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Fairtrade raises concerns for Central American cocoa communities hit by hurricane Eta
Fairtrade has raised concerns for cocoa farmers operating with its initiatives in Central America, as they face mounting losses from crops extensively damaged by Hurricane Eta this month.
Fairtrade raises concerns for farmers rights relating to new UK Environment Bill
he Fairtrade Foundation is seeking greater assurances from the UK government over its new Environment Bill, which delivers due diligence measures banning British firms from selling products with a connection to deforestation overseas.
GNT extends colouring series with new fiesta pink variety for chocolate
The Netherlands-based GNT group has extended its Exberry micronised powder series with a new beetroot pink shade to its existing portfolio.
Trend focus: Creating product transparency rises to the top of the agenda
Transparency emerges as a clear winner in Innova Market Insights’ Top Ten Trends for 2021 with brands upping their game to meet evolving ethical, environmental and clean label consumer demands, explains the research group.
Andy Baxendale gears up for speaking at our sector showcase
As a member of Confectionery Production’s editorial board, Andy Baxendale has plenty of tales from his varied career. Editor Neill Barston meets him at his UK studios in Greater Manchester, to discuss life amid the pandemic and his latest plans including preparing to speak at the 2021 World Confectionery Conference.
Cargill creates new digital supply chain mapping tool for consumers
The Cargill group has unveiled a new digital portal demonstrating traceability in its cocoa supply chain and allowing consumers the chance to more closely examine the origins of their products, reports Neill Barston.
Fairtrade confirms major five year rebranding move for its activities
The Fairtrade movement has begun a major rebrand of its activities in a bid to reinforce the scale of its work across the world, including supporting cocoa growing communities, reports Neill Barston
Fairtrade Foundation calls on UK companies to back greater due diligence of global supply chains
The Fairtrade Foundation has called on British companies to increase their efforts to tackle human rights violations within global supply chains, including the cocoa sector.
Cargill set to expand its Mouscron innovation facilities with new House of Chocolate
Construction has started on a major project for Cargill, which is set to deliver a €21 million investment in creating a House of Chocolate innovation facility at its Mouscron site in Belgium, reports Neill Barston