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The Hershey Company has appointed Amanda Almond as president of its international business, effective 12 October 2026, succeeding Rohit Grover, who has held the position for eight years.

Skittles is expanding its candy range with Gummy Crystals.

The French government has proposed a plan to extend its sugar tax on soft drinks to include high-sugar processed foods, a measure aiming to improve public health across the nation.

AgroNetica has announced plans to advance toward commercial deployment of a transgene-free, gene-edited cacao with improved disease resistance.

Mondelēz International has partnered with Lotus Bakeries to launch Toblerone Diamond Truffles with Biscoff.

Nexture has announced its acquisition of La Crema, a Dubai-based manufacturer of chocolate and food ingredients for bakery, ice cream and fine pastry applications.

German ingredients manufacturer Crespel & Deiters has launched two new high-protein crisp ingredients for functional food applications: Lory IsoCrisp Fava Protein and Lory IsoCrisp Wheat Protein.

Ritter Sport is expanding its presence in the US this fall with a nationwide Target launch, new large-format DUO bars and a trio of caramel-focused seasonal products.

Nestlé Canada has completed an investment of more than CAD $50 million to expand and modernise its Toronto facility.

Barry Callebaut has entered a three-year partnership with Arla Foods to reduce emissions from dairy.

Ritter Sport has appointed Christian Boulter as managing director of its UK and Ireland business, following the resignation of Benedict Daniels.

Reese’s has expanded its UK take-home confectionery portfolio with the launch of two new products: Reese’s Caramel Block and Reese’s White Peanut Butter Cup Trio.