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Canadian Chocolatiers Adapt to Cocoa Price Surge

4/2/2026

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  • Canadian craft chocolate makers adapt to a volatile cocoa market, where prices spike due to climate change and supply chain issues.
  • Taylor Kennedy of Sirene Chocolate maintains prices despite rising costs, emphasizing quality over mass-market options.
  • Maud Gaudreau, chocolatier, has raised prices but insists on using only premium beans.
  • The Hershey Company is reformulating products, reducing cocoa content, and using cheaper substitutes, sparking consumer dissatisfaction.