SINGAPORE (October 4, 2023) — Against the backdrop of strong Asian chocolate demand, Aalst Chocolate, a Cargill company, today unveiled plans to drive growth through its unique “bean to bar” positioning and customer-led product innovation for the Asia Pacific market. Established in 2003, Aalst Chocolate is celebrating 20 years since its founding as the first Singaporean brand to produce both chocolate couvertures and compounds and has since built a solid foundation as a leading Asian chocolate … [Read more...] about Aalst Chocolate, a Cargill company, marks 20 years and eyes growth in Asia through customer-driven innovation
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Westfalia appoints new President Europe with a focus on customer experience, collaboration, and transformation
Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and a range of fresh fruit, has announced the appointment of Wim Destoop as President Europe from 2 October 2023. As President Europe, Destoop brings more than 30 years’ extensive experience in Food & Beverages across multiple businesses, including Carrefour, Danone, and PepsiCo. In his last role at PepsiCo, Destoop was Senior Vice President and General Manager for the Business Unit Northern Europe, covering 12 … [Read more...] about Westfalia appoints new President Europe with a focus on customer experience, collaboration, and transformation
Not just for vegans: Plant protein has broken into the mainstream, new research shows
Plant protein powder is no longer exclusive to vegans and athletes, with significant numbers of mainstream consumers now shopping the category, according to new research commissioned by MycoTechnology, Inc., the mushroom mycelial fermentation specialist. The survey of 725 plant protein powder users, carried out by Brightfield Group in Q1 2023, found that just 17 percent of them identified as vegan. Furthermore, 38 percent of the respondents in the survey who declared that they purchase only … [Read more...] about Not just for vegans: Plant protein has broken into the mainstream, new research shows
