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Better-for-you snack bars satisfy consumers

Driven by a growing emphasis on health and wellness, demand for nutritional snack bars is surging.

Liz Parker Kuhn

February 25, 2025

From protein-packed powerhouses to fruit-filled delights, consumers have wide choices in snack bars.

Mars pledges to empower dairy farmers to reduce on-farm emissions

Half of the company's investment will go towards on-farm tools, technology.

Candy Industry Staff

February 20, 2025

The Farmer Forward Program is a five-year investment the snacking company created in partnership with global dairy producer and longtime supplier Fonterra.

Mars c-store treats take off

A brand spokesperson chats about new products, trends, and more.

Liz Parker Kuhn

January 29, 2025

The brand recently launched new M&M’s, Skittles, and Snickers flavors at NACS.

Tru Fru debuts Valentine's Day lineup

The freeze-dried fruit is covered in dark chocolate and available at Walmart.

Candy Industry Staff

January 28, 2025

For the first time ever, the brand is offering seasonal Valentine's Day packaging to celebrate the occasion, exclusively sold at Walmart.

Great American Cookies releases Turtle Cookies

Sister brand Marble Slab Creamery is also debuting a Snickers innovation.

SF&WB Staff

January 27, 2025

The franchise and its sister company, Marble Slab Creamery, are both launching innovations with Snickers.

Ethel M Chocolate unveils LTO Valentine's Day collection

Ethel M Chocolates unveils LTO Valentine's Day collection

Consumers can choose from 3 seasonal selections or a custom box.

Candy Industry Staff

January 16, 2025

In celebration of the season of love, the Las Vegas-based chocolatier is offering gourmet chocolates for Valentine's Day gifting and enjoyment.

NCA reveals 10th Future Leadership Program class

The initiative recognizes promising young members of the confectionery industry.

Candy Industry Staff

January 15, 2025

The program is dedicated to helping young professionals in the confectionery industry access networking and professional development opportunities to gain career experience

Mars Wrigley GEM chats chocolate trends, sustainability

The company says maintaining a sustainable supply chain is central to its mission.

Liz Parker Kuhn

January 3, 2025

Kavita Jain, vice president of supply chain for the Global Emerging Markets (GEM) division at Mars Wrigley, talks about chocolate trends, sustainability, and what's next for the company for 2025.