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Research reveals plant-based confectionery trends continue rapid rise

Research reveals plant-based confectionery trends continue rapid rise

Confectionery product series featuring plant-based claims have continued to show a strong surge in growth, according to latest research from Innova Market Insights.

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

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

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 core cocoa and chocolate ranges, and are willing to pay more for them.

The colour of love holds the key for GNT, hailing red as 2021’s major product shade

The colour of love holds the key for GNT, hailing red as 2021’s major product shade

Colouring food specialists GNT has identified red as the key colour trend for 2021, as a shade that has long held a place in many spheres including within cosmetics, beauty, fashion, film and design.

Trend focus: Creating product transparency rises to the top of the agenda

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

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.

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

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

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 sector.

Cargill moves to create its first Asian chocolate production facilities in India

Cargill moves to create its first Asian chocolate production facilities in India

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 first manufacturing site within Asia.

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