Bethan has been working as a professional writer for more than a decade, with b2b having been her focus since 2016 and food and drink specifically since 2019. As the Editor of Food Manufacture, she leads on the content strategy and is responsible for the delivery of the annual Food Manufacture Excellence Awards and Business Leaders' Forum events, as well as hosting the popular Food Manufacture podcast. She is a regular spokesperson at industry events and appeared on Channel's 5 documentary Cadbury's at Easter in 2024.

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British rock candy faces extinction

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British rock candy faces extinction

By Bethan Grylls

Ten Blackpool-based confectionery manufacturers have come together to urge UK Government to grant rock origin protection status after ‘cheap, imitation imports’ place their businesses at risk.

69% of Brits say Easter egg packaging is excessive

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69% of Brits say Easter egg packaging is excessive

By Bethan Grylls

While Britain is a nation of chocolate lovers, two thirds of consumers believe chocolate eggs comprise too much packaging – yet despite concerns over sustainability and inflation, we’ll still be dipping into our pockets for the sweet stuff.

Millennials driving ‘chocstagia’ trend

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Millennials driving ‘chocstagia’ trend

By Bethan Grylls

Mondelēz International reveals the UK’s love for nostalgic chocolate treats with Cadbury trends report, as the purple wrapped brand turns 200.

Two Unilever leaders join Mars Wrigley

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Two Unilever leaders join Mars Wrigley

By Bethan Grylls

Two new recruits will join the senior leadership team at Mars Wrigley Global Emerging Markets (GEM) as the snacking business looks to strengthen its global position and innovation offering.