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Cargill connects cocoa and chocolate customers via CocoaWise portal
Building transparency and traceability through a centralized data platform helps ensure a lasting connection between cocoa farmers and consumers.
Ingredion introduces cold swelling starches for bakery fillings
Derived from sustainably farmed ingredients, the potato base gives a neutral flavour and colour profile to the three Swely Gel starches.
Food exports are set to grow post pandemic
International trade could hold significant opportunities for food producers and processors.
Dr Trouble African sauces launch in the UK
Handmade in small batches on an isolated Zimbabwean farm, using ingredients sourced by local rural villagers, Dr Trouble sauces are made using a recipe that has been in the co-founder’s family for 125 years.
Entries open for 2021 Olam Prize for Innovation in Food Security
Olam International, in partnership with Agropolis Fondation, is searching for ground-breaking scientific research that can deliver transformational impacts within global agriculture.
SIG introduces lifestyle pack for Europe’s on-the-go market
With the commercial launch of combismile in Europe, brands and producers can differentiate themselves and stand out in a competitive on-the-go market in fully recyclable cartons.
Ingredion launches sweetener for health conscious
Ingredion’s first polyol sweetener, Erysta Erythritol reduces or replaces sugar to achieve nutrition-related claims, such as ‘no added sugar’ or ‘calorie-reduced’.
Production plant sets benchmark for filling of UHT milk
SIG will play a vital role in one of the largest European greenfield projects in the field of UHT milk, spearheaded by Hochwald, one of the largest German dairy cooperatives.
Fabcon secures Belgian contract as growth continues
Fabcon installs a seasoning and distribution line for Belgian firm Nutradia at the company’s manufacturing plant in Andenne.
South African top fruit industry is open for business
Exports are continuing as planned, with volumes to the UK as expected compared to last season.
Unilever and UK government launch global campaign to tackle spread of coronavirus
The campaign will reach up to a billion people worldwide, raising awareness and changing behaviour, to make sure people are regularly washing their hands with soap and disinfecting surfaces.
Rainforest Alliance enhances global Cocoa Certification Programme
The Rainforest Alliance is strengthening its key Cocoa Certification Programme, delivering a major global initiative to drive more sustainable cocoa farming.
Nexira launches premium brand for sustainable ingredients
Pure Acacia is an all-natural, organic and GMO-free dietary fibre, sourced from carefully selected acacia trees, for fibre fortification.