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Cargill Scientists Work To Develop A Cocoa-Free Chocolate Alternative
Americans take down 12 pounds of chocolate a year, building up a delectable $22 billion market in the U.S. alone.
February 14, 2025
MINNEAPOLIS — Chocolate is by far the most popular Valentine's Day treat, but you might find it's getting more difficult to find sweet deals for your sweetheart.
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Prices are up nearly 20% because the cost of cocoa has more than doubled in the past year. Some say it's time to find an alternative to chocolate, and the search has ties to a Minnesota-based business.
Americans take down 12 pounds of chocolate a year, building up a delectable $22 billion market in the U.S. alone.
Find out what's happening in Across Minnesotafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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