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News & Analysis on Chocolate, Candy and Biscuits

28-May-2024

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TOP HEADLINES

Cocoa investors request major chocolate companies pay farmers more

An investor letter issued earlier this month by non-profit Investor Advocates for Social Justice (IASJ) has called out international chocolate companies to end what it described as âexploitative purchasing practices,â mainly in Ghana and CÃ´te dâIvoire.... Read more

Sustainable chewing gum brand Milliways pops the growth bubble

With claims to be the UKâs biggest plastic-free, plant-based chewing gum brand, Milliways outpaced the growth of the chewing gum category by 43 times, according to new IRI data after significant investment in product innovation and a public awareness campaign.... Read more

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The Power of One: A multi-dimensional experience that elevates the enjoyment of gums and jellies

Producing gummies and jellies can be complex as many factors can affect quality and taste. How can partnering with a single equipment manufacturer improve this process?... Read more

Can the whole cocoa pod be utilised when making chocolate?

By developing a chocolate bar using not only the cocoa bean but the pulp and endocarp as well, a new study aims to create a more sustainable form of chocolate.... Read more

What advances is AI making in bakery and snacks?

Hint: The evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) is less to do with glossy marketing campaigns and packaging visuals and more about uncovering the mystery of algorithms and getting a better handle on supply chain data.... Read more

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Chocolate brands cash in on Americaâs largest candy and snack trade show

The 2024 Sweets & Snacks Expo became a launch pad for companies looking to crack the US confectionery market with new products from Colombiaâs Vivamor, Canadaâs Lovo Chocolate, along with reboots of classic brand Godiva and a new partnership deal for Divine Chocolate.... Read more

ON-DEMAND WEBINARS

Is there a crisis in cocoa supply chains?

With the new European Union Deforestation Regulation on the horizon, should the industry adopt a more responsible approach to procurement when sourcing cocoa beans and other ingredients? Our latest webinar follows the highly successful and informative webinar on the EUDR legislation broadcast in January. Invited...

23-May-2024

Sweet Solutions: Exploring the Future of Sugar Reduction

Eager to reduce the sugar in your products by up to 50%? Don't miss out on an engaging discussion with Dr. David Tsivion, CO-CEO & CTO, IncredoÂ®, a global food-tech powerhouse and the creators of IncredoÂ® Sugar, and Melissa Tisoncik, R&D Vice President, Blommer Chocolate, the...

27-Mar-2024

GLOBAL INDUSTRY NEWS

Ashwagandha concerns branded pure âhorse s**tâ: On-trend herb thrives despite authority unease

While ashwagandha investment and innovation is surging, some European authorities are showing signs of safety concern, leading industry experts to criticize a spread of "complete misinformation" across the continent.... Read more

Plant-Based 3.0 webinar: Tune in May 29 to discover what consumers want from meat alternatives, how to deliver on their taste, texture, appearance & nutrition demands

Nearly two-thirds of Americans are willing to swap meat for plant-based alternatives, and more than half have tried an alternative protein â but of those that have tried, nearly a quarter have not done so a second time, according to research cited by sponsors of FoodNavigator-USAâs free webinar May 29 at 11:30 CT, Plant-Based 3.0 Emerging from the trough of disillusionment.... Read more

What's hitting the shelves? New beverage launches: from non-alcoholic aperitifs to coconut rum

Katy Perry and Snoop Dogg are launching new beverages this month: as are plenty of beverage brands. We take a look at some of the latest products launching around the globe.... Read more

Nutri-Score for animal welfare? Food agency proposes A-E labelling

A five-level classification labelling system for animal welfare is being proposed in France.... Read more

Can hot weather stop the spread of bird flu in US dairy cattle?

As a second US farmworker is diagnosed with influenza A, questions about transmissibility and preparedness mount. But thereâs hope that a spell of hot weather may slow the spread.... Read more

NutraCast: New History on appealing to the urban athlete

Lifestyle and nutrition company New History is on a mission to close the nutrition gap in inner city communities through high quality sports nutrition supplements.... Listen now

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