Kraft, Nestlé, Mars, Ferrero are among nine companies planning to donate more than €15 million ($19.4 million) toward cocoa sustainability projects. Specifically, money raised from the participating companies - which
Flavorchem Corp., a leader in flavor and color production, has acquired Marnap Industries of Buffalo, N.Y., the company says. “The acquisition expands our product offerings in key categories including confection,
In an effort to expand into the Mexican market, Barry Callebaut AG has signed a new long-term supply agreement with the Mexican baking company Grupo Bimbo SAB de CV. Grupo
Louisiana Sugar Refining, LLC (LSR) has had a shift in ownership. Cargill and Sugar Growers and Refiners, Inc., (SUGAR) each have a 50% interest in the million-ton-per-year sugar refinery, after
Confectioners, bakers and pastry chefs now have one more option for sourcing Fairtrade chocolates. Callebaut Finest Belgian Chocolate has launched Fairtrade certified versions of its chocolate. Specifically, the company will
You’ll likely start to notice a lot more salty caramel treats next year, at least according to Bell Flavors and Fragrances. The company announced it’s annual Top 10 Flavor and
Olam International Limited and Rainforest Alliance have teamed up to produce the world’s first “climate-friendly cocoa” in Ghana as part of their ongoing collaboration. This $1-million project has been launched
Doctors may soon turn to the spice rack in an attempt to curb diabetes. New research shows that cinnamon or cinnamon extract can lower blood glucose in people with Type
Nestlé plans to work with the Fair Labor Association (FLA) to investigate whether children are working on the cocoa farms that supply its factories. Photo provided by Nestlé. Nestlé soon
The inability of the Congressional Super Committee to reach a deficit-reduction deal had a silver lining for those who keep a careful eye on sugar prices. Nicholas A. Pyle, with
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