Greener chocolate: Why building a more resilient cocoa industry is crucial for Cadbury

Michael Holder
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All UK Cadbury products will carry the Cocoa Life sustainability mark by the end of 2018 as part of owner Mondelēz International's efforts to boost supply chain resilience

Over the coming months, chocolate lovers may notice a change to their beloved Cadbury Freddos. No, don't panic, the small frog-emblazoned treat has not been given another retail price hike - a regular...

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