chocolate

Swiss firm Selecta works on next generation confectionery vending with Mars Wrigley

22 February 2022

Swiss-based food solutions group Selecta has linked-up with Mars Wrigley to unveil next generation intelligent vending machines with user-friendly touch screens and smart payment systems.

Nestlé unveils plans offering farmer payments tackling cocoa sector child labour

28 January 2022

Nestlé has moved to enhance its programmes addressing child labour with an income accelerator scheme in Ghana and Ivory Coast offering incentivised payments to farmers…

Academy of Chocolate gains key rise in vegan-friendly confectionery entries for annual awards

6 August 2021

The UK's Academy of Chocolate (AOC) has reported a significant rise in vegan-friendly entries for its annual awards, with contenders emerging from Russian, Brazilian and…

Germany’s BDSI confectionery body expresses concerns over ‘significant declines’ in exports

4 August 2021

Germany’s federal confectionery association, the BDSI has reported ‘significant declines’ its key export markets, with continued pressure on sales amid the impact of the global…

Barry Callebaut drives sustainability for its US ‘Better for You’ ranges

20 July 2021

Barry Callebaut is set to move its North American ‘Better For You’ portfolio to 100% sustainably sourced cocoa and vanilla.

Sacmi unveils its latest sustainability-focused wrapping machine series

24 June 2021

Italian-based SACMI Packaging & Chocolate has unveiled its latest multi-style flat-base praline wrapping machine, the HY7, with a focus on high-speed and sustainable operating.

Provenance and sustainable sourcing highlighted by Innova as major trends

20 January 2021

The provenance of product ranges, sustainable sourcing and packaging are set to play a significant role in the sweets and snacks category for 2021, according…

Cargill drives momentum with ongoing cocoa sustainability schemes

19 January 2021

Ethical sourcing of cocoa remains a core issue for the sector, with manufacturers including Cargill, a sponsor of this year’s World Confectionery Conference, revealing its…

Cargill studies find majority of consumers willing to pay more for sustainably sourced chocolate

14 December 2020

A major survey from Cargill has found that 70% of consumers in Europe are now factoring sustainability into their purchasing choices for product ranges including…

Fairtrade raises concerns for Central American cocoa communities hit by hurricane Eta

24 November 2020

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…

GNT extends colouring series with new fiesta pink variety for chocolate

27 October 2020

The Netherlands-based GNT group has extended its Exberry micronised powder series with a new beetroot pink shade to its existing portfolio.

Cargill creates new digital supply chain mapping tool for consumers

6 October 2020

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…

Cargill set to expand its Mouscron innovation facilities with new House of Chocolate

21 September 2020

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…

Muriel Korter named as Caobisco director general

20 August 2020

Caobisco, the European chocolate, biscuits and confectionery industry association has appointed Muriel Korter as its new director-general.

Innova Insights studies show pandemic confectionery and snacks trends with long-term appeal

21 July 2020

Latest global research from Innova Market Insights has indicated consumer behaviours during the coronavirus pandemic surrounding healthier food choices may prove longer-term trends within the…

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