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… Read more
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… Read more
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… Read more
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. Read more
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… Read more
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… Read more
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. Read more
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… Read more
Cargill moves to create its first Asian chocolate production facilities in India 24 June 2020 Cargill has confirmed a deal with a local chocolate manufacturer in Western India, as it responds to market growth in the region through creating its… Read more
Key trends: Delivering on sustainability messaging offers key to packaging success 24 June 2020 Clearly and successfully communicating sustainability credentials to consumers is key to developments across food and drink sector packaging, including for confectionery and bakery ranges. This… Read more
Cargill strengthens gourmet chocolate production in Belgium with €3.5 million investment 19 June 2020 Cargill's investment in its Kalmthout site adds a fifth gourmet production line and new chocolate tanks within the existing facility. Read more
Ferrero’s Aldo Cristiano elected as Caobisco trade association president 16 June 2020 Aldo Cristiano, of Ferrero, has been elected as the president of Caobisco, the European chocolate, biscuits and confectionery association, for a term of two years. Read more
International Cocoa Initiative report highlights need for urgent joint action 12 June 2020 The International Cocoa Initiative (ICI) is marking World Day Against Child Labour today (12 June), in releasing its 2019 annual report highlighting progress made and… Read more
Cargill’s target to eliminate deforestation from its palm oil supplies remains on track 9 June 2020 A key environmental target is in sight for Cargill, with plans to track and eliminate deforestation within all its commercial palm concessions in its third-party… Read more
Fairtrade report claims key progress on training West African cocoa farmers 5 June 2020 A series of schemes from Fairtrade International designed to assist cocoa farmers in Ghana and Ivory Coast has made notable gains in improving conditions for… Read more