Regulation
US Supreme Court rules in favour of cocoa companies Nestle and Cargill in child slavery case
The US Supreme Court rules that Nestlé USA and Cargill can't be sued for child slavery on African farms from where they buy their cocoa.
Archives for June 22, 2021
Cabosse Naturals talks cocoa fruit innovation: ‘Upcycled foods are very relevant for consumers’
Barry Callebaut brand Cabosse Naturals is launching a line of ‘next gen’ ingredients for snacks, drinks and ice cream that utilise the whole cacao fruit, while Cacao Barry, also part of Barry Callebaut, is rolling out a WholeFruit chocolate offering....
Sweets & Snacks Expo 2021
Ferrero rolls into Indianapolis with refreshed portfolio at Sweets & Snacks Expo
Announcements include investments in new products, licensing deals, and seasonal offerings.
Coronavirus
New COVID-19 restrictions force postponement of UK Food & Drink Shows
William Reed, organisers of the UK Food & Drink Shows, which were scheduled to be held at the Birmingham NEC between July 5-7, said the event will now take place in April 2022.
Benefits beyond indulgence: Chocolate consumers in South Korea have healthier lifestyles and diets
Chocolate consumers appear to have healthier lifestyles and dietary habits, as well as better metabolic profiles, a new South Korean study has found.