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How Syntegon helped Ritter Sport create paper packaging

The chocolate company’s new paper pouches are made on machines that gently handle paper, allow for flexibility, and offer stability at high speeds.

May 17, 2021

The chocolate company’s new paper pouches are made on machines that not only gently handle paper, but also allow for flexibility, and offer stability at high speeds.

Stuffed Puffs introduces first national TV ad campaign

Company partners with Marshmello on summer ad spots.

May 17, 2021

Stuffed Puffs is launching its first integrated national TV ad campaign, "Fluffing Delicious,” set to run across broadcast, digital and social channels throughout the 2021 summer season.

New app brings Kinder Joy toys to life through AR

Kinder brand created app in partnership with Gameloft.

May 17, 2021

Developed with Gameloft, and with educational guidance from Oxford University, Applaydu is filled with games, stories, and opportunities for creativity and exploration.

Lindell column: Conferences should continue virtual event access after COVID-19

As events move in-person, Editor Crystal Lindell asks organizers to keep virtual offerings for participants.

Crystal Lindell

May 12, 2021

"To be clear, I’m not asking that we hold events with only virtual options — I’m just asking that we don’t hold any with only in-person options," Lindell writes.

Luker Chocolate nonprofit earns recognition for supporting cocoa farmers

Luker Foundation works with The Cacao Effect alliance.

May 12, 2021

Luker Chocolate’s affiliate nonprofit, Luker Foundation, has received a Transformadores Award from RedEAmérica for its work supporting cocoa farmers and their communities via The Cacao Effect alliance.

U.S. private investment firm Bain Capital to acquire Valeo Foods

Irish company created by CapVest in 2010.

May 12, 2021

Headquartered in Dublin, Valeo Foods operates across Europe with a portfolio of brands that includes Jacobs, Fox’s Glaciers, Rowse, Kettle, Odlums, Barratt, and Balconi.

pladis considers closing Scottish biscuit factory

More than 460 jobs would be affected by the closure.

May 12, 2021

Global snacking company pladis is considering closing its biscuit factory in Tollcross, Glasgow, Scotland, a move that would affect 468 jobs.

Blommer partners with One Tree Planted on reforestation initiative

Chocolate producer will plant one tree per 2,000 lbs. of milk chocolate sold.

May 12, 2021

Blommer Chocolate Co. is partnering with One Tree Planted, a global reforestation nonprofit, to plant one tree per 2,000 lbs. of milk chocolate sold.

Flavorchem reveals Top 5 chocolate candy trends

Consumers are turning to chocolate for comfort, celebration, and multi-sensory experiences.

Crystal Lindell

May 10, 2021

Consumers are turning to chocolate for comfort, celebration, multi-sensory experiences, and more.

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Cargill acquires Belgium-based Leman Decoration Group

Cargill hopes the move will help it better serve gourmet customers in Europe.

Crystal Lindell

May 10, 2021

The acquisition significantly broadens Cargill’s offerings in the decorations space, enabling the company’s cocoa and chocolate business to better serve gourmet customers in Europe and around the world.

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