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Mondelez strengthens efforts to address child labor in cocoa production
DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Mondelez is taking the next step in its efforts to empower cocoa-farming communities through its Cocoa Life program.

The company commissioned two independent assessments of child protection in the cocoa sector in Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana. Human rights group Embode assessed conditions in Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana in 2015 and analyzed the environment and national child protection infrastructure.
Ensueño launches innovative laundry campaign

HOUSTON -- One of the leading fabric softener brands in the U.S. is launching a bold new campaign inviting consumers of all backgrounds and ages to celebrate and embrace their uniqueness.

Ragu debuts a thicker, heartier pasta sauce

MOUNT PROSPECT, Ill. -- Busy shoppers looking for a higher quality gravy for their pasta will have a new temptation from Ragu, which has launched a homestyle line of sauces.

New Ragu Homestyle sauces boast bold flavors and a thick and hearty texture that hugs pasta – a combination that pasta lovers will be able to see, smell and savor in every bite.
Bazooka Candy Brands debuts new Juicy Drop gum

NEW YORK -- Bazooka Candy Brands is expanding its popular Juicy Drop line of non-chocolate candy with new Juicy Drop Gum.
Speck debuts CandyShell Glitter smartphone cases

SAN MATEO, Calif. -- Smartphone owners shopping the electronics aisle have a durable and stylish new case from Speck to consider.

One of America's leading smartphone accessories brands has unveiled a new protective case called CandyShell Clear with Glitter, a shimmering new addition to the CandyShell collection.
Mead, Five Star create fashion-forward school supplies

KETTERING, Ohio -- Parents with students heading back to school this fall will find a dazzling new array of stylish school supplies from Mead and Five Star at their local drug stores.

The new school supply lines feature chic patterns and on-trend fashions diverse enough to fit any student's taste, yet affordable enough to match a parent's budget.

This year's top designs include:
Tide launches new eco-friendly detergent

CINCINNATI -- Eco-minded consumers have a new reason to shop the laundry aisle thanks to a new product from Tide.

Hitting shelves across the country this week is the latest innovation in Tide’s ongoing commitment to sustainability: Tide purclean. It's the first biobased laundry detergent with the cleaning power of Tide.
Nestle brings Turkish candy brand to the U.S.

GLENDALE, Calif. -- Nestle USA is bringing a beloved Turkish candy brand to the U.S. market in a bid to leverage the growth in the American chocolate market.

Damak is a premium chocolate brand with more than 80 years of rich, delicious pistachio chocolate history in Turkey.
Crystal Geyser refreshes its sparkling water line

SAN FRANCISCO -- Crystal Geyser Water Company is looking to leverage the rising popularity of sparkling water by adding two new flavors to its portfolio.

The company has introduced Peach and Pineapple-Mango sparkling water. Peach has the crisp, sweet flavor of fresh Georgia peaches and the Pineapple-Mango offers a tropical twist that is light and refreshing, according to Crystal Geyser.
Daelmans is expanding distribution of its popular Stroopwafels

NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Leading Dutch sweets brand Daelmans is expanding distribution of its popular Stroopwafels.

The company, in conjunction with Brand Passport Inc., is making its famous Stroopwafels available throughout Chicago at specialty stores, major grocery stores, convenience stores and other retailers.