Senior v.p. of operations details process that went into building new $300-million plant, including why they decided to use more natural light, how green it is, and how they made their famous Kisses even better.
The deal is expected to boost Barry Callebaut's sales volume in the Asia and Latin America markets by 65% and also will help the company expand its cocoa powder market share.
The money will fund more than just farmers looking to improve their yields. It's slated to help eliminate child labor, promote gender equality, market cocoa farming as an attractive profession, and even protect the eco systems where cocoa is grown.
Joseph Dutra, the owner of Kimmie Candy, had the idea of inviting his local congressman to come see his Reno, Nev.-based factory, and then using the time to discuss the 2012 Farm Bill.
Intense research and development efforts within and outside the industry provide confectioners with healthier options.
November 20, 2012
If University of Guelph scientists Robert Lencki and John Craven are correct, they’re on the verge of providing chocolatiers with the industry’s version of the Holy Grail: a healthy fat that mimics cocoa butter in taste and functionality.