Consumer demand for chocolate products continues to grow steadily in the Asia market. To help the food industry meet this growing demand, Cargill is partnering with a local manufacturer in western India, to launch its first chocolate manufacturing operation in Asia.

Cargill has invested 3.5 million Euro in its site in Kalmthout (Belgium) to increase its capabilities for producing gourmet chocolate.

The Barry Callebaut Group, a manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, has signed an agreement to acquire GKC Foods (Australia) Pty Ltd, a producer of chocolate, coatings and fillings, serving many consumer chocolate brands in Australia and New Zealand.

Africa is the largest cocoa producing region in the world.

Food and beverage manufacturers and their consumers care more than ever before about the standards behind the things they buy, including cocoa.

Undercover Snacks, the manufacturer of better-for-you snacks, has announced that its chocolate-covered crispy quinoa treats are now available for purchase in CVS Pharmacy's rapidly expanding network of HealthHUB locations across the country.

SNAX-Sational Brands’ premiere popcorn brand Snack Pop officially introduces Snickers Candy Pop, now on shelves at Sam’s Club as of April 29, 2020.

New Hershey’s Bites are snackable pretzel and cookie centers covered in Hershey’s chocolate.

Cargill, in partnership with the non-profit organization Imaflora, is implementing two projects to support cocoa producers in Pará that are designed to increase their productivity through environmental conservation actions and good agricultural practices.