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News & Analysis on Chocolate, Candy and Biscuits20-Oct-2021
TOP HEADLINES
Cocoa coalition sends reminder to EU to act tough on forthcoming legislation
Both the forthcoming proposals for legislation – on corporate due diligence and on deforestation – can provide the basis for the transformation of the sector, benefiting producer countries and cocoa farmers, it said.... Read more
KitKat pushes Nestlé’s confectionery growth
Nestlé said its confectionery sector recorded high single-digit growth, supported by a strong sales development for KitKat, after the company reported its nine-month sales for 2021, raising full-year organic sales growth guidance.... Read more
GNT Invests $30m in its North American operations
Initial phase of GNT's North American expansion is complete with the commissioning of a new warehouse, company said... Read more
‘Just scratching the surface of our potential’: Clio Snacks appoints new lead amidst record-breaking growth
Clio Snacks – the leading refrigerated bar brand behind the world’s first Greek yoghurt bar wrapped in chocolate – has appointed John McGuckin as its new CEO.... Read more
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EDITOR'S CHOICE
 Barry Callebaut unveils the ‘first nutraceutical fruit drink’
Barry Callebaut’s latest innovation, ‘Elix’, is made from 100% pure cacaofruit and is described by the Group as the ‘first nutraceutical fruit drink’ with proven health benefits.... Listen now
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Become a Sustainability Leader in the Food Industry
Join ADM’s global experts as they share consumer and industry trends on responsible sourcing and sustainability. Learn about the innovative ways in which ADM works across the entire value chain to help create measurable progress on sustainability for their customers. From field to final product, this...
28-Oct-2021
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ON-DEMAND WEBINARS
Overcoming the pH-Related Challenges of Pectin Gummy Formulating and Manufacturing for the VMS and Confectionery Markets
Pectin’s vegan-friendly distinction makes it an excellent gelling agent choice to replace gelatin in gummies, jellies, chews, and similar confections. However, pectin can be a troublesome ingredient for even the most skilled candy line operators. Pectin requires a narrow balance of pH to maintain fluidity...
23-Sep-2021
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What’s Next for Sustainable Agriculture
Across the food and agriculture supply chain, stakeholders are coming together to find new ways to ensure food security, advance sustainable development, address climate change, and safeguard biodiversity. This session will explore how producers, NGOs, governments and more are working together to launch new solutions,...
01-Sep-2021
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Cocoa Sustainability: Selling Ethical Chocolate Online with SDG Impact
Mondelēz on making chocolate fair Cathy Pieters, director of Cocoa Life at Mondelēz International, speaks to Lumina Intelligence Sustainability’s ‘Sustainable Food & Drink Podcast’ about learnings from the chocolate maker's sustainability programme and how it is marketing ethical products. Includes a live Q&A. Impact in Cocoa: How...
12-Sep-2019
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GLOBAL INDUSTRY NEWS
Vitamin D impacts HIV drug intervention, says study
New data suggests that vitamin D is able to affect drug concentrations in different seasons so the efficacy of medicines could be improved by also considering levels of this pro-hormone.... Read more
‘Shock factor’ flavors entice younger generations
Soft drinks flavors with a ‘shock factor’ – for example unique, unusual, and limited time only flavors – are creating a buzz among a younger generation fuelled by FOMO (fear of missing out).... Read more
The forward-thinking projects expected to revolutionise the bakery world
Baking the Future – the world’s first bakery acceleration programme hosted by Europastry – has singled out three revolutionary startups from hundreds of hopefuls, which are expected to change the bakery space.... Read more
Whole Foods reveals top 10 food trends to watch next year
What will be trending in 2022? According to Whole Foods' annual food trends report, consumers are seeking products that contribute to their personal definition of wellbeing, whether it be less-boozy beverages, leafy greens grown locally, or ice cream sandwiches infused with turmeric.... Read more
PREVIOUS HEADLINES
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