Confectionery companies commit to providing transparency, choice 05.12.2017 By Monica Watrous Over the next five years, half of individually wrapped products made by the participating companies will be available in sizes that contain 200 calories or fewer per pack.Read More
Topps taps new leader for global confectionery division 04.20.2017 By Rebekah Schouten Tony Jacobs tasked with advancing and evolving the company’s Bazooka Candy Brands portfolio.Read More
Seasonal innovation driving chocolate product launches 04.13.2017 By Monica Watrous Twenty-eight per cent of seasonal launches last year were positioned for Easter, according to Mintel.Read More
New confection and snacks company created 04.04.2017 By Eric Schroeder Private equity firm forms Bettera Brands behind 'buy and build' strategy.Read More
Mars to up investments in United States 03.30.2017 By Eric Schroeder Plans include adding a line for Twix candy at Topeka, Kas., facility.Read More
Ferrero names new c.e.o. 03.30.2017 By Rebekah Schouten Lapo Civiletti will be the first non-family c.e.o. in the company’s history.Read More
Haribo to build first U.S. manufacturing plant in Wisconsin 03.23.2017 By Monica Watrous Gummy bear maker has 16 facilities throughout Europe.Read More
Ferrero International to acquire Fannie May Confections 03.16.2017 By Keith Nunes As part of the transaction 1-800-Flowers.com will gain some distribution rights for certain Ferrero brands.Read More
Simply Gum unveiling mints at Expo West 03.08.2017 By Monica Watrous Available in mint, ginger and cinnamon flavors, Mints by Simply Gum contain three or four ingredients.Read More
Hershey set to build on 2016 innovation successes in 2017 02.06.2017 By Keith Nunes Such new products as Reese's Crunch Cookie Cups and Hershey's Crunchers are set to debut.Read More