News & Analysis on Chocolate, Candy and Cocoa
Understanding the genetic make-up of rice will help scientists to map the genomes of corn and sorghum crops, say US researchers, at a time when scientists are keen to promote the gluten-free benefits of sorghum in food formulations.
UK sweetener firm Tate & Lyle strengthens its position in the South African ingredients market, buying up small ingredients supplier Dolcre for €1.9 million.
Elizabeth Shaw, the UK confectioner, is set to exploit the burgeoning trend for luxury chocolates, launching a revamped packaging line in time to penetrate the lucrative Christmas market, Tom Armitage reports.