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Rising cocoa prices to sour outlook for chocolate makers

As U.S. consumers pay more for chocolate confections, volume sales come under pressure.

February 1, 2024

U.S. consumers are paying more for chocolate products as confection manufacturers raise prices in response to the soaring cost of cocoa.

Specialty Food Association: 'Sourcing insulates some chocolate makers from cost increases'

Cocoa prices have risen more than 40% over the past year.

July 20, 2023

Even though inflation has been slowing down for some food products, prices for commodities, such as cocoa, have still been rising.

Interview: Raw sugar and cocoa prices reach nearly 10-year highs

Prices have increased due to tight supply, rising demand.

May 22, 2023

Candy Industry Senior Editor Liz Parker recently was able to touch base with Nidhi Jain, associate specialist, The Smart Cube, London, on raw sugar and cocoa prices reaching 10-year and 7-year highs, and trends on sugar and cocoa prices.

Ivorian Fair Trade Network calls for payment of fair prices to cocoa farmers

Network held a press conference last week following announcement of a cocoa price reduction.

Crystal Lindell

April 26, 2021

The network, which represents cocoa producers, also is calling for a commitment to the Living Income Differential for farmers.

This webinar will examine variables factoring into nutritionally improved candy sales, including ingredients, label claims, and alternative sugars. Better-for-you options remain top of mind for consumers who are searching for indulgences, but in a healthier format.