Mars patents heat-resistant chocolate that maintains taste and shape in hot climates
Mars, Inc. has developed a packaged heat-resistant chocolate it says maintains taste, mouthfeel, and shape during transportation and handling in hot climates.
Archives for April 30, 2020
Coronavirus
CAA cocoa conference in Singapore pushed back to November 2021 due to coronavirus restrictions
The Cocoa Association of Asia (CAA) International Cocoa Conference will now take place from 4 to 5 November 2021 at the Raffles City Convention Centre (RCCC), Singapore.
Coronavirus
Godiva partners with Tenet Healthcare Corporation to distribute chocolates across the US
Godiva has donated chocolate, coffee, and other treats, to hospitals, supporting hospital workers, doctors, nurses and caregivers around the world, as they fight the coronavirus.
Commodities
Sugar confectionery market worth $69.5bn by 2026 as sugar supplies stay secure during COVID-19 crisis
The global sugar confectionery market size is anticipated to reach $69.5bn by 2026, growing at a rate of 4.3%, according to new research published by Polaris Market Research, as sugar stays stable on the commodity market.
Chocolate balls for immune health: Singapore firm’s new product for kids amid COVID-19
Singapore dietary supplement firm Avida Health will be launching a chocolate ball functional food targeted at improving kids’ immunity amid the current COVID-19 outbreak.