A consortium of chocolate manufacturers, certification groups and non-governmental organizations have joined forces to call on the European Union to strengthen its human rights and environmental requirements for companies participating in the global cocoa supply chain.

Jason Harty, Theo’s chief marketing officer, recently spoke with Candy Industry about the thought process behind the brand’s latest redesign, as well as the importance of supporting cocoa farmers.

More than half of American consumers say they trust the Fairtrade label, new findings by research firms Globescan and Atlantic 57 reveal.

Theo Chocolate, an award-winning bean-to-bar chocolate maker, has launched its new creation: Theo Peanut Butter Cups.

Lily’s Dark chocolate bar is the first Fair Trade certified chocolate bar made with stevia.