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      <video:description><![CDATA[To meet demands of customers increasingly looking for low sugar and clean label products, cocoa companies are meeting the trend for darker chocolate flavours using natural ingredients. Charlene Zhu, head of ingredient development and innovation for Olam Cocoa in Asia, talks us through some of the benefits of TrueDark Cocoa, and explains why it is also becoming popular in the APAC region.]]></video:description>
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      <video:description><![CDATA[Extensive research carried out by the Barry Callebaut group into consumer responses around the coronavirus pandemic has revealed new implications and opportunities for the confectionery market. In an exclusive video interview, Bas Smit, Global Vice President Marketing of Barry Callebaut, talks us through the findings.]]></video:description>
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    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2018/11/09/Bahia-notebook-How-cocoa-was-given-a-new-lease-of-life-using-old-methods-video/</loc>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[Video: Fannie May kicks off summer season with pecan-filled Pixies milk chocolate ]]></video:title>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[‘Don’t ditch the plastic just yet’]]></video:title>
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    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2018/02/15/Valentine-s-Day-is-our-number-one-season-says-Russell-Stover/</loc>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[‘Valentine’s Day is our number one season’ says Russell Stover]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Premium chocolate manufacturer Russell Stover stepped out on the chilly Valentine’s morning in Chicago, giving away over 5,000 heart-shaped boxes of chocolate.]]></video:description>
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    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2018/02/05/tna-to-reconfigure-its-machinery-to-expand-into-confectionery/</loc>
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      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[tna to reconfigure its machinery to expand into confectionery, bakery and frozen foods]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[NID, acquired by tna, took to the spotlight at ProSweets 2018 last week (January 28-31) with the announcement that it has undertaken a number of developments and upgrades to its machinery.]]></video:description>
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    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:46:05.255Z</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2018/02/02/Schubert-demonstrates-its-3D-vision-system-for-Pick-Place-packaging/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Schubert demonstrates its 3D vision system for Pick & Place packaging]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Schubert demonstrated its 3D vision system for sandwich biscuits and cookies at ProSweets 2018 (January 27-30) in Cologne, Germany this week.]]></video:description>
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      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Processing &amp; packaging</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:46:03.048Z</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2018/02/01/Wacker-debuts-chewing-gum-mold-for-changing-shapes/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Wacker debuts chewing gum mold for changing shapes ]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Wacker debuted its process for depositing sugar-free chewing gum, at ProSweets Cologne 2018 this week, where gum can be molded into different shapes, similar to gummy bears.]]></video:description>
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      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Processing &amp; packaging</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:45:53.187Z</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/12/20/Fair-trade-How-effective-is-cocoa-certification/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Fair game: How effective is cocoa certification?]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Sourcing to fair trade standards, such as UTZ, Rainforest Alliance and Fairtrade, is an important first step for chocolate makers towards cocoa sustainability, but will not necessarily bring farmers out of extreme poverty, say supply chain actors.]]></video:description>
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      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Commodities</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:45:49.417Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/11/09/Chocolate-trends-Atypical-flavors-free-from-and-health-are-hot-tickets/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Chocolate trends: Atypical flavors, free from and health are hot tickets]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Like high street fashion, trends in chocolate are constantly evolving with each new season bringing in new packaging, shapes, colors and flavors.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/V5sXOKlJ]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Retail &amp; shopper insights</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:45:01.784Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/10/25/Divine-Chocolate-NPD-focused-on-high-cocoa-trends/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Divine Chocolate NPD focused on ‘high cocoa trends’]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Social enterprise Divine Chocolate is pushing NPD innovation to capitalize on the growing higher cocoa trend evident in the popularity of its 85% chocolate bar.]]></video:description>
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      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Manufacturers</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:45:03.825Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/07/13/Cargill-to-launch-new-stevia-sweetener-for-chocolate-and-candy/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Cargill to launch new stevia sweetener for chocolate and candy]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Cargill will launch EverSweet, a new stevia product that combines Reb M and Reb D, for US confectionery makers in 2018.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/dWBcyHHe]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Ingredients</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:44:06.321Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/07/06/Steviana-offers-candy-firms-bitter-free-stevia-claims-developer/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Steviana offers bitterness-free stevia for US candy and chocolate firms, claims developer]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Steviana Bioscience says its stevia extract produced through a patented technology contains no bitter aftertaste. ]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/pD8HEssL]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Ingredients</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:44:06.905Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/05/17/Bosch-Packaging-Technology-biscuits-Interpack/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Bosch: Biscuit makers face production challenges in portion control packs]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Flexible packaging, sufficient product protection, gentle packaging processes for crackers and cookies, are just some of the concerns manufacturers face, according to Bosch Packaging Technology.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/5NYlUd5q]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Processing &amp; packaging</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:43:32.034Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/05/16/GEA-Aquarius-BunchWrapper-wrapping-machine/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[GEA sees rise in label-on-stick lollipops]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[GEA showcased its Aquarius BunchWrapper wrapping machine at Interpack which is fitted with labelers for placing labels inside a wrapping film and on a stick.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/hn3Q1mH8]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Processing &amp; packaging</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:43:49.379Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/05/15/GEA-debuts-Comas-and-Imaforni-processing-lines/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[GEA debuts Comas and Imaforni processing lines]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[GEA debuted its Comas cupcake production line and Imaforni multi-zone tunnel oven for crackers, cakes, pies, biscuits and cookie manufacturing at Interpack.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/ItZXc7A0]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Processing &amp; packaging</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:43:49.17Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/05/11/Treofanphthalate-free-packaging-and-mineral-oil-barriers/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Treofan turns to phthalate-free packaging films and mineral oil barriers]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Treofan has started to offer its customers phthalate-free packaging films on request using phthalate-free base polymers in the extrusion process.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/2nt8ehHS]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Processing &amp; packaging</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:43:29.9Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/04/06/Popping-confection-SoundyCandy-goes-sugarfree/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Popping confection SoundyCandy goes sugarfree]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Turkish startup Toller Gida has collaborated with ingredients supplier Beneo for a sugar-free version of its hard-boiled sweet SoundyCandy.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/Cjm47jiy]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Ingredients</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:43:09.507Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/03/27/Liteez-meringue-kisses-hold-reduced-sugar-chocolate-potential/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA['Nextgen sweetener': Meringue kisses hold reduced sugar chocolate potential]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Lampados International will launch a non-dissolvable version of its sugar-free meringue kisses as inclusions in chocolate bars and cookies.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/2FhLdDZc]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Ingredients</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:43:19.423Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/03/15/Katjes-CFO-Sugar-confectionery-consumption-in-Europe-has-peaked/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Katjes International CFO: Sugar confectionery consumption in Europe may have reached its limits]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Sugar confectionery consumption in Europe may have peaked, but a spike in Germany’s birthrate signals hope for the future, says Katjes International’s CFO.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/c8ZgUEOx]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Markets</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:42:41.629Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/03/09/E-commerce-the-ticket-to-Millennial-candy-and-snack-sales/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[E-commerce the ticket to Millennial candy and snack sales: Analysts]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Confectionery and snack companies should up the focus on e-commerce sales in 2017, even though the online channel represents 1% of overall CPG sales volumes, say analysts at IRI and Barkley.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/VoDuw5Qd]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Retail &amp; shopper insights</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:42:40.526Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/03/02/Intelligent-packaging-hasn-t-been-successful-worldwide/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Intelligent packaging hasn’t been successful in its worldwide adoption]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[For the most part active intelligent packaging hasn’t been that successful yet and a lot of companies have done ‘bits and pieces’ but they haven’t spent enough time asking themselves why they are doing it.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/3B4tUlzF]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Smart technology</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:42:32.746Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/02/21/Warping-taste-to-cut-sugar-will-kill-chocolate-sector-Barry-Callebaut/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Sacrificing taste for sugar reduction will ‘kill our category’: Barry Callebaut innovation chief]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Barry Callebaut’s head of innovation expects the chocolate industry will opt for natural fibers to gradually cut sugar and calories, but says uptake for sugar reduction remains low.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/NRjsiPOn]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Health &amp; functionality</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:42:28.433Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/02/10/Confectionery-e-commerce-strategies-shouldn-t-be-put-on-hold/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[E-tail-volution: Why confectionery e-commerce strategies shouldn’t be put on hold]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Confectioners need to act fast in developing e-commerce strategies because even though online retail remains a small channel, it is rapidly evolving.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/oo1yzSgG]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Mars</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:42:17.97Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/02/08/Elephant-shaped-gum-Wacker-highlights-3D-printer-capabilities/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Elephant-shaped gum: Wacker highlights 3D printer capabilities]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Wacker has demonstrated the personalized shapes it can produce for candy, which turns into chewing gum, on its 3D printer at ProSweets 2017.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/7MN5I8hU]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Candy</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:42:09.138Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/02/06/Doehler-Cactus-Pear-Kiwi-functional-gummies/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Döhler Cactus Pear-Kiwi functional gummie equivalent to one-and-a-half cups of espresso]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Döhler has launched a range of gummies and jellies based on 100% ingredients from fruit such as pectin from apple, juice concentrate, and fruit sugars instead of sucrose or glucose syrup.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/k063qjHy]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Health &amp; functionality</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2026-02-18T05:23:55.34Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/02/03/3D-printed-candy-selfies-coming-to-theme-parks/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[3D-printed candy selfies coming to theme parks]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Katjes-owned company the Magic Candy Factory has introduced 3D Sweets Selfies, which it hopes will open up new channels for the industry at events and amusement parks.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/AMqTrxm7]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Manufacturers</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:41:59.402Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/02/03/Young-entrepreneurs-buy-chocolate-packaging-firm-Devan-Plastics/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Young entrepreneurs buy 30-year-old chocolate packaging firm Devan Plastics]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Brothers Jean-Baptiste and Thibaut Van Damme, co-owners, Devan Plastics, believe they have tapped into a niche market for plastic packaging for the chocolate and food industry.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/orXUSojc]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Chocolate</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:42:04.994Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/02/02/Baker-Perkins-ServoForm-Mini-makes-3D-lollipops/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Baker Perkins ServoForm Mini makes 3D lollipops]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Baker Perkins is targeting niche manufacturers and start-up companies with its ServoForm Mini starchless small-batch depositor for confectionery.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/xT42xQSy]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Smart technology</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:42:11.251Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2017/01/30/ecomec-tough-competition-for-wafer-and-biscuit-packaging/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Machinery manufacturer sees tough competition for wafer and biscuit packaging but success in chocolate]]></video:title>
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    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:42:05.01Z</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2016/12/06/Barry-Callebaut-CEO-on-legal-and-price-impact-of-cocoa-sustainability/</loc>
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      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Barry Callebaut CEO: US legal risks no reason not to act on cocoa sustainability]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[The legal risk of acknowledging there is child labor and extreme poverty in the chocolate industry’s supply chain is no reason not to act, says Barry Callebaut’s CEO.]]></video:description>
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      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
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    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:41:46.062Z</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2016/11/28/Riclan-Brazil-calls-for-more-African-presence-at-Gulfood/</loc>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[Brazil candy firm Riclan calls for more African presence at Dubai tradeshow]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Riclan candy company wanted to see more African firms and visitors at Yummex Middle East, part of Gulfood Manufacturing this year (November 7-9).]]></video:description>
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    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2016/11/21/Toffano-coffee-candy-takes-top-spot-in-Yemen/</loc>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[Toffano coffee candy takes top spot in Yemen]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Toffano has seen success with its coffee candy Café Gold and Brinq Bol Tutti-Frutti Flavoured Bubble Gum Candy in Yemen.]]></video:description>
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    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:41:40.029Z</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2016/11/14/Katjes-to-launch-Cola-the-Cat-in-the-Middle-East/</loc>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[Katjes to launch ‘Cola the Cat’ in the Middle East]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Katjes plans to launch ‘Cola the Cat’ jellies in 2017 after a successful year entering the Middle East market.]]></video:description>
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      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Gum</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:41:10.422Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2016/11/10/Theegarten-hermetically-sealed-chocolate-wrappers/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Theegarten says hermetically sealed chocolate wrappers protect against MENA's humidity]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Theegarten Pactec showcased a multi-style packaging machine for chocolate and confectionery articles at Gulfood Manufacturing this year.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/PCyQzAQ3]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Chocolate</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:41:05.972Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2016/11/09/Dubai-confectionery-and-dairy-procurement-firm-expands-in-Algeria/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Dubai confectionery and dairy procurement firm expands in Algeria]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Ar-kom project management and consultancy firm, is building a confectionery plant in Algeria to become operational in 2017.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/rWvpE6k8]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Markets</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:41:14.168Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2016/10/31/Hayssen-Flexible-Systems-partners-with-Rovelli-on-chocolate-packaging/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Hayssen Flexible Systems partners with Rovelli on chocolate packaging]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Hayssen Flexible Systems has partnered with Italian confectionery manufacturer Rovelli on its chocolate packaging.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/52jGZ07S]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Chocolate</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:41:10.433Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2016/09/15/Baron-Chocolatier-targets-Millennials-with-5-Bites-premium-chocolate/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Baron Chocolatier aims to rengage Millennials with US premium chocolate offer]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Premium chocolate brand Baron Chocolatier has launched a line of chocolate bars exclusively at Dollar General across the US, while separately it plans to expand in Mexico and the UK.]]></video:description>
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      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Premium</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:40:50.671Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2016/09/07/Bean-to-bar-Nugali-to-open-visitor-center/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Bean to bar Nugali to open visitor center and Greenhouse-filled mini rainforest]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Hot off the heels of winning silver at the International Chocolate Awards, Nugali is growing bigger and better with plans to open a visitor center next year, the launch of a Cupuaçu product and a Greenhouse-filled mini rainforest.]]></video:description>
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      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Markets</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:40:48.539Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2016/08/25/Riclan-to-develop-sugar-free-chewing-gum-for-kids/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Riclan to develop sugar free chewing gum for kids]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Brazilian candy manufacturer Riclan is tapping into the health trend market with plans to develop a sugar free chewing gum for kids.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/CqDSPEmT]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Candy</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:40:19.183Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2016/05/19/protein-chocolate-set-for-mass-market-after-mars-snickers-launches/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Mass-market future for protein chocolate after Mars and Snickers launches?]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Protein experts at leading nutraceutical trade fair Vitafoods consider if protein chocolate has mainstream appeal.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/ETZcjpIn]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Health &amp; functionality</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2026-02-18T05:23:40.52Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2016/05/10/Everything-you-need-to-know-about-fine-flavor-cocoa/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Premium chocolate 'leg up': How to win fine flavor cocoa status]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Chair of the International Cocoa Organization’s (ICCO) panel on fine flavor cocoa discusses why countries are seeking fine flavor status and how it can be won.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/6P27O1cP]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Premium</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:39:17.605Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2016/04/22/3dChef-to-develop-next-generation-candies/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[3dChef partners with confectionery firms to develop next generation candies]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[3dChef has partnered with a number of confectionery firms to develop next generation candies, sweets and decorations for the pastry industry.]]></video:description>
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      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
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    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:39:15.07Z</lastmod>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2016/04/21/How-do-Nestle-and-Mondelez-set-candy-nutrition-guidelines/</loc>
    <video:video>
      <video:thumbnail_loc>https://www.confectionerynews.com/pf/resources/images/logos/websites/confectionery-news/video-thumbnail.jpg?d=129</video:thumbnail_loc>
      <video:title><![CDATA[Science vs taste: Nestlé and Mondelēz reveal different takes on candy nutrition guidelines]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Nestlé says it is primarily guided by science when setting nutrition guidelines for its confections, while Mondelēz International takes account of multiple factors, but says consumer preference and taste is key.]]></video:description>
      <video:player_loc><![CDATA[https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/Vj86jWZP]]></video:player_loc>
      <video:family_friendly>yes</video:family_friendly>
      <video:tag>Health &amp; functionality</video:tag>
    </video:video>
    <lastmod>2024-11-04T15:39:17.296Z</lastmod>
  </url>
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