Cocoa prices cut into Hershey earnings 02.09.2024 By Jeff Gelski Implementing a software program also affects the fourth quarter negatively.Read More
Cocoa bean prices at all-time highs 02.09.2024 By Ron Sterk Prices soar more than 100% since early 2023.Read More
Surging cocoa prices affecting sales volume 02.07.2024 By Crystal Futrell Dollar sales of chocolate may be rising, but at the expense of volume sales. Read More
OFI launches new F&B Solutions platform 01.23.2024 By Brooke Just Platform consolidates company’s category solutions, innovation infrastructure. Read More
Reviewing the 2023 commodity market performance 01.17.2024 By Ron Sterk Grains, oilseeds tumble; soft commodities up in 2023.Read More
Complex challenges remain for sustainably grown cocoa 01.04.2024 By Michelle Smith Cocoa producers are taking notice as consumers are interested in environment, fair treatment of farmers. Read More
The cocoa market’s not-so-sweet side is showing 11.15.2023 By Ron Sterk Cocoa bean production in the Ivory Coast in the 2023-24 season is forecast down about 25% from the prior year.Read More
Cocoa, sugar markets in a not-so-sweet situation 09.25.2023 By Crystal Futrell Global deficits and soaring prices stir concern in the confectionery industry.Read More
Nestle exploring upcycled, low-carbon fertilizer 09.20.2023 By Caleb Wilson The alternative fertilizer is produced from cocoa shells.Read More
Barry Callebaut investing $560 million to improve customer service 09.07.2023 By Jeff Gelski Plan increases regions to five from three and includes leadership changes.Read More