Scientists in Nottingham say they’ve found the ‘secret sauce’ behind fine chocolate. By isolating nine key microbes, they can ...

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Mars partners with Pairwise to use CRISPR tech for developing disease- and climate-resilient cacao, aiming to secure future ...

With disease, weather and aging trees hampering yields in Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana, are there other locations that could ...

Extreme weather is disrupting global food production, with Europe facing severe crop stress, East Asia seeing mixed yields, and the US benefiting from abundant rains. Expect rising prices and supply ...

Discover the hottest confectionery trends for Autumn/Winter 2025. From functional sweets with health benefits to indulgent ...

Nestlé’s confectionery sales rose despite steep price hikes, but falling volume suggests chocolate may be nearing peak price. Is smart pricing losing its edge?

This week’s confectionery new product development (NPD) shows a clear shift toward format innovation, flavour experimentation and cross-category appeal. Brands are more often leaning into social media ...

Discover how bakery flavours, non-HFSS innovation and ethical sourcing are driving the latest trends in UK snacking and confectionery.

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