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Cadbury Bournville unveils new chocolate bars and bold packaging redesign
Cadbury Bournville reveals a modern redesign and two new dark chocolate bars and flavours set to hit UK supermarket shelves later this month.
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FSA issues Dubai Chocolate peanut allergy alert for businesses and consumers
A popular Dubai-inspired chocolate containing undeclared peanuts is being recalled, with the FSA urging UK businesses and consumers to act swiftly to avoid serious allergy risks.
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Ferrero to acquire WK Kellogg Co in $3.1 billion deal, strengthening North American breakfast portfolio
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Ferrero has announced a landmark $3.1 billion acquisition of WK Kellogg Co, significantly expanding its presence in the North American food market and adding iconic cereal brands to its global portfolio.
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Cadbury-maker Mondelez calls for EUDR deforestation law delay
Cadbury-maker Mondelez calls for a delay to the EUDR deforestation law, warning of cocoa supply chain pressures and compliance hurdles.
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Breaking the mould: a Win-Win solution to chocolate’s cocoa crisis
Against the backdrop of World Chocolate Day, this instalment of Ingredients for Change explores the current climate and challenges facing the cocoa industry and whether it’s time to rethink the traditional chocolate production model. New Food spoke with Ahrum Pak to learn how her startup aims to break the mould.
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The rising tide of food fraud
Dr Saskia Van Ruth, University College Dublin, explains how supply chain disruptions and economic pressures are fueling a rise in food fraud worldwide. Recent cases highlight the urgent need for coordinated prevention efforts, such as the European Food Fraud Community of Practice (EFF-CoP), to protect public health and ensure food…
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Hershey joins growing food industry push to remove synthetic dyes by 2027
Hershey commits to removing synthetic dyes by 2027, joining a major industry push driven by health concerns and regulatory pressure.
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Tackling invisible threats: allergen and pathogen risks in food manufacturing
Discover how top experts are addressing the invisible threats of allergens and pathogens in food manufacturing. This comprehensive report covers regulatory updates, innovative testing methods, and practical strategies to protect your products and consumers.
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Tony’s Chocolonely listed in TIME’s most influential companies of 2025
TIME names Tony’s Chocolonely among 2025’s 100 most influential companies for its mission to end exploitation in cocoa supply chains.
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Fruit Pastilles and Jelly Tots reimagined in Rowntree’s Squidgers launch
Rowntree’s reinvents classic sweets Fruit Pastilles and Jelly Tots with a new soft twist in its new Squidgers range.
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Dubai chocolate imports under scrutiny after FSA issues allergy warning
UK food safety watchdog warns allergy sufferers after unlabelled imported Dubai-style chocolates found on UK shelves and online.
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Jolly Rancher sweets recalled by FSA for not complying with UK law
Several imported Jolly Rancher sweets have been recalled by the FSA for containing chemical compounds that are prohibited in food under UK regulations.
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Twix advert banned by ASA for “condoning unsafe driving”
Twix TV advert banned by UK watchdog over high-speed car chase, rejecting Mars Wrigley’s defence of playful fantasy and cinematic style.
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Godiva returns to UK supermarkets with limited-edition Dubai Chocolate at Tesco
Godiva makes a bold comeback to UK supermarkets with its limited-edition Dubai-style chocolate, available exclusively in Tesco stores.
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Haribo recalls sweets in Netherlands after cannabis contamination discovered
Haribo is recalling its Happy Cola F!ZZ sweets in the Netherlands after traces of cannabis were found. Several consumers reported feeling unwell, prompting a police investigation.
