Candy Industry

07/03/2024

Leading cannabis brands, including Kiva Confections, have adopted the Ganjier Product Specialist program to provide their workforces with a comprehensive understanding of cannabis products, consumption methods, quality preservation techniques, and assessment best practices.

Leading cannabis brands have adopted the Ganjier Product Specialist program to provide their workforces with a comprehensive understanding of cannabis products, consumption methods, quality preservation techniques and assessment best practices.

07/02/2024

SNICKERS has announced a new signing, in time for the summer of football: football manager José Mourinho. In a first of its kind partnership, the brand has teamed up with José to pioneer a fully authorized AI clone, ready to take on Own Goals for football fans across the globe.

In a first of its kind partnership, the brand has teamed up with José to pioneer a fully authorized AI clone, ready to take on Own Goals for football fans across the globe.

07/02/2024

🎧 LISTEN: Ali Wing, CEO, Ooblisweetproteins, talks to us about Oobli's low-sugar, better-for-you selections, as well as trends in the confectionery space this year.

Ali Wing, CEO, Oobli, talks to us about Oobli's low-sugar, better-for-you chocolate selections, as well as trends in the better-for-you confectionery space this year.

07/02/2024

As interest in “healthier” snack options ramps up, there’s also a segment of consumers ready to try products with a angle. To explore this topic more, we checked in with Cargill about better-for-you candy and how manufacturers can tweak their products to fit the category.

A representative from Cargill speaks about better-for-you candy and how manufacturers can tweak their products to fit the category.

07/01/2024

Frédéric (Fred) Porchet will succeed Stewart Dryburgh as general manager, Nestlé International Travel Retail, effective September 1.

Frédéric (Fred) Porchet will succeed Stewart Dryburgh as general manager, Nestlé International Travel Retail (NITR), effective September 1.

07/01/2024

On June 28, See's Candies and McConnell's Fine Ice Creams launched a limited-time collection from the two heritage, California-based brands, consisting of four McConnell's x See's ice cream flavors.

Two California brands come together for a sweet collaboration launching June 28.

07/01/2024

Anthony-Thomas Candy Company, known for its buckeyes and other treats, is currently undergoing a 20,000 square foot expansion of its facility, which is about 65% completed.

We were able to talk to Nick Trifelos, national sales and marketing manager, Anthony-Thomas (as well as a 5th generation family member!) about the expansion and what it means for the company.

We talked to an Anthony-Thomas Chocolates representative about the expansion and what it means for the company.

06/28/2024

M&M'S USA is the leading confectionary brand named in the 2024 Morning Consult Most Trusted Brand report. The annual report spotlights standout organizations that have earned the reputation of consumer trust.

The annual Morning Consult Most Trusted Brand report spotlights standout organizations that have earned the reputation of consumer trust.

06/28/2024

🎉 Retail Confectioners International recently awarded the 2024 Henry J. Bornhofft Memorial Award at its Annual Convention & Industry Expo. This year's honored recipient was Tim Burke of Burke Candy & Ingredients. Congrats!

Read more here: https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/111593-rci-awards-2024-henry-j-bornhoftt-award-to-tim-burke

06/27/2024

The Sour Patch Kids is launching its own sour-then-sweet world on
Roblox, a global immersive platform where millions of people connect and communicate daily.

Sour Patch Kids is launching its own world on Roblox, a global immersive platform where millions of people connect and communicate daily.

06/27/2024

🎉 The NCSA/Candy Hall of Fame, which is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year, has opened registration for the 53rd Candy Hall of Fame weekend, honoring nine industry leaders who have significantly impacted the confectionery industry.

The nine industry leaders being inducted into the Candy Hall of Fame hail from Perfetti Van Melle, Smarties Candy Company, Thayer Distribution, Vistar, Amos Sweets, PIM Brands, Rome Consulting, Blommer Chocolate Company, and Mars Wrigley.

Read more here: https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/111582-2024-candy-hall-of-fame-weekend-opens-registration

06/26/2024

More news from last week's Retail Confectioners International conference: RCI announced three finalists and one winner of the inaugural Grand Confection Award, a celebration of creativity and craftsmanship in the industry.

This year’s panel of judges included Rebecca Craig of Marie's Candies, Randy Hofberger of R&D Candy Consultants, Mike Koch (retired from Sanders), and Jeffery Smith of Peterbrooke Chocolatier.

Congrats to the three finalists and one winner:
-Sea Salt Caramel by Bomboy’s Home Made Candy
-Sea Salt Caramel by Fascia’s Chocolates
-Caramel-Nougat Fratello by Romolo Chocolates
-WINNER: Caramel Macchiato with Espresso Sea Salt by Chocolates by Tina Marie.

Retail Confectioners International (RCI) announced three finalists and one winner of the inaugural Grand Confection Award, a celebration of creativity and craftsmanship in the confectionery industry.

06/26/2024

Fairtrade International released its 2023 Annual Report last week during its General Assembly, showcasing the organization’s priorities and milestones, including progress on issues such as tackling deforestation, human rights, and living incomes.

The report showcases the organization’s priorities and milestones, including progress on sustainability issues such as tackling deforestation, human rights, and living incomes.

06/25/2024

ofi has unveiled a new strategy, "Choices for Change," and its 2030 targets.

New 2030 social and environmental targets set for ofi’s global operations, including cocoa.

06/24/2024

🥒 We post many confectionery and candy products to our site throughout the year, but one product stood out from the rest in our analytics research: American Licorice Company's Sour Punch Pickle Roulette.

We post many confectionery and candy products to our site throughout the year, but one product stood out from the rest in our analytics: Sour Punch Pickle Roulette.

06/21/2024

Ghana, the world's second-largest producer, wants to delay delivery of up to 350,000 tons of beans next season due to poor crops.

Cocoa prices have more than doubled this year, and as a result, chocolate makers around the world are raising prices for consumers.

Chocolatiers raise prices amid the struggle to find cocoa beans.

06/20/2024

We were recently able to touch base with Doug Dressman, CEO, Esther Price Candies to chat about the company's origins and how it keeps up with consumer trends.

We recently touched base with Doug Dressman, CEO, Esther Price, to chat about the company's origins and how it keeps up with consumer trends.

06/19/2024

Constantia Flexibles' new product, a wax-free twist-wrap made entirely from paper, prioritizes recyclability and supports the global shift toward sustainable products.

The new product, a wax-free twist-wrap made entirely from paper, prioritizes recyclability and supports the global shift toward sustainable products.

06/19/2024

Check out our Expo roundup video!

📺 WATCH: Once again, the annual National Confectioners Association annual show did not disappoint. Candy Industry Senior Editor Elizabeth Parker and SF&WB Chief Editor Jenni Spinner discuss the high points and key trends of this year's .

(featuring products + news from Amos Sweets, Lindt, The Hershey Company, Ferrara Candy Shop, and more!)

Watch it here: https://www.snackandbakery.com/videos/6355248007112?bctid=6355248007112

06/18/2024

Justin's is launching a new pollinator-friendly badge that will be showcased across all Justin’s packaging in celebration of National Pollinator Month.

The company is celebrating National Pollinator Month with a digital awareness campaign showcasing why pollinators are so important to our food system.

06/17/2024

The Almond Board of California has launched its Almond Butter and Masterclass series, a collaboration with Ecole Chocolat Professional School of Chocolate Arts.

The new virtual series, made in partnership with Ecole Chocolat, aims to deliver insights and inspiration from master chocolatiers.

06/14/2024

📺 WATCH: Joel Melton, director of marketing, Xlear (maker of Spry brand), recently sat down with us to discuss consumer and behaviors in the and category.

A representative from Xlear (Spry gum parent company) discusses consumer trends and behaviors in the gum and mints category.

06/14/2024

For the first time ever, customers can enjoy a bite-sized version of See's Candies classic dark chocolate Scotchmallow.

The honey is sourced from various locations every year, and See's confectionary experts spend weeks verifying the flavor and blend.

06/13/2024

Target has introduced a curated selection of The Functional Chocolate Company's most sought-after products, including Energy Chocolate, Sleepy , and Carefree Chocolate for Stress and Anxiety.

The Functional Chocolate Company pairs vegan dark chocolate with a proprietary blend of condition-specific nutraceuticals, including vitamins, minerals, botanicals, and amino acids.

06/13/2024

Chocolove has welcomed Sarah Losoya as the sales director natural channel USA. Prior to joining Chocolove, Losoya held sales roles at YumEarth, most recently senior director of sales.

Previously with YumEarth, Sarah Losoya brings brand building experience in natural and specialty foods sectors.

06/12/2024

The Retailer Cocoa Collaboration’s latest trader assessment has revealed that the incoming EU Deforestation Regulation is driving efforts on traceability of cocoa supplies. However, alongside this positive finding, the RCC reports a lack of progress on tackling poverty and child labor within the sector.

The report's key takeaway is that indirect supply chains are risk hotspots for environmental and human rights issues.

06/11/2024

Every year brings a slew of flavor trends in the candy industry—some new, and some older, being revived (for example, "newstalgia"). We recently caught up with ADM to chat about trends in the industry.

We recently caught up with a spokesperson from ADM to chat about flavor trends in the confectionery industry.

06/10/2024

💡 Did you know that 86% of people going on a road trip will bring along chocolate and candy, 82% will share treats on a family visit, and 68% will hit the beach with their favorites in tow? National Confectioners Association says that Americans will kick off summer by celebrating in June—and they'll continue to enhance their special moments with chocolate and candy all summer long.

For the $48 billion confectionery industry, National Candy Month is a pivotal point in the treating calendar.

06/08/2024

The 2024 Sweets & Snacks Expo recently finished its first of many years to come in Indianapolis. Before the show, we chatted with Carly Schildhaus, National Confectioners Association, about the show's move from Chicago to Indianapolis this year, and advice for both first-timers and veteran attendees.

Watch the full link: https://brnw.ch/21wKzmC