Snacks and Confectionery

BY: Steven Lashmar – business development manager   Chocolate and candy are an iconic part of modern-day Valentine’s Day traditions. In fact, an overwhelming 87 per  cent of consumers across the country say they’re planning to celebrate the holiday by sharing a gift of chocolate or candy. But while many people enjoy a piece of […]

The Top Employers Institute has awarded Mondelēz Southern Africa Top Employer status for 2020, the second successive year the company has won the certification. Mondelēz Egypt also received the certification, becoming the only snacking company in Egypt to be accredited.

Next year, ISM, the world’s largest trade fair for sweets and snacks, will once again be focusing on trend and future-oriented themes. In order to lend the trade fair an even more target group-specific alignment, the familiar New Snacks section will be divided into the sections: Trend Snacks and Natural Snacks. This gives the suppliers […]

Just in time for Halloween here are 10 things you may not know about Halloween and especially Halloween candy. Did you know 96 per cent of Americans think sharing seasonal treats is a great holiday tradition. Did you know? Most people enjoy chocolate and candy two to three times per week, averaging 40 calories per […]

The Green America Chocolate Scorecard ranks major chocolate companies on their sustainability and human rights efforts in cocoa supply chains. The three lowest graded companies Godiva (F) and Ferrero  and Mondelez (both Ds) performed even worse than Lindt, Hershey (both C), Mars and Nestle (C+). Chocolate maker Guittard received a B+ rating. Alter Eco, Divine, Endangered Species, […]

Brand legacy is a powerful marketing tool. It occurs when a brand is strongly associated to a product or service offering. It is a phenomenon that takes years to develop as a particular brand essence finds its home in the hearts and minds of consumers. Today’s consumer is faced with a plethora of choice. This […]

The ProSweets trade fair in Cologne will soon open its doors to visitors. From 27 to 30 January 2019, Döhler will present the newest product innovations in the confectionery and baked goods segment with a focus on the core topics of plant-based nutrition and naturalness.

Connected machines form the digital backbone of flexible production Something sweet is demanded and it also has to be unique? The growing consumer demands go hand in hand with the digital networking of the production and are getting the sweets manufacturers thinking about complete automation. From 27 to 30 January 2019, ProSweets Cologne intends to […]

Connected machines form the digital backbone of flexible production Something sweet is demanded and it also has to be unique? The growing consumer demands go hand in hand with the digital networking of the production and are getting the sweets manufacturers thinking about complete automation. From 27 to 30 January 2019, ProSweets Cologne intends to […]

Leading European inclusions pioneer Pecan Deluxe Candy (Europe) Ltd will be launching its newly upgraded and extended manufacturing facilities with a Grand Opening and Launch Party at its Yorkshire headquarters on 29 November 2018.

The retailer has entered several stunning products in the snack category in the Food Review/Symrise New Product competition. A handcrafted giant Cutie Pie is guaranteed to woo consumers. The product has creamy vanilla whip on a crisp wafer that is enrobed with milk chocolate. It is a limited edition and made with UTZ certified chocolate. […]

The snacking market in South Africa remains dynamic, fuelled by urbanisation and evolving consumer habits. A recent Nielsen survey indicates that 65 per cent of South Africans eat snacks instead of lunch, the highest percentage worldwide.

Simba – South Africa’s King of snacks – celebrated their 2018 #Mapha (meaning to share) Back to School competition by sharing the importance and impact of education in our country. Simba sought to honour the thousands of South African’s who have sacrificed their own dreams, hopes and ambitions and given up time or money for […]

Sweets and snacks remain popular – indeed across all sales channels – that is the outcome of the 48th ISM that came to a close after four exhibition days. The exhibitors unanimously reported on highly-interested and very motivated buyers and experts from a wide range of national and international sales channels. ‘The trade fair underlined […]

University of Zululand researchers served up a tasty biscuit made from the Amaranthus plant (a spinach-like vegetable traditionally known as imbuya) to SA Minister of Science and Technology, Naledi Pandor, at the DST Innovation Bridge Portal held recently.

Consumer interest in the relationship between diet and health has increased as consumers become more informed about how to get the most out of their daily food intake. At the same time, the information age has ushered in immediate accessibility of everything from news and shopping to booking holidays and keeping in touch with friends and family, and instant gratification is now the new normal. People want this in other spheres in their lives too, so it comes as no surprise that snacks made from natural ingredients, with added vitamins but no added sugars or preservatives, are becoming increasingly popular.

The Council of Better Business Bureaus (CBBB), in partnership with the National Confectioners Association (NCA), has announced a new self-regulatory initiative that promotes responsible advertising to children in the US. Under the Children’s Confection Advertising Initiative (CCAI), participating companies agree to not advertise directly to children under age 12. CCAI is modelled after the Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative (CFBAI), another CBBB-administered self-regulation program.

One of the UAE’s fastest growing companies has chosen Africa's Big Seven (AB7) to launch its range of food products aiming for up to 35 new export markets.

The company’s design innovation and world-class technology in the packaging industry was acknowledged at the 2015 IPSA Gold Pack awards. Its team walked away with four awards for three products at the ceremony, which was held in Johannesburg on 4 November 2015.

Using local ingredients harvested from nutrient-rich South African soil, Woolworths white corn cakes are made using non-GMO samp.

Fabulously Fruity Twisters from Woolworths is made with 100 per cent fruit juice concentrate of which 65 per cent is apple puree and 33 per cent apple juice.

The NuSeed range of seed-based snacks offers a convenient alternative to snacking for people who want to start making a healthy lifestyle change without compromising on taste.

Food’s impact on health and longevity has risen to new levels on a global basis, and regional regulations on food labelling are becoming complicated as a result. 

Mediterranean Delicacies, known throughout South Africa for its range of dips, olives, pesto sauces, meze products, cheeses and seafood, is launching an innovative range of frozen Greek-style phyllo products.

Beneo, a manufacturer of functional ingredients, recently showcased new avenues for tooth-friendly children’s confectionery with Palatinose. Thanks to its unique nutritional and technological properties, the functional carbohydrate allows for the development of healthier confectionery products such as the first polyol-free, tooth-friendly bubble gum with a sugar-like taste and sweetness. So, parents can take comfort in knowing that, while their child indulges in confectionery, it’s also providing oral care. By incorporating Palatinose, confectionery producers can add a health dimension to their bubble gum ranges; opening up this gum market segment for a new category of ‘adult purchase for kids’ products.

A leading South African snacks manufacturer has reduced product giveaway by as much as 35 per cent following the installation of an Ishida multihead weigher.