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In 2021, 59% of Fairtrade shoppers
said they were willing to pay more for a product to ensure farmers and workers were paid a fair price “
Consumers demand businesses ramp up ethical commitments
High consumer demand for Fairtrade products, including cocoa, bananas, wine, gold, and cosmetics reflects an increased shopper awareness of sustainability among shoppers, research shows. According to the latest GlobeScan 2021 data, 65% of people in the UK say they choose Fairtrade, demonstrating continued consumer commitment to products that are ethically and sustainably produced, says Fairtrade Foundation, as its annual Fairtrade Fortnight campaign begins. According to Fairtrade research, there is a desire among online shoppers to support brands that are not only taking care of their own teams and suppliers but are also contributing to making the world a better place. As climate change continues to escalate, Fairtrade warns that consumers will increasingly demand companies focus more on sustainability. Shoppers are looking to brands to provide responsibly sourced and produced products they can feel good about purchasing. In 2021, 59% of Fairtrade shoppers said they were willing to pay more for a product to ensure farmers and workers were paid a fair price.
Capol makes the world’s largest gummy candy shine
In a special application, CAPOL anti-sticking agents were recently used to glaze a dolphin-shaped fruit gummy candy weighing over one ton and thereby contributing to a shining world record.
The fruit gum dolphin, which was more than 3.5 metres long and 2 metres wide, took Shiva over one year to create,
including feasibility studies, several
production tests and practical implementation. With a fruit gum dolphin weighing in at over one ton,
Shiva Manufacturing
Company achieved an entry in the Guinness Book of World Records. For the glossy finish of their confectionery, they relied on CAPOL surface treatment agents.
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ADM acquires South African flavour distributor
ADM has announced that it has completed its acquisition of Comhan, a South African flavour distributor. ADM has worked together with the local business for a number of
years, with the acquisition now
formal giving
new and current customers more direct access to ADM’s extensive portfolio and network of experts. “This acquisition marks very
a for exciting moment
to develop our Nutrition business in key
ADM, as we continue growth
markets including Africa. I am confident that this acquisition will open up opportunities for our customers in the region and build on the capabilities of our existing offices in Nigeria and Kenya.” said Calvin McEvoy, President Global Beverages ADM. Welcoming
Comhan ADM’s portfolio into comes
together with other recent investments in alternative flavour production, including the company’s recent state- of-the-art facilities in Pinghu, China and Berlin, Germany.
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