Fun Friday: Planters searches for Peanutters, Mod Pizza charity campaign, Christmas snacking trends Most advent calendar purchasers are rule followers, enjoying one treat per day. Liz Parker Kuhn December 26, 2025 What state ranks No. 1 in terms of candy cane sales? Find out in this week's article.Read More
Nerds launches Juicy Gummy Clusters Alongside the new innovation, two limited-time Gummy Cluster flavors are also rolling out. Candy Industry Staff October 1, 2025 Building on the success of the original Nerds Gummy Clusters, the new Juicy Gummy Clusters feature a larger size, a crunchy outer layer of Nerds candies, and a chewy strawberry punch gummy with a liquid center. Read More
Ferrara introduces freeze-dried candy line SweeTarts, Lemonhead, and Spree debut in a trending format. Candy Industry Staff August 26, 2025 The treats will be available in 4 oz. packs at select retailers nationwide beginning in September.Read More
Laffy Taffy teams up with Damon Wayans Jr. The brand is launching its first-ever “Laff Line” with the celeb taking calls. Candy Industry Staff August 5, 2025 The candy company's Mini Bar now offers an improved wrapper, without any sticking or shredding.Read More
Ferrara holding company to acquire CPK Group The potential deal would add to the confectioner's portfolio of more than 30 brands. Candy Industry Staff July 14, 2025 The to-be-acquired company is a French manufacturer and distributor of candies and chocolates.Read More
Jelly Belly names Nassau Candy as distribution partner The company will begin stocking the candy brand's products on August 16. Candy Industry Staff July 8, 2025 The specialty and private label confection company has been chosen as the jelly bean brand's preferred distribution partner for its specialty channel. Read More
Dirty Dough releases LTO cookie with Nerds The Nerds Sugar Crush treat is available through June 19 and will return in August. SF&WB Staff June 18, 2025 The cookie company recently teamed up with Ferrara's Nerds brand to debut a sweet and colorful treat featuring the candy.Read More
Gopuff and Lemonhead Ropes announce collab We spoke to a Ferrara brand manager to learn more. Liz Parker Kuhn May 30, 2025 Lemonhead is delivering free packs of its new Lemonhead Ropes right to consumers' doors via its Virtual Sunshine Stand, supported by Gopuff.Read More
Ferrara debuts Lemonhead Ropes The new candy is wrapped in a chewy, citrusy outer layer. Candy Industry Staff May 28, 2025 The lemon-flavored candy brand is celebrating the launch of its latest innovation with 10,000 nationwide deliveries all summer long.Read More
Trendspotting at the 2025 Sweets & Snacks Expo This year's conference showcased plenty of trends, including lower-sugar candy. Liz Parker Kuhn May 27, 2025 Candy Industry Senior Editor Liz Parker Kuhn attended the show for her third year in a row.Read More