Barry Callebaut is reportedly planning a separation of its global cocoa unit to cut exposure to volatile cocoa prices and ...

Discover the latest confectionery launches for the holiday season and early 2026, including premium gifting assortments, ...

Mars Snacking and Kellanova unite in a landmark deal set to reshape the global snacking industry, combining iconic brands ...

Discover the top confectionery trends shaping 2026 - from multi-textural treats and bold global flavours to personalised ...

Nestlé has dropped the word ‘chocolate’ from Toffee Crisp and Blue Riband after reformulating recipes to reduce cocoa content ...

The ever-changing landscape of consumer preferences, driven by nostalgia and innovation, brings new opportunities. How does ...

Long-awaited US government-funded report from National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago (NORC) that assesses progress in reducing child labour in Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana’s cocoa ...

As confectioners prepare for the delayed European Union (EU) Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) to enter into law in December 2025, brands explore various questions and checklists before its arrival. As ...

The past five years have been devastating for the cocoa industry. Severe weather events and disease have damaged crops in the world’s key growing regions, while geopolitical unrest has threatened ...

According to The National Confectioners Association's latest report, emotional connection and personal enjoyment wins out over inflation pressures and budgetary restrictions. The National ...

Sourcing to fair trade standards, such as UTZ, Rainforest Alliance and Fairtrade, is an important first step for chocolate makers towards cocoa sustainability, but will not necessarily bring farmers ...