Rosenbaum, president of Nassau Candy Distributors, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability
US division of Barry Callebaut unveils dairy-free compounds for confectionery and bakery
Barry Callebaut’s US division has made major plant-based product strides as it releases an extended new series of dairy-free compounds designed for confectionery and bakery ranges, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Emerging US ingredient firm Barchemy launches chocolate production line
US-based ingredient firm Barchemy, specialising in Better-For-You (BFY) chocolate and nutritional bar solutions has confirmed development of a chocolate production line free from the majority of allergens, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
National Confectioners Association report unveils core consumer buying habits
The US-based National Confectioners Association has revealed a new report exploring consumers’ major chocolate consumption patterns and preferences, writes Neill Barston.
Hershey releases its largest ever series of Christmas confectionery
US confectionery group Hershey has unveiled its largest ever series of treats for the festive season ahead, unveiling a total of 13 new product innovations across its portfolio, reports, Neill Barston.
NCA appoints new senior vice president of scientific and regulatory affairs
The US-based National Confectioners Association has confirmed Farida Mohamedshah as its new senior vice president of scientific and regulatory affairs, writes Neill Barston.
Focus: Spotlight on William Poole confections
Confectionery Production editor Neill Barston speaks to artisan confectioner William Poole about his eventful career in confectionery as he sets up a new business venture
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Classic US chocolate brand Fannie May delivers new direct to consumer website
US classic premium chocolate brand Fannie May has delivered a new direct-to-consumer website for its customers to experience its series of confections that have placed it at the heart of the Chicago community, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Sustainability
Tazzy Candy’s vegan lollipop start-up on a mission to shake-up market
The founders of US-based women owned and operated confectionery start-up Tazzy Candy have proclaimed a mission of reviving the lollipop market with a new sugar-free vegan series ‘explosive flavours,’ writes Neill Barston.
Ferrero appoints Todd Siwak as president and chief business officer for North America
The Ferrero Group has confirmed the appointment of Todd Siwak in the key regional position of President and Chief Business Officer for its North American division, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability
Hershey extends key chocolate supply deal with Barry Callebaut for its US markets
The US-based Hershey Company has committed to renewing its longstanding chocolate supply partnership with Barry Callebaut for its American markets, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
NCA names Brian M. Mckeon as senior vice president of public policy
The National Confectioners Association has appointed Brian M. McKeon as senior vice president of public policy, leading its government affairs strategy and grassroots industry engagement, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability
Tate & Lyle global restructure enables key new product development focus
Tate & Lyle has devised a key restructuring move to enable it to offer greater focus as a speciality food and beverage solutions business, focused on markets including confectionery and bakery, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz completes closure of US Oreo cookie production site in New Jersey
Mondelēz International has completed its strategic move to close its Fair Lawn, New Jersey, US bakery site producing key Oreo lines, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Sustainability