Pick & Mix: Hazelnut child labor, Mondelez MD, Callebaut and Olam sustainability awards
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The Association of Chocolate, Biscuit and Confectionery Industries of Europe (Caobisco) has signed a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) agreement to contribute to elminiating the worst forms of child labor in hazelnut growing in Turkey. Caobsico member Ferrero is one of the world’s largest hazelnut users.
Kraft Foods snacks spin-off Mondelez International has appointed a new managing director for Denmark. Sara Nordsten Ahnve, who has been working for the firm since 1999, comes from a position as Nordic Head of logistics and customer service to replace Anders Kjekstad, who is taking up another role at the company.
Barry Callebaut and Olam have been recognized by Rainforest Alliance for their cocoa sustainability efforts. Both bagged ‘Sustainable Standard-Setter’ awards at the Rainforest Alliance 2013 Annual Gala on May 15, 2013 in New York.
