News & Analysis on Chocolate, Candy and Cocoa
The global market for compound chocolate will grow faster than regular chocolate, according to equipment supplier Bühler which is gearing up to launch a smaller capacity compound chocolate processing machine to capitalize on the area.
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Barry Callebaut speaks to ConfectioneryNews.com about a growing trend for customization, rising demand for certified cocoa and its $950m bid to acquire Petra Foods’ cocoa ingredients division.
The European Sugar Users Association (CIUS) has criticised the European Commission’s out-of-quota sugar measures which it claims have left sugar users unable to plan ahead.
Gumlink and Fertin Pharma have initiated legal proceedings against British-based firm Revolymer for allegedly infringing Gumlink’s patent on a degradable gum base by selling nicotine gum in Canada. Revolymer plans to defend its position.
Switching to natural colours can be an important product differentiator, as consumers around the world will always choose a natural product when given the option, says ingredient firm Chr. Hansen.
Cocoa trader Agriterra has announced that it has expanded its cocoa and farming operations in Sierra Leone.
Stevia’s credentials as a plant-derived sweetener and uptake from large manufacturers will prevent it from being seen as just another E-number, according to market research organisation Euromonitor.