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European consumers increasingly seeking sustainable products, Cargill finds

Survey finds 70 percent of European consumers factor sustainability into purchase decisions.

December 14, 2020

European consumers look for products with sustainability credentials and are willing to pay more for brands that invest in environmental or social initiatives that align with their beliefs, new research from Cargill reveals.

Consumers seek immunity-boosting foods in light of COVID-19 pandemic

Innova Market Insights includes immune health in Top Trends for 2021.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

December 9, 2020

Innova Market Insights says health and immunity will remain “top of mind” for consumers as concerns over COVID-19 extend into next year.

Hershey establishes Thurgood Marshall College Fund endowment for food science students

Company donates $1.5 million to start; goal to increase endowment to $3 million.

December 8, 2020

The Hershey Co. says it will invest $1.5 million in the Thurgood Marshall College Fund to establish a scholarship endowment, with the goal to increase that to $3 million over the next decade.

Läderach expands in U.S. with flagship store in NYC

Swiss chocolatier also expected to open a store in D.C. next year.

December 8, 2020

Swiss chocolatier Läderach is opening a flagship store in New York City, its 100th store across the world.

PMCA highlights virtual education offerings

Organization offers Virtual Confectionery Learning Series, podcasts.

December 7, 2020

As a leading source for training and education, PMCA continues to serve the confectionery and snack industry with new virtual offerings.

Bouchée Confections opens store in Reno

Company focuses on single-origin chocolates, flavor pairings.

December 7, 2020

Bouchée Confections, maker of handcrafted single-origin chocolates and confections, has opened a new shop in Reno, Nevada.

Promotion In Motion marks 40 years with donation of 4M fruit snack pouches

Company has expanded, introduced several innovations over the last four decades.

December 7, 2020

The Promotion In Motion Companies Inc. is celebrating 40 years with a look back on its achievements and a donation of 4 million pouches of its Welch's Fruit Snacks to food banks across the United States.

FMCG Gurus predicts top food and beverage trends for 2021

Concerns over health, sustainability to continue to impact consumer behavior.

Will Cowling

December 7, 2020

FMCG Gurus introduces its Top Ten Trends for 2021, highlighting the key needs and wants of consumers over the next 12 months and what brands can do to capitalize on them.