The governments of Cote d’Ivoire and Ghana have released 2008 cocoa farming “certification” reports, which signify a positive step toward the development of cocoa farms in West Africa. “[The reports]

Nestlé has announced plans to invest $15.5 million in equipment upgrades for its Bulgarian production facilities. The new equipment is expected to produce 9,000 tons of the company’s new Kit

Canada’s oldest candy company, Ganong Bros. Ltd., has selected a new president and ceo for the company. Doug Ettinger will be the first top executive hired from outside the family

Created in 1923, the first “filled” candy bar in the U.S. celebrates its 85th birthday this year. Originally made to mimic the taste of a malted milk shake, the milk

Danisco Sugar has announced plans to sell its sugar division to German sugar producer Nordzucker for around $1.2 billion. The deal will separate Danisco’s sugar business from its ingredients business

Representing the fourth generation of Guittards, going back to his great-grandfather, Etienne, who founded the company in 1868, Gary proudly holds the 2008 Kettle Award overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco Bay.

Curtis Vreeland Confectionery Industry SpecialistHealth drives chocolate growthIn an industry that was built -- and continues to rely -- on indulgence, it’s ironic that health/wellness has become chocolate’s driving force.

Wolfgang appoints new execsFamily-owned and operated Wolfgang Candy has named Benjamin McGlaughlin president and ceo of the 87-year-old company. Great grandson of the Wolfgang Candy founders, McGlaughlin went from management

Next Generation Chocolatier Competition to feature salty sweetsOpen to U.S.-based chocolate makers who use artisan production methods, Next Generation Chocolatier is America’s only national chocolate competition.Participants can be established professionals,

No gang, this is not the way I dress at the office. Okay, I do wear Hawaiian shirts occasionally, but I don’t come in with the flashing neon sunglasses. Actually,