Alyse Thompson-Richards

The Hershey Co. has joined the ranks of major cocoa and chocolate companies prohibiting new deforestation in its global cocoa supply chain, with the goal of stopping ongoing deforestation and protecting forests in cocoa-growing regions

Lindt & Sprüngli Schweiz AG has announced plans to invest more than CHF 30 million ($32.25 million) in expanding and increasing the capacity of its production facility in Olten, Switzerland, this year.

Esthechoc, dark chocolate designed to slow the aging process, has been endorsed by Jennifer Berman, a urologist, sexual health expert and author appearing on the television show “The Doctors.”

January is quickly drawing to a close, but that doesn’t mean it’s too late to look at a few trends that are expected to shape consumer behavior this year.

The 48th edition of ISM, the world’s largest trade fair for sweets and snacks, will kick off in Cologne, Germany, on Jan. 28.

Each year the Good Food Foundation hosts the Good Food Awards, which recognize exceptional food and drink crafters who push the envelope in craftsmanship and sustainability.