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Daffy Apple changes name to Daffy Farms as it expands caramel candy business

New name accompanies new products, business expansion.

March 19, 2014

“We are now more than apples,” says Phillip Kellogg, president of Daffy Farms. For one thing, after more than 60 years in the business, Daffy Farms’ caramel confections are being requested by more grocery chains, bakeries and foodservice sectors than ever.

Researchers discover exactly why dark chocolate is so good for you

Bacteria in stomach transforms dark chocolate into anti-inflammatory compounds.

Crystal Lindell

March 19, 2014

The health benefits of eating dark chocolate have been extolled for centuries, but the exact reason has remained a mystery — until now, at least according to researchers at Louisiana State University.

Lindt unveils multimillion dollar expansion plan to further major U.S. growth

New product lines to be added for Lindt HELLO, LINDOR single-serve bars, EXCELLENCE individually wrapped dark chocolate diamonds.

Crystal Lindell

March 19, 2014

Premium chocolatier Lindt & Sprungli is planning a multimillion dollar investment to expand manufacturing at the company's Lindt USA headquarters in Stratham, N.H.

Generating some ‘STEAM’: Manufacturing, culinary arts need a boost

There’s a dire need in the U.S. for science-based skills, more in-depth knowledge about food.

Bernie Pacyniak

March 19, 2014

STEM should read STEAM, with the A added for arts, as in culinary arts.

Who should make the world more sustainable?

Poll asks consumers who should bear the most responsibility in making the world more sustainable.

March 18, 2014

Companies, individuals, governments or someone else?

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Interpack showcases Chocotech’s equipment range

Company to highlight 'what's new' at upcoming show.

March 17, 2014

For such a comprehensive company like Chocotech, there's so many new things, it's hard to know where to start.

Snack bar trends: Sweet, segmented, sustenance

Snack bar consumers demand healthier, more functional options.

Valerie King Curtis Vreeland

March 14, 2014

Serving a society that’s increasingly obsessed with ingredients has led the snack bar industry to embrace more healthful, functional products for unique subgroups.

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Hershey’s Kisses reaches $100M in sales in China

Candy becomes first Hershey Co. brand to reach $100M in annual sales outside of North America; achievement reflects company’s international growth strategy

Crystal Lindell

March 12, 2014

As part of it’s growth plan in China, the chocolate company recently introduced Hershey’s Kisses Deluxe Chocolates in the country.

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