Kawther Albader

Barry Callebaut introduces lactose-free milk chocolate

Chocolate manufacturer launches new chocolate with low lactose levels

Kawther Albader

May 15, 2012

Lactose-intolerant people now will be able to enjoy the one thing everyone is put on earth to love — milk chocolate.

Blommer increasing sustainability efforts

Largest chocolate supplier in North America to invest $45 million in cocoa sustainability efforts

Kawther Albader

May 10, 2012

Blommer Chocolate Co. is increasing cocoa sustainability efforts, according to an announcement made Wednesday during a media tour at its headquarters plant in downtown Chicago.

Just Born hires Kathleen Parker, promotes Matthew Pye

Candy company names new v.p. of marketing and innovation, new v.p. of trade relations and corporate affairs

Kawther Albader

May 10, 2012

Just Born, Inc. has hired a former Kraft Foods employee to its marketing department, and promoted from within to fill a trade relations and corporate affairs spot.

Ferrero U.S.A. to co-sponsor cycling event in honor of former ceo

Ferrero partnering with New Jersey youth-focused non-profit

Kawther Albader

May 10, 2012

In an effort to honor the memory of one of their own, Ferrero U.S.A. is partnering with a N.J.-based non-profit for the 2012 Tour of Somerville Cycling Series.

Sweets & Snacks Expo

Welcome to the Expo!

Candy Industry's Sweets & Snacks Expo product preview is sure to help you navigate the hoopla with merriment!

Kawther Albader

Crystal Lindell

May 3, 2012

We offer you a magical online directory organized just like the show — by booth number.

Promotion in Motion appoints Rick LaRue as v.p. of international sales

LaRue has worked for Lambertz USA, Goetze’s Candy and the American Chicle Co.

Kawther Albader

May 3, 2012

The Promotion in Motion Companies Inc.’s newest vice president of international sales brings with him more than 25 years of experience in confections and cookies.

‘You’ve gotta have faith’

Brian is working to pave a mass-market base, using a Christian niche with his company, Scripture Candy.

Kawther Albader

May 3, 2012

Alabama-native Brian E. Adkins still remembers the day he received inspiration to start Scripture Candy — sweets wrapped in Bible verses, meant to inspire and guide the purchaser.

New Product

Lily’s Dark Chocolate

Kawther Albader

May 2, 2012

Lily’s Dark chocolate bar is the first Fair Trade certified chocolate bar made with stevia.

tna launches 30th anniversary competition

Packaging specialist celebrates anniversary by giving back

Kawther Albader

May 2, 2012

tna, a global packaging solutions specialist, is celebrating its 30th anniversary — traditionally known as the diamond anniversary — as literally as possible.

Hershey launches GPS program, community center, and new partnership in Ghana

Chocolate company expands sustainable efforts as part of its “Hershey Learn to Grow” program

Kawther Albader

May 2, 2012

For the first time in more than 130 years, Ghanaian cocoa farmers will be able to accurately size their farms as part of a sustainability initiative launched by Hershey.