Nestlé chairman Paul Bulcke resigns amid CEO scandal
Nestlé fast-tracks leadership change following investor pressure
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Unilever appoints new CFO
Unilever has named Srinivas Phatak as its new CFO, following a global search
Nestlé investors demand early exit of chairman Paul Bulcke amid CEO scandal
Investors want chairman Paul Bulcke out now. With trust shaken and shares slipping, pressure mounts for Pablo Isla to take the reins early
Unilever, Mars, Ferrero & Kraft Heinz: A story of spin-offs, splits, mergers & acquisitions
From Kraft Heinz’s split to Mars and Kellanova’s mega-merger, the world’s biggest food brands are reshaping the industry
Keto’s collapse: The end of a diet era
Once a weight-loss juggernaut, the high-fat, low-carb keto diet is losing consumer interest
NCA Awards: Nominations open
The National Confectioners Association is now accepting nominations for its 2026 industry awards, celebrating excellence across retail, leadership, and sales
Ben & Jerry’s has been ‘silenced’ by Unilever - and wants a divorce
As Unilever prepares to spin off its ice cream business, one of its biggest brands wants out
Nestlé investor trust shaken following CEO scandal
Nestlé’s CEO scandal has rattled investors, triggering a share price dip and raising fresh concerns over leadership stability at the food giant
How do GLP-1 drugs impact gut health?
As GLP-1 weight loss drugs skyrocket in popularity, their impact on gut health is raising questions
Mars-Kellanova: Merger update
Is the clock still stopped on the $35.9bn deal?
Sustainability September
Food industry must act now to avoid climate disaster
Extreme weather is devastating crops and driving up food prices. Can innovation save global food security?
Nestlé’s CFO Anna Manz: “We didn’t expect to find ourselves here”
The CFO spoke out on why Freixe was let go – and why Philipp Navratil was picked for the CEO job
Top food and beverage disruptions in 2025
From labour shortages to climate chaos, the food and beverage industry is fighting fires on all fronts
Suntory reacts as CEO quits amid drug investigation
The shocking resignation of Japanese food and beverage giant Suntory’s CEO has sent shockwaves through the industry
Nestlé burns through two CEOs in two years – how did we get here?
It’s not unheard of, but Nestlé being on its third CEO in two years is an anomaly. Here are the circumstances leading up to the appointment of new CEO Philipp Navratil
Kraft Heinz split confirmed
The food giant will split into two focused companies - one global, one domestic - in a bid to simplify operations and unlock brand potential
Nestlé’s CEO scandal: What now?
Laurent Freixe has been dismissed over conduct violation - here’s everything you need to know
Nestlé appoints new CEO
Philipp Navratil gets top job as Laurent Freixe dismissed
Kraft Heinz split announcement expected within days
A major split could be announced this week, reshaping the food giant and unlocking billions in value
How regulators are shaping the future of novel foods
From cell-cultivated meat to precision-fermented dairy, regulators are stepping up to support innovation
How brands are reformulating for healthy indulgence
Confectionery is getting a makeover, and it’s happening fast. Discover how brands are reformulating for healthy indulgence in our free webinar on 23 September 2025
Do consumers really want less sugar? The sweet debate unwrapped
As sugar reduction reshapes sweets and snacks, are brands keeping pace with what consumers want?
Magnum CEO appointed: Who is Peter ter Kulve?
Unilever has appointed a new CEO for its demerged ice-cream business
Almond yields could be lower than predicted
The USDA predicts an abundant almond crop for California. Growers say the number is too optimistic
Hershey warns tariffs and higher cocoa costs will take a toll in back half of 2025
The sweets and snacks giant trimmed its outlook for the full year despite surging second quarter sales as it braces for the full impact of potential tariffs and higher cocoa costs
What every food and drink brand must know about AI and innovation
AI can speed up your pipeline – but it won’t tell you why everyone still picks chocolate. Here’s how to innovate without losing your edge
Latest Nestlé news
Up to the minute updates from the Swiss food and beverage giant
Resilience, sustainability, collaboration: The WCF’s recipe for solving the cocoa crisis
As the World Cocoa Foundation prepares to gather the globe’s cocoa leaders in Brazil, President Chris Vincent shares the organisation’s priorities
The anatomy of a chocolate comeback
According to its latest financial figures, Montezuma’s Chocolates is back in profit, suggesting that the cocoa crisis might be easing for some
Has gum lost its chew?
NGOs and grassroots organisations deliver an open letter to the UK government, calling for a ban on plastic chewing gum
Kraft Heinz and Mondelēz International among companies targeted by UPF lawsuit
A US lawsuit alleges major food companies engineer UPFs to make them as addictive as possible to consumers, especially children.
Does new study pave the way for cocoa’s future as a functional food?
Researchers have found that cocoa flavanols can counteract the adverse effects of high-fat meals and stress
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Farmers building climate resilience face $151 billion financing gap
Agriculture service provider One Acre Fund estimates smallholder farmers need this multi-billion sum to develop long-term resilience for themselves and the environment during the climate crisis.
Pursuing critical sustainable food production at COP16
How one Colombian chocolate ingredient company is backing purpose-driven chocolate and conversations at the 2024 United Nations event.
EUDR delay: Deforestation progress on hold
Chocolate leader Tony’s Chocolonely raises concerns about the European Commission’s decision to postpone the EUDR implementation date by 12 months.
Tony’s Chocolonely and The Washington Post spotlight cocoa injustices
Tony’s Chocolonely partners with The Washington Post to spark dialogue and raise awareness about exploitation in the cocoa industry in a unique attempt to rewrite the sector's negative narrative.
Pricing fears grow ahead of Halloween
Cocoa and sugar prices are reported to have reached frightening highs, with alarming price rallies predicted.
Hershey leans into value, flavor with Kit Kat, Reese's, Jolly Ranchers
The multinational candy maker aligns with shoppers’ interest in value-oriented products reflected through its Reese’s and Kit Kat brands, while Jolly Ranchers' brand refresh features new textures and formats.
Beauty meets confectionery: A growing trend in functional wellness
Discover how beauty-enhancing ingredients like collagen and biotin are changing the confectionery industry with delicious, functional treats.
CAOBISCO calls for urgent EUDR update, the EC responds
Days after Europe’s chocolate, biscuit and confectionery organisation asks for immediate guidance on the upcoming European Union’s Deforestation Regulation, the European Commission releases its proposal to push back its implementation date.
Feastables joins Tony’s Open Chain
US social media-savvy brand Feastables collaborates with Tony Chocolonely’s Open Chain to develop a new benchmark in the cocoa industry.
Do GLP-1s signal a worrying time for confectioners?
Formulating to support consumers and the sector.
Has the world’s first 'super candy' arrived?
Protein candy aims to revolutionize confectionery with high-protein treats
Mondelēz hints cocoa cost positivity as it hikes product prices
Mondelēz International bosses have cautiously signalled further cocoa pricing stability while at the same time the sweets and snacks giant prepares to push higher prices across its products.
A new European Parliament is here: What policies do confectioners want to see?
Industry association CAOBISCO shares its five-year policy manifesto. Here's what's on the agenda
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NCSA names John Brooks Jr 2024 Kettle Awards recipient
Brooks was recognized during the 77th Kettle Awards presentation at the Eiteljorg Museum in Indianapolis.
Sweets & Snacks Expo 2024
Sweets & Snacks Expo prepares for new Indy experience
The annual Sweets & Snacks Expo convenes thousands of confectionery and snack industry professionals and hundreds of chocolate and candy companies for the largest trade event in North America. After 25 years in Chicago, it is moving on to a new home in...
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NCSA names 2024 Candy Hall of fame inductees
The National Confectionery Sales Association (NCSA), which is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year, has named its 2024 Candy Hall of Fame inductees. They will be honoured in a ceremony on October 26 in Orlando, Florida.
SOTIC 2024
Michael Rosenberg and PIM Brands named NCA 2024 Advocate of the Year
For the first time in its history, NCA’s Advocate of the Year award was simultaneously presented to an individual and an NCA member company.