date:Mar 08, 2013
operations by up to 10 per cent.
Brazils swelling middle class is one of the main factors driving consumption of food with richer flavour and more indulgent appeal, said Cargill. Accordingly, the demand for chocolate, ice cream, dairy beverages, cocoa powder beverages, desserts, biscuits, and other products containing cocoa products is on the rise and encouraging investment.
The Association of Cocoa Processors (AIPC) reports that in 2012 the industry experienced a 3% growth in the processing