Regulatory
Combined industry action on improving farmer pay for the cocoa sector remains crucial for its future
It’s now been a full four years since Mondelēz released its pivotal ‘No Silver Bullets’ study that revealed the sheer scale of the $10 billion income gap that cocoa farmers in West Africa are facing to earn a living income.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Mondelēz confirms major move for plastic recycling for UK Cadbury sharing bars
A key environmental move has been unveiled by Mondelēz International with confirmation of a deal with industry specialists Amcor that will see the major manufacturer’s UK Cadbury sharing bars, manufactured in Bournville and Coolock, wrapped in 80% certified recycled plastic packaging, reports Neill Barston.
Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Food colouring specialists GNT offer up new plant based orange shades
Netherlands-based colouring foods group GNT has confirmed its first paprika emulsion to the plant-based Exberry colour portfolio, enabling manufacturers to achieve clean-label orange shades for applications including confectionery, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Gulfood continues to attract key confectionery businesses, as IPCO unveils latest sector lines
Global equipment group IPCO is among a host of businesses at this year’s Gulfood Manufacturing, with the company showcasing its latest cooling systems, conveyors and belts for the confectionery sector at the key international show, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
Food and Drink Federation offers core advice to manufacturers on reducing allergen incidents
The UK’s Food and Drink Federation (FDF) is helping manufacturers to reduce allergen-related incidents and recalls with the launch of its new guidance, Allergen Recall Prevention.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory
Exclusive video: JJA Snack inspiring next generation confectionery engineers and chocolatiers
Delivering a wide range of equipment solutions for the confectionery, chocolate and snacks sectors has offered plenty of challenges for JJA Pack and its sister business JJA Snack, which is set to undergo notable expansion.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Ingredients group Döhler makes major investment into Nukoko alt-choc business
German-based ingredients group Döhler has made a major strategic investment in support of start-up business Nukoko, which is among pioneers working to develop the first cocoa-free ‘bean-to-bar’ chocolate, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Latest flavour and taste trends set to be showcased by Symrise at Gulfood Manufacturing
As final preparations for this year’s Gulfood Manufacturing take shape, Symrise flavour, nutrition and fragrance group is set to showcase its present series of solutions for the confectionery and wider food sector, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
ProSweets 2025 set to feature revamped zones and themes enhancing visitor experience
The organising team of fast-approaching ProSweets Cologne has set out its vision for a new hall concept for the 2025 edition, focusing on delivering visible segmentation, improved orientation and themes within the event.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Gulfood Manufacturing gears-up for key launches including Tate & Lyle stevia sweeteners
Global ingredients group Tate & Lyle is set to unveil a series of new sweetener and stabiliser solutions at Gulfood Manufacturing that enhance taste, texture and reduced sugar options that have been specifically tailored to the MENA region, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Sylvia Buxton of Perfetti van Melle named among nine Candy Hall of Fame winners
Sylvia Buxton, the North American president of Perfetti Van Melle’s global business has been celebrating after having been named among nine new members inducted to the Candy Hall of Fame, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory
Cepi among equipment businesses preparing to exhibit at the tenth Gulfood Manufacturing
Automation and bulk storage and conveying equipment specialists, Cepi has been confirmed among a wide array of businesses serving the confectionery, snacks and bakery markets at this year’s Gulfood Manufacturing event, as it marks its tenth anniversary, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Nestlé posts downturn in results, despite confectionery sales remaining resilient
Nestlé has released its latest results, with the company’s nine-month figures revealing sales of CHF 67.1 billion, down 2.4% from 68.8 billion for the same period last year, amid a warning from CEO Laurent Freixe that ‘demand would remain soft’ given weakened consumer spending, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Exclusive review: The World Confectionery Conference marks 90th anniversary of Confectionery Production in style
A genuine buzz surrounded this year’s World Confectionery Conference, as the event proved a worthy celebration of our publication’s 90th anniversary, offering a key platform for debating major issues facing the industry. Editor Neill Barston reports
Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability