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Gen Z and Millennial culture drives flavor trends for hard candy, particularly for tropical and global profiles, says a representative from the brand. 

The Red, White, and Bling Ring Pop combines consumer-favorite red cherry and blue raspberry flavors in a festive release inspired by America’s 250th anniversary.

The confectionery ingredient is suitable for use in any enrobing application, including chocolate bars.

From Dubai chocolate to premium desserts, brands are balancing comfort, texture, and flavor innovation with consumer demand for emotional wellness and better-for-you ingredients.

The brand is embarking on its first cross-category expansion after launching chicken-based chips.

The unified approach links confection, salty, and better‑for‑you snacking to meet more occasions and strengthen retail execution.

The conference welcomed 17,500 attendees and 1,000 exhibitors showcasing the latest confectionery and snack products, offering a sneak peek at the consumer trends shaping the future of the category.

The frozen snacks and appetizers brand is building on the U.S. launch of its Hane-Style Gyoza, responding to demand for global flavors and convenient formats.

The meat snack received a Most Innovative New Product Award for its bacon jerky developed through a licensing collaboration with Cinnabon.

The 2026 conference will explore challenges in the packaging industry.