German startup Savanna Ingredients has begun producing initial quantities of allulose with the goal of producing the virtually calorie-free sugar on a larger scale.
A group of stakeholders led by the National Confectioners Association and the Sweetener Users Association has formed the Alliance for Fair Sugar Policy with the goal of pushing Congress to modernize the U.S. sugar program.
"Nowadays, consumers want to enjoy food without feeling guilty and without compromising on taste," says Bas Smit, global and EMEA marketing director, Barry Callebaut.
Created by Melissa Evans, a mother of four, these USDA-certified organic lollipops contain pectin and honey, which are meant to help soothe sore throats.
Not many confectionery companies have their grand opening attended by the Duke of York. However, U.K.-based Champion & Reeves isn’t just any sweets supplier. Thus, earlier this year, on March 17, Prince Andrew, Queen Elizabeth’s second son, paid a visit to the fledgling manufacturers of nougat, butterscotch and cream toffees.