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HARIBO selects Milwaukee firm as general contractor for Wisconsin factory

Construction on facility is set to being as soon as possible in 2020.

November 2, 2020

Gilbane Building Company will be responsible for all construction and work-site management. Construction on HARIBO of America's 136.8-acre facility is going to begin as soon as possible in 2020.

Spirulina offer solutions for clean-label blues in candy

With a wide range of formats available, EXBERRY spirulina concentrates can deliver clean-label blue shades for almost any type of confectionery.

Jeannette O’Brien,

October 28, 2020

Blue is big in 2020. But with consumer acceptance of artificial food dyes continuing to decline, using a clean-label alternative is essential.

TPG Growth takes majority stake in SmartSweets, brings on new CEO

Founder Tara Bosch will remain with the company, focusing on innovation, strategic initiatives.

October 28, 2020

TPG Growth received its stake from SmartSweets’ management and other shareholders. Tara Bosch, who founded SmartSweets in 2015, will remain the largest individual shareholder.

Debbas Gourmet aims to strike a chord with new chocolate line

Maxwell Debbas talks wholesale, A’cappella Chocolate and chocolate subscription services.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

October 27, 2020

Maxwell Debbas, managing partner, new product development specialist and chocolatier, recently spoke to Candy Industry about Debbas Gourmet’s wholesale opportunities, the inspiration behind the A’cappella line and its chocolate subscription services.

2021 Sweets & Snacks Expo set for June in Indianapolis

Event to be held at Indiana Convention Center June 22-25.

October 27, 2020

The 2021 Sweets & Snacks Expo has been scheduled for June 22-25 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, the National Confectioners Association (NCA) announced Tuesday.

Latest IRI data offers insight into how COVID-19 is impacting candy sales

While gum, mints, and gift box chocolate dollar sales are down, chocolate candy, non-chocolate candy and sugar-free chocolate all increased.

Crystal Lindell

October 26, 2020

The data makes it clear that the coronavirus has indeed left its mark on the sector.

PTL introduces smaller, faster chocolate melter

PTL Melter V20 offers faster melting, smaller product footprint, quick changeovers.

October 23, 2020

The PTL Melter V20 offers greater power and flexibility with a 45 percent smaller footprint.

Packaged Facts: Halloween 2020 offers opportunity for food gifting

Gifting companies continue to expand options for other holidays, year-round occasions.

October 23, 2020

For American consumers who find trick-or-treating during the coronavirus pandemic to be more chilling than thrilling, food gifts offer an opportunity to safely scare up both smiles and sweets, Packaged Facts says in a new report.

Barry Callebaut launches cacaofruit ingredients under Cabosse Naturals brand

Range includes pulp, juice, concentrate and flour made from cacaofruit peel.

October 23, 2020

Barry Callebaut has launched Cabosse Naturals, a range of 100% pure cacaofruit ingredients including pulp, juice, concentrate and cascara, a fine flour made from the peel of the fruit.