olam food ingredients (ofi) predicts a greater fusion of Eastern and Western flavors in confectionery, bakery, beverages, and snacks, after combining the insights of its innovation experts in key regional markets and AI-powered research  to identify the next big cocoa flavour trends. AI to predict consumer trends The research – which used predictive analytics to…

Swiss/Ghanaian startup Koa has almost finished their cocoa fruit factory in Achiase. In a blog post the company describes the greening and equipment testing phase. Greening is key to protect the environment. Therefore Koa plants plants such as shade trees, grass, avenue plants and ornamental plants. Testing the newest fruit extraction machinery Regarding equipment Koa…

Barry Callebaut Group, manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, announces BC Next Level – a strategic investment program to unlock the full potential of Barry Callebaut and pave the way for the next decade of sustainable growth by moving Barry Callebaut closer to markets and customers while fostering simplicity and digitization.   CEO Peter…

In preparation for the 2024 Partnership Meeting taking place during Amsterdam Cocoa Week from February 5-10, WCF sat down with Caroline Lubbers, Director of the WINCC Network to discuss the mission of the network and its goals for the future. What is WINCC? Can you share a bit about its history?  WINCC stands for “Women…

RAPS, specialist in innovative spice and flavour concepts, presents its extensive new ingredient range for the bakery industry and retail chains, at the iba trade fair in Munich. The focus will not only be on ready-to-use fillings and toppings made from high-quality raw materials, but also functional, microencapsulated ingredients for optimised dough and product properties.…

Fairtrade, the world’s most recognized label for social justice and sustainability, and B Lab, a global network of organizations dedicated to transforming the economic system to be inclusive, equitable, and regenerative, are publishing today a new guide to support small companies in their human rights and environmental due diligence. ‘People and planet in business –…

Returning to Bangkok, Thailand, and co-located with Vitafoods Asia, the largest event in the region’s F&B calendar will take place on 20-22 September Amsterdam/Netherlands, August 2023: Informa Markets is delighted to announce that Fi Asia is back in Bangkok, Thailand, for 2023. The leading trade show in the ASEAN food and beverage industry, with more…

The organizers of Fi North America – taking place from 25 – 26 October 2023 at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, USA – just announced some new additions to their theatre session: Sweet Innovations: Chocolate, Confections & More Join for stimulating, relevant lessons in: Technical aspects of enhancing the sensory experience of chocolate in…

According to data from Innova Market Insights’ Global New Product Introductions report, almonds have maintained their top spot as the most used nut in product introductions across Europe in 2022 for the eighth year running. Almonds’ versatility and suitability for a range of diet and lifestyle choices has ensured their sustained popularity in Europe. In…