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Archives for February 6, 2025

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Cocoa prices hit record high: What does this mean for industry?

Cocoa prices hit record high: What does this mean for industry?

06-Feb-2025
By Donna Eastlake

The cost of cocoa has reached a record high, and the price keeps climbing. How is industry reacting and what does this mean for the future of this highly sought after commodity?

Is the key to the cocoa crisis a blend of cocoa powder and fat?

Is the key to the cocoa crisis a blend of cocoa powder and fat?

06-Feb-2025
By Deniz Ataman

Ingredients from Butter Buds and Yali Bio reflect the growing need for cost-effective cocoa alternatives without sacrificing taste

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Aero meets Milkybar as Nestlé bets on brand power

Confectionery’s innovation dilemma: Doing more with less

Hershey takes Reese’s Pieces into snacking with first new launch in a decade

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ADM Specialty Syrups for Reformulation

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Floral-inspired confections with natural colors

By Givaudan

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Innovation meets heritage: The enduring appeal of EU confectionery

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