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Chocolate Academy North America launches Academy Magazine

First edition published for summer 2021.

September 15, 2021

Academy Magazine’s first issue explores the latest industry trends, delves into tips and tricks, and introduces the latest from Barry Callebaut’s gourmet house of brands.

DouxMatok partners with Hi-Food to develop sugar reduction solution

Products using Incredo Sugar, Meltec fiber to appear in 2022.

September 15, 2021

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DouxMatok and Hi-Food have teamed up to deliver a nutrition solution that allows food manufacturers to address sugar reduction without compromising on taste, texture, sweetness or nutrition.

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tna names two new regional sales managers in North America

Steve Johnson, Timothy Upshur to bolster tna solutions’ North America operations for enhanced customer support.

Crystal Lindell

September 15, 2021

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Steve Johnson and Timothy Upshur to bolster tna solutions’ North America operations for enhanced customer support.

Puratos partners with private investors on €1B financing for its Cacao-Trace program

Money to be used in part for the construction of 10 cocoa post-harvest centers, three grinding lines in Central and South America, Africa and Asia.

Crystal Lindell

September 13, 2021

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Money to be used in part for the construction of 10 cocoa post-harvest centers and three grinding lines in Central and South America, Africa and Asia.

Lily’s Sweets introduces gummies

Two gummy varieties are available at Walmart and on Lilys.com.

September 13, 2021

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Lily's gummies are non-GMO, keto-friendly, gluten-free, plant-based and have less than 1 gram of sugar per serving.

Mars touts progress on cocoa traceability

Nearly all of the company’s cocoa is traceable to country of origin.

September 13, 2021

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Mars says more than half of its cocoa is traceable to farmer groups as of the end of 2020.

Rotten low-sugar gummies bring in more than $30K on Kickstarter

Campaign blew past $10K goal in four hours.

September 13, 2021

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Rotten's mission is to help people reduce their sugar intake while still indulging in the treats they love.

Snickers to reward fans for ‘rookie mistakes’ this NFL Season

Mars Wrigley program gives fans the chance to win tickets to Super Bowl LVI & more.

Crystal Lindell

September 8, 2021

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Mars Wrigley program gives fans the chance to win tickets to Super Bowl LVI & more.

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. to hire more than 10,000 seasonal associates

Hiring already is underway for positions across the U.S., including at Harry & David, PersonalizationMall.com, Cheryl’s Cookies, and The Popcorn Factory.

September 8, 2021

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The full-and part-time roles are across key high-volume areas such as production, gift assembly, distribution, and operational support, with remote contact center positions also available.

Butterfinger offers fans a chance to win $25,000 as part of Halloween promotion

‘Turn Yourself In’ sweepstakes ask fans to admit their guilt of swiping Butterfingers from loved ones.

Crystal Lindell

September 8, 2021

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Butterfinger’s Halloween promotion encourages fans to be a little devious, as long as they confess.

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Chocolate Academy North America launches Academy Magazine

DouxMatok partners with Hi-Food to develop sugar reduction solution

tna names two new regional sales managers in North America

Puratos partners with private investors on €1B financing for its Cacao-Trace program

Lily’s Sweets introduces gummies

Mars touts progress on cocoa traceability

Rotten low-sugar gummies bring in more than $30K on Kickstarter

Snickers to reward fans for ‘rookie mistakes’ this NFL Season

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. to hire more than 10,000 seasonal associates

Butterfinger offers fans a chance to win $25,000 as part of Halloween promotion

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