A newly released report from the Hartman Group, Organic & Natural 2016, confirms what many retailers already know: organic and natural food sales are continuing to grow. This year, 82 percent of U.S. consumers indicated they use organic food and beverage products, a 9 point jump from two years ago.
Those of us who are in the confectionery business may feel a bit uneasy digesting child obesity figures, perhaps even feeling a little guilty. But let’s get one thing clear, eating candy in moderation doesn’t make you obese, particularly children.
Frankford Candy Co. has brought back the Wonder Ball, the hollow, milk chocolate treat filled with candy pieces that has become a nostalgic item among young adults.
Swiss cocoa and chocolate processor Barry Callebaut will invest $18 million in its Singapore production facility to help meet the growing demand for chocolate in Asia.