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‘World-first’ energy drink made with cocoa juice, Koalimo, launches in Germany

‘World-first’ energy drink made with cocoa juice, Koalimo, launches in Germany

Koawach has unveiled Koalimo, claimed to be the world’s first caffeinated soft drink made with cocoa fruit juice.

Snacking sector faces challenges but M&A activity thrives

Snacking sector faces challenges but M&A activity thrives

Drawing on data from Houlihan Lokey's Q3 2024 Snacking Market Update, FoodBev’s Sian Yates examines the resilience of the sector.

November 2024 Crunchtime poll: Cocoa

November 2024 Crunchtime poll: Cocoa

This month's Crunchtime podcast topic is 'Cocoa'. Vote for a sub-topic now and shape the direction of our content for the next episode.

White Bridge Investments sells Nutkao Group to Teralys

White Bridge Investments sells Nutkao Group to Teralys

White Bridge Investments has sold its portfolio company, Nutkao Group – a producer of chocolate and nut products – to Teralys.

Upcycled cacao brand Blue Stripes raises $20m

Upcycled cacao brand Blue Stripes raises $20m

Blue Stripes has closed a $20 million Series B funding round led by Zintinus, The Hershey Company and Whole Foods Market, among others.

Voyage Foods set to open 284,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Ohio

Voyage Foods set to open 284,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Ohio

Voyage Foods will open a new facility in Mason, Ohio, to produce its cocoa-free chocolate, nut-free spreads and bean-free coffee.

Hershey signs long-term agreement to improve cocoa farmer livelihoods in Côte d'Ivoire

Hershey signs long-term agreement to improve cocoa farmer livelihoods in Côte d'Ivoire

Hershey has signed a five-year agreement with nine cocoa cooperatives in Côte d'Ivoire, West Africa, to improve farmer livelihoods.

Swiss Miss and Hotel Tango Distillery launch cocoa-infused bourbon for seasonal market

Swiss Miss and Hotel Tango Distillery launch cocoa-infused bourbon for seasonal market

Swiss Miss and Hotel Tango Distillery have teamed up to unveil Swiss Miss 'Shmallow, a cocoa-infused toasted marshmallow bourbon.

Cargill expands cocoa production in Indonesia to cater to growing Asian market

Cargill expands cocoa production in Indonesia to cater to growing Asian market

Cargill has launched a new cocoa production line at its processing plant in Gresik aimed at meeting demand for indulgent products in Asia.

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