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Retail analysis shows notable rise in Halloween confectionery spending
Analysis by retail data experts Reapp has revealed a significant shift in Halloween confectionery spending this year, with four major British supermarkets seeing a £3 million increase in yearly sales in the buildup to Halloween.
Royal Society for Public Health joins dozens of organisation calling for government backing on healthy products
A collective of 35 health organisations and children’s advocacy groups have written to the UK’s recently appointed Chancellor, Rachel Reeves and Social Care Secretary, Wes Streeting, urging them to focus on promoting healthier option food ranges, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Cargill reveals progress on delivering against sustainability and supply chain goals
Cargill has released its latest impact report for 2024, noting key milestones for its community engagement, environmental policies and and operating progress, such as investing $100 million into sustainability projects including support for the cocoa sector, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Barry Callebaut adds to the chorus of industry calling for EUDR regulations to be delivered urgently
Global chocolate and cocoa business Barry Callebaut has joined an array of businesses that have called upon the EU to set about its much-anticipated EUDR environmental legislation, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Berry Global’s ice cream packaging proves an international hit
An innovative design from Berry Global for Norwegian ice cream manufacturer Diplom-Is’s Royal brand has won the International Ice Cream Consortium (IlCC) award for best packaging solution.
Mixel delivers key equipment lines for Ivory Coast chocolate processor
Global chocolate mixing equipment business Mixel has reported success with installing new lines at a site in Ivory Coast, and achieving a reported 70 per cent energy reduction in manufacturing processes, writes Neill Barston.
Have a high-octane break with KitKat’s new Formula 1 deal
As race contenders hit the starting grid, Nestlé is aiming to be at the front of the pack as it signs a major deal for KitKat to become the official chocolate bar of Formula 1, reports Neill Barston.
Fairtrade calls on EU to reject bid from Europe’s EPP party to delay EUDR
Fairtrade International has made a direct environmental plea to the EU Commission, calling for it to reject a late amendment from the European People’s Party, which is seeking a two-year delay to landmark EUDR environmental laws, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Hotel Chocolat moves to expand premium St Lucian cacao chocolate series
A distinctive new six-strong series of chocolate batons, bars and drinks from Hotel Chocolat premium confectionery brand has been launched using St Lucian cacao from its own farming estate, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Confectionery Production extends media partnership with ISM and ProSweets
With the major global events fast approaching, ISM Cologne and ProSweets has confirmed it has re-signed a longstanding media partnership with Confectionery Production magazine, reports Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Hershey moves to bolster its confectionery portfolio with Sour Strips acquisition
The US-based Hershey Company has delivered a fresh strategic acquisition of Sour Strips, a fast-growing sour candy brand known for its social media presence, writes Neill Barston.
Mars unveils latest insights-driven Snickers and M&M’s treats
An innovative series of insights-based product releases have been unveiled by Mars Wrigley, including new Snickers Pecan bars, M&M’s Peanut and Jelly, and Skittles Pop’d, offering a key twist on classic ranges, writes Neill Barston.
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Tanis Confectionery celebrates with Automation of the Decade Award at Gulfood Manufacturing
The Tanis Confectionery equipment group is in celebratory mood after gaining the Automation Innovation of the Decade Award at this year’s Gulfood Manufacturing, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Tate & Lyle group posts encouraging six-month performance following Gulfood Manufacturing
The Tate & Lyle ingredients group has offered a six-month trading statement that revealed an encouraging picture for the business, posting net profits up 11% to £122 million, though overall revenues for the period were down 7% to £775 amid challenging market conditions, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability