Chocolate love has its price on Valentine’s Day as cocoa costs make hearts shudder, not flutter
With the price of cocoa beans setting unprecedented records on the commodities market, it will certainly turn the gift of ...
Cocoa prices are up, chocolate consumption is down for America’s favorite confection
Minnetonka-based agribusiness Cargill expects Americans to buy 75 million pounds of chocolate for Valentine’s Day.
Timing of Valentine’s Day brings boost to local businesses
Local businesses are expecting a boost from Valentine’s Day this year, especially given that the holiday falls on a Friday before a long weekend and school vacation.
Long Island winter farmers markets for 2025
During the growing season, Long Island boasts around 40 farmers markets. This winter, that number dwindles to five, and all ...
Why Your Valentine’s Chocolate Is Getting More Expensive
The extent of supply issues for a key ingredient means that prices are unlikely to return soon to the levels chocolate makers ...