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November 2020

Chocolate special report

Key challenges for future growth in chocolate

11.16.2020

As bakers and pastry chefs look forward, the handwriting is on the wall for the chocolate industry for adapting to the new economy, which has been forced by economic challenges brought on by the cruel effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hot products and key influences in chocolate

11.16.2020

By John Unrein

The chocolate category is performing well, with growth of approximately 4% in measured channels for the first half of the year. While take-home products are driving outsized growth, instant consumable products are also growing.

Health benefits and messaging about chocolate

11.23.2020

By John Unrein

How big of a deal is the health message about chocolates with consumers today? And which messages resonate most of all?

Food insecurity rises among key consumer concerns

11.18.2020

By John Unrein

Around the globe, the message is clear. Food safety has risen to the top of consumers’ chief concerns when discussing the topic of food, including chocolate.

Creative menu applications drive innovation in chocolate

11.16.2020

By John Unrein

Chocolate innovations are helping the industry to grow.

Future growth for signature ingredients

11.16.2020

By John Unrein

Signature ingredients in the chocolate and vanilla sectors offer bakeries and patisseries the unique opportunity to stand apart from the competition and appeal to consumers in unique manners.

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November 2020

Chocolate special report

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Key challenges for future growth in chocolate

Hot products and key influences in chocolate

Health benefits and messaging about chocolate

Food insecurity rises among key consumer concerns

Creative menu applications drive innovation in chocolate

Future growth for signature ingredients

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