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Barry Callebaut, the world’s largest cocoa and chocolate processor, has once again lowered its annual sales volume and earnings forecasts for 2025, citing “unprecedented volatility” in cocoa prices and weakening global demand. This marks the third downward revision from the...
The global cocoa market is on high alert following reports of a looming 10% decline in cocoa output from West Africa in the 2025/26 season. This forecast, shared by industry insiders and first reported by Reuters, has intensified concerns over...
February 16 - 22, 2026 | Amsterdam Cocoa Week is set to captivate chocolate enthusiasts, industry professionals, and sustainability advocates at the historic Beurs van Berlage in Amsterdam. Organized by The Company Behind Chocoa in cooperation with the Chocolate Festival...
Fazer, one of Finland’s most iconic and trusted food companies, has officially launched construction on a brand-new state-of-the-art chocolate factory in Lahti, representing the largest investment in its 133-year history. With a staggering price tag of €400 million, the facility signals...
Chocolate is more than just a sweet indulgence—it’s a complex, sensory experience. Much like wine or coffee, high-quality chocolate carries a spectrum of flavours shaped by origin, variety, fermentation, and craftsmanship. If you’ve never paused to savour a square of...
Tucked away in the industrial hub of Kota Damansara, the Chocolate Museum in Kuala Lumpur offers an immersive journey through the world of chocolate. As Asia’s first dedicated chocolate museum, this vibrant attraction is more than just a tribute to...
After surging to an all-time high of US$12,931 per tonne in December 2024, global cocoa prices have experienced a significant correction in early 2025. As of Q2, the price of cocoa has fallen by more than 30%, dipping below US$8,000...
As the global chocolate industry grapples with soaring cocoa prices and tightening supply, Australian confectionery brand Menz is not just surviving—it’s strategically thriving. Known for nostalgic favourites like Violet Crumble and Polly Waffle, Menz has turned adversity into opportunity, leaning into global...
Brazil is positioning itself to become a global powerhouse in cocoa production with the development of a massive, fully irrigated and mechanised cocoa farm in the state of Bahia. Spearheaded by Moises Schmidt, a prominent agricultural entrepreneur, the ambitious project...
In a move that combines economic justice with cultural pride, Mexico has officially launched Chocolate Bienestar, a new, all-natural chocolate bar sold in government-run Bienestar stores. Made with 45% cacao, the bar is both affordable and ethically sourced—designed to support...
