News & Analysis on Chocolate, Candy and Cocoa
The European Union, the largest market for cocoa from West Africa, will begin implementing its new regulation this year on deforestation-free products that require companies selling commodities, including cocoa, to prove they have not caused...
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Confectionery manufacturer Sweetdreams has been acquired by food surplus re-processor SugaRich for an undisclosed sum.
The global vegan chocolate market is estimated to be worth a conservative $2 billion by 2032, and as the Veganuary campaign begins, the surge in awareness about the benefits of plant-based food and confectionery products could see an even greater growth...
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As many as 95% of Brits eat chocolate, making them the most consistent consumer of this sweet treat, despite sales dipping in 2023, says Mintel.