Archives for January 9, 2023

Zero Hunger in Africa is within reach: Actionable goal or fleeting NY Resolution?

Be it a feasible game plan or just a pipedream, the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) is determined to make good on its pledge to eradicate hunger in Africa by 2030 by mobilising political support ahead of the African Food Summit.

Marketing

M&M'S female ‘spokescandies’ Green, Brown and Purple flip the status quo for International Women's Day

Mars has announced its M&M'S brand will release a limited edition all-female pack of candies to celebrate International Women's Day on Wednesday, March 8.

Veganuary

Fudge Kitchen ramps up plant-based offering for Veganuary

UK High Street brand Fudge Kitchen has joined the Veganuary campaign by expanding its vegan offering. The fudge brand, which still batch-makes all of its products at its HQ in Kent, saw a 3.5% rise in vegan sales in 2022 with 10% of all its online sales...

Trendspotting in 2023: Start your new year with a bang with blood sugar-friendly snacks and a carbon-friendly egg alternative

Financial results

Tony’s Chocolonely cuts child labour in cocoa supply chain, posts €133m in sales

Dutch ethical brand Tony’s Chocolonely claims its unique sourcing model has substantially reduces child labour in its cocoa supply chain – and has called for other companies to up their game.