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Pladis’ new ventures encompass healthier snacking product launches

June 13, 2018

Though this marks only the second year pladis has exhibited at Sweets & Snacks Expo, it continues to aggressively build on its debut last year with a broad range of “new ventures,” says Brian Blanchard, managing director of pladis americas.

International Cocoa Initiative nearly meets child labor intervention goal halfway through six-year progress period

Organization has helped 188,000; goal is 200,000.

Christian Metzger

June 12, 2018

The International Cocoa Initiative has nearly met its goal of reaching 200,000 children with child protection measures half-way through its six-year strategy.

SmartLabel platform now features 28,000 products

App gives consumers ingredients list, allergen information, other information.

Christian Metzger

June 12, 2018

More than 28,000 products now appear on SmartLabel, an app designed to give consumers more information than what appears on packaging.

Mars Wrigley Confectionery names Andrew Clarke as new global president

Clarke succeeds retiring global president Martin Radvan.

Christian Metzger

June 12, 2018

Andrew Clarke, currently serving as chief marketing and customer officer, will succeed Martin Radvan in September. Radvan is retiring after 32 years with the company.

Fruity, floral flavors to rule summer products, flavor firm says

Synergy Flavors predicts trending flavors in alcoholic beverages, frozen options.

Christian Metzger

June 11, 2018

Wauconda, Ill.-based Synergy Flavors predicts fruity and floral tastes will strike a chord with consumers this summer.

NCA chief John Downs talks future of confectionery industry at CHOCOVISION

Downs says 90 percent of Americans view candy as an important part of their lives.

Christian Metzger

June 8, 2018

John Downs, president and ceo of the National Confectioners Association, spoke about the future of the confectionery industry at the CHOCOVISION conference in Davos, Switzerland, this week.

FCIA appoints Bill Guyton as new executive director

Former director Karen Bryan to pursue creative writing career.

Christian Metzger

June 8, 2018

The Fine Chocolate Industry Association (FCIA) has named former World Cocoa Foundation President Bill Guyton as its new executive director, effective July 1.

Spicy candy sales heating up, says online bulk retailer

Candystore.com sees double-digit growth in sales of Mexican, spicy American candy.

Christian Metzger

June 8, 2018

Spicy candy sales continue to heat up, according to Candystore.com. Data from the online bulk retailer indicate consumers are snapping up spicy and Mexican candies — and manufacturers are following suit.

Barry Callebaut pledges to expand sustainable farming efforts in Ghana, Cote D’Ivoire

Chocolate manufacturer signs letters of intent with cocoa organizations in both countries.

Christian Metzger

June 7, 2018

Swiss cocoa and chocolate products manufacturer Barry Callebaut continues to make strides toward sustainable cocoa farming.

Godiva installs first chief technology officer

IT veteran Phil Crawford joined chocolate brand June 4.

Christian Metzger

June 6, 2018

Godiva has named Phil Crawford its first chief technology officer, effective June 4.

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Pladis’ new ventures encompass healthier snacking product launches

International Cocoa Initiative nearly meets child labor intervention goal halfway through six-year progress period

SmartLabel platform now features 28,000 products

Mars Wrigley Confectionery names Andrew Clarke as new global president

Fruity, floral flavors to rule summer products, flavor firm says

NCA chief John Downs talks future of confectionery industry at CHOCOVISION

FCIA appoints Bill Guyton as new executive director

Spicy candy sales heating up, says online bulk retailer

Barry Callebaut pledges to expand sustainable farming efforts in Ghana, Cote D’Ivoire

Godiva installs first chief technology officer

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