Chocolate Market Surges Past $27B Amid Pandemic Trends of Snacking, Baking, and Extending Seasonal Celebrations

June 1, 2021 Packaged Facts

2020 turned out to be a banner year for the market, with sales growth of 12% pushing chocolate sales to $27 billion, as reported by Packaged Facts

Saving The Future of Chocolate as Climate Change Threatens

March 18, 2021 University of Birmingham

The future of chocolate is in doubt as climate change threatens the productivity of cocoa farming in West Africa – prompting the University of Birmingham to bring together a trio of experts to discuss how to save the world’s favourite Easter treat.

Barry Callebaut Announces Opening of its New Chocolate Factory

March 12, 2021 Barry Callebaut

Barry Callebaut’s new factory is located about 250 km south-east of Mumbai and represents its biggest investment in India to date.

Ghirardelli’s Introduces New High Cacao Chocolate Chips

The Ghirardelli Chocolate Company announces the addition of two new baking chips: 72% Cacao Dark Chocolate Chips and 100% Cacao Unsweetened Chocolate Chips.

Organic Dark Chocolate Bites Are Snacking Perfection

February 4, 2021 Hunch Snacks

Hunch Snacks launched a line of Organic Dark Chocolate Bites in four flavors: Peanut Butter, Almond, Hazelnut and Chocolate. Each crispy, creamy bite is certified organic, non-GMO, kosher, gluten-free and is free from artificial colors and flavors.