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Exclusive: Drawing together global talents for our key World Confectionery Conference 2026

As our 2026 edition of the World Confectionery Conference in London draws ever-closer in London, editor Neill Barston explores its…

posted 26 August, 2026 | By Neill Barston

Studies reveal one in four cocoa audits in Ivory Coast feature manipulated data

posted 26 August, 2026 | By Neill Barston

Treacherous Traitors become confectionery stars with chocolate series

posted 26 August, 2026

Exclusive: VDMA warns of urgent need for SME engineering company support

posted 26 August, 2026 | By Neill Barston

Key rebranding for ISM’s core Cologne show marks major new chapter

posted 25 August, 2026 | By Neill Barston

India’s Haldiram’s extends traditional sweets series

posted 25 August, 2026

Hershey forges partnership with the Nitro Bar, entering coffee crossover market

posted 25 August, 2026 | By Neill Barston

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Exclusive: Bartek set for more ‘Malic mania’ at the World Confectionery Conference

posted 22 August, 2026 | By Neill Barston

Exclusive: Cargill’s UK cocoa processing thrives amid growing demand

posted 19 August, 2026 | By Neill Barston

Ferrero expands into better-for-you markets with Purely Elizabeth acquisition

posted 17 August, 2026 | By Neill Barston

Behind the scenes: Cargill’s York cocoa processing

posted 22 August, 2026

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Exclusive: Cordillera Chocolate focus

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Sweetdreams/ZRO Group evolution: World Confectionery Conference

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India’s Haldiram’s extends traditional sweets series

posted 25 August, 2026

Hershey forges partnership with the Nitro Bar, entering coffee crossover market

posted 25 August, 2026 | By Neill Barston

Collapse of US and Canada tariff talks prompts key regional market concerns

posted 24 August, 2026 | By Neill Barston

Hotel Chocolat revives drinking chocolate pouches after consumer demand

posted 24 August, 2026 | By Neill Barston

Expansion for ADM’s Kentucky US natural colours site

posted 24 August, 2026

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Momentum continues for World Confectionery Conference registrations

posted 19 August, 2026 | By Neill Barston

Independent confectionery retailers deserve support amid mounting challenges

posted 15 August, 2026 | By Neill Barston

World Confectionery Awards entries impress judges for our upcoming 2026 edition

posted 5 August, 2026 | By Neill Barston

Glazing and coating systems continue market evolution around the globe

posted 23 August, 2026 | By Daisy Phillipson

Exclusive: Exploring ZRO Group’s grand sustainable manufacturing vision

posted 22 August, 2026 | By Neill Barston

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