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Sweet innovation: Confectionery NPD at SIAL 2024

There was no shortage of confectionery innovation at SIAL in Paris this month: with innovation tapping into health and wellness trends, future flavors and more...

Sugar, today, comes in various forms. Pic: GettyImages

How natural sweeteners are shaking up the sugar game

As consumers grow more health-conscious, the demand for natural alternatives to sugar is on the rise. But can these sweeteners deliver the taste and texture consumers crave without compromise?

Tony’s Chocolonely and The Washington Post spotlight cocoa injustices

Tony’s Chocolonely partners with The Washington Post to spark dialogue and raise awareness about exploitation in the cocoa industry in a unique attempt to rewrite the sector's negative narrative.

Cracking cocoa-free chocolate consumption wide open

As one industry leader opens a new large-scale purpose-built manufacturing plant, is cocoa-free chocolate on an upward trajectory?

Franuí expands into the UK market with chocolate-covered raspberry bites

Franuí is bringing its handcrafted, sustainable treats to London, targeting health-conscious consumers with premium ingredients.

Could anti-inflammatory effects of thaumatin boost sweetener industry? GettyImages/bymuratdeniz

Could anti-inflammatory effects of sweetener boost sales?

Health concerns have put the sweetener industry in jeopardy. Could new research help to restore its reputation?

Pricing fears grow ahead of Halloween

Cocoa and sugar prices are reported to have reached frightening highs, with alarming price rallies predicted.

Farmers’ short end of the supply chain deal is not over

This Fairtrade Month, cocoa workers and farmers experience an ongoing lack of resources, which the organisation predicts will cause ongoing challenges for years to come.