| March 14, 2013 | News for the confectionery industry |
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- Larry Graham on FOX: U.S. sugar program is "crazy"
 Speaking on the FOX Business Network, NCA president Larry Graham said "what there should be is a free market in sugar" without subsidies and bailouts. "We need the sugar growers, we're not against them, we just feel they should have to compete in the free market just like we do."  Fox Business
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- ConAgra Mills adds ancient grains
ConAgra Mills has introduced buckwheat, spelt, and puffed and toasted grains to its line of ancient grains. "These varieties are all about textures, flavors and colors for a number of applications like snacks, crackers, bars and baked goods for use as a topical or in dough, batter and breading mixes," said Joni Huffman, director of business development. BakeryAndSnacks.com (France)
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- NCA proposes calorie labeling program
The NCA is proposing a Treat Right calorie labeling program for the confectionery industry, which would put calorie amounts and serving sizes on the front of packages. NCA President Larry Graham said calories per serving are the most relevant information because that is the nutrient information consumers are looking for when they pick up a candy bar. CandyAndSnackToday.com
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- Cocoa Family debuts transparency program
Cocoa Family has introduced a program that uses QR codes to give manufacturers detailed information about cocoa ingredients, including where they were grown and when they were harvested. "It is not enough anymore to just be labeled organic or kosher. We are making sure that our buyers have the knowledge of where and when the cacao ingredients were produced," said Vaagn Arakelyan, director of Cocoa Trade. CandyAndSnackToday.com
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- Editorial: Congress should roll back sugar subsidies
 The U.S. Department of Agriculture said it may have to buy sugar back from processors who are defaulting on government loans. Like other subsidies, this one benefits a few at the expense of many, argues a Bloomberg editorial. "Congress plans to take another shot at writing a farm bill this year. A good place to start would be rolling back sugar subsidies. If legislators lacked a good reason before, they should have one now," the editors wrote. Bloomberg
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