There are many fine training opportunities in our industry this year to build your skills. The Allured Fund for Confectionery Education need-based grants provide financial help for industry members who wish to expand their food-science knowledge or confectionery skills through continuing education courses. Due dates are on the 15th of...
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Do you know a student interested in confectionery career opportunities?
The Confectionery Foundation announces the NextGen career education program at Sweets & Snacks Expo 2016. College and Masters Degree students, aged 21 to 29, who are interested in learning more about working in the confectionery industry are invited by The Confectionery Foundation to apply for the Next Generation program at...
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Almonds and Chocolate are a great pair
Looking for videos and recipes using chocolate and almonds? 80% of the world’s crop of almonds is grown in California. There are more than 30 different varieties of almonds and 10 of these comprise the majority of almonds produced in California. While the U.S. may be the largest market for...
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Mentors can help guide toward clearer business & career decisions
As business and career decisions become more complex with overlapping regulations, requirements and challenges, seek wisdom and guidance from several mentors. Author Minda Zetlin illustrates in this Inc Magazine article Why the Smartest Entrepreneurs Have Multiple Mentors. Her recommendations include: 1. Find a mentor for each area of expertise you...
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Apply for an Allured Fund grant. Build your job skills.
Improve your knowledge of food science and confectionery manufacturing through attending practical training or an educational conference this year. The Allured Fund for Confectionery Education provides need-based financial help for industry members who wish to expand their food-science knowledge or confectionery skills through approved continuing education programs. Due dates are...
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Jelly Belly introduces organic line
Jelly Belly is debuting a line of new organic jelly beans and fruit snacks that currently sell in bulk but will be available in packaged form later this season. The new products, which will be manufactured in the company’s North Chicago plant, feature reformulated, non-GMO ingredients, including the replacement of...
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Hershey invites inventors to create temp control packaging
Are you a FIRST Robotics Alum? A creative packaging designer? Hershey is looking for innovative ideas so it can better ship chocolate in warm climates and summertime. Welcome to supply chain crowdsourcing style. Read about the contest in this ZDNet article by Larry Dignan....
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