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Tony’s Chocolonely, Albert Heijn, Barry Callebaut form partnership for traceable cocoa

Albert Heijn’s Delicata bars to be made with cocoa from Tony Chocolonely’s cooperatives.

November 29, 2018

Dutch confectionery company Tony’s Chocolonely, retailer Albert Heijn and chocolate manufacturer Barry Callebaut have partnered to work toward ending child labor and modern slavery in the chocolate industry.

How inspection systems help candy makers get the most out of production

New product offerings, package formats present challenges that may require upgraded inspection systems.

Robert Rogers

November 28, 2018

The confectionery sector presents multiple quality control challenges to manufacturers, and product inspection systems ensure that only items in perfect condition reach the retail supply chain.

Peterbrooke Chocolatier opens shop in Palm Beach ahead of holiday season

Grand opening marked with free popcorn, chocolate samples for visitors.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

November 27, 2018

Peterbrooke Chocolatier has opened a new specialty retail shop on South Country Road in Palm Beach, Fla., just ahead of the holiday gifting season.

Report: More than half of food gifting occurs during holiday season

Packaged Facts survey reveals almost 30 percent of shoppers buy food gifts for themselves.

November 27, 2018

Market research firm Packaged Facts estimates 54 percent of those who purchased food gifts for others in the last year have done so for Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa.

Bühler North America names Andy Sharpe new president, ceo

Sharpe succeeds René Steiner, who will retire after 50 years with the company.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

November 27, 2018

Andy Sharpe will take the company’s helm Jan. 1. He succeeds René Steiner, who will retire after a 50-year career at Bühler.

tna opens equipment manufacturing facility in Australia

Facility will allow tna to triple its manufacturing capabilities.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

November 20, 2018

Equipment manufacturer tna has opened a new, state-of-the-art facility in Australia to support global demand for its high-performance food packaging solutions.

Ownership of Pearson’s Candy Co. returns to Minnesota

Minneapolis-based Spell Capital Partners acquires company from Connecticut-based Brynwood Partners.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

November 20, 2018

Ownership of St. Paul-based Pearson’s Candy Co. has returned to Minnesota after Minneapolis-based Spell Capital Partners acquired the company from Connecticut’s Brynwood Partners.

Japan's Fuji Oil to acquire Blommer Chocolate Co.

Sale includes Blommer’s five manufacturing facilities.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

November 19, 2018

The Blommer Chocolate Co., will be acquired by Fuji Oil Holding, Inc., a global leader in oil and fat ingredients serving the food industry.

Ontario's Riverside Natural Foods seeks to grow private label, store brands

Company upgrades bar line to Bühler Formpress GP Pressure-less forming system.

Crystal Lindell

November 15, 2018

The company set out to create organic, better-for-you products, such as granola bars.

RCI Fall Regional Conference offers pure diversion in Portland

Conference held Sept. 17-19 at the Hilton Portland Downtown.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

November 15, 2018

With beautiful views and a passion for food, Portland, Ore. served as an ideal backdrop for Retail Confectioners International’s Fall Regional Conference, held Sept. 17-19 at the Hilton Portland Downtown.

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Tony’s Chocolonely, Albert Heijn, Barry Callebaut form partnership for traceable cocoa

How inspection systems help candy makers get the most out of production

Peterbrooke Chocolatier opens shop in Palm Beach ahead of holiday season

Report: More than half of food gifting occurs during holiday season

Bühler North America names Andy Sharpe new president, ceo

tna opens equipment manufacturing facility in Australia

Ownership of Pearson’s Candy Co. returns to Minnesota

Japan's Fuji Oil to acquire Blommer Chocolate Co.

Ontario's Riverside Natural Foods seeks to grow private label, store brands

RCI Fall Regional Conference offers pure diversion in Portland

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