sweets
All you can sweet
ISM kicked off last weekend with the leading trade fair presenting the latest trends and new products for the sweets and snack sector. As you would expect, a full spectrum of categories – from plant-based to immune-boosting and full of energy products – was on show.
Aldi extends product ranges for Next Top Product search
Aldi has launched a range of new products that have been developed and manufactured in Scotland following the supermarket’s search for the country’s Next Top Product.
Beneo to showcase sugar-free confectionery with authentic flavours from around the world at ISM
At this year’s ISM trade fair, Beneo is taking visitors on a sensory journey as the company unveils its latest Sweets Collection, a compilation of inspirational, sugar-free candies that contains authentic flavours from around the world.
Sweets and snacks sector targets health, sustainability and adventure
More recognisable ingredients from the natural world are in favour in snacks development as is texture in delivering novelty.
Vegan energy sweets win gold at student competition
A team of students from University of Reading has won the gold prize at Ecotrophelia for their vegan energy sweets for endurance athletes.
Sweet Sundays return from Mars Wrigley Confectionery
Mars Wrigley Confectionery UKhas announced the return of its Sweet Sundays promotion for the eighth year running.
Everything’s going to be all white (for now)
We’re two weeks into the new year and halfway through what must surely be most people’s least favourite month.
Children ‘exceed recommended sugar limit by age 10’
The average 10-year-old has consumed as much sugar in their lifetime as the recommended limit for an 18-year-old, according to Public Health England (PHE).
Round Up: Shelf Life
Here is your weekly round-up of Shelf Life news. Next week’s round-up will focus on ingredients news.
PHE reveals overconsumption of sugar by English youth
According to figures from Public Health England (PHE), children in England have consumed more than a year’s worth of sugar in less than six months.
Spicy BBQ snack wins gold at Ecotrophelia UK
A team of students from the University of Nottingham has won the gold prize at Ecotrophelia UK with their spicy BBQ flavoured savoury snack.
Jelly Babies are on the go
Pimlico Confectioners has announced the launch of its latest product: Jelly Babies Sweets Tubs in sharing and on the go variations.
Pulsin unveils new healthy flavoured bars
Nutritional snack brand Pulsin has launched two new flavoured bars: vegan Salted Caramel Raw Choc Brownie and vegetarian Peanut Choc Protein Booster.
Major investment for Petrow’s processing lines
A production upgrade has been made by the Petrow Food Group, which has confirmed an investment of £850,000 into a new fruit processing line for its products.