Allsome! Cinnamon Bitz Skeeter Snacks, Jacksonville, Fla. Abigail Watt July 13, 2016 Skeeter Snacks has launched a new, nut-free granola alternative that promises to delight both school kids and administrators.Read More
RCI hosts regional conference in Vancouver The conference will include networking sessions, presentations and tours. Abigail Watt July 13, 2016 Retail Confectioners International (RCI) will host an event in Vancouver, B.C., September 21-23.Read More
Nassau Candy acquires AmuseMints Newly formed company looks to become the largest supplier of confections and snacks to the souvenir industry. Abigail Watt July 13, 2016 AmuseMints has been a fixture in the souvenir market since 2004.Read More
Leading women in Côte d'Ivoire's cocoa industry visit Barry Callebaut Marie Zae Zea and N’Goran née Brou Oussu shared their experiences and efforts to further empower women in Western Africa. Abigail Watt July 6, 2016 Two leading women in Côte d'Ivoire's cocoa industry recently visited Barry Callebaut at the world's largest chocolate factory in Wieze.Read More
Mars' Principles in Action report shares health and sustainability commitments Report tracks the company's progress and achievements relating to its commitments. Abigail Watt July 6, 2016 The report helps share and track and company's progress every year, outlining Mars' achievements.Read More
Chocolats Favoris launches in Western Canada The artisan chocolate shop features a station dedicated to dipping soft-serve ice cream in chocolate. Abigail Watt July 6, 2016 Western Canada has a new chocolate destination.Read More
New Wasa THINS crackers packed with whole grains Barilla America, Inc., Chicago July 6, 2016 Wasa THINS are the latest addition to the Wasa line and meant to be enjoyed straight from the box.Read More
What Pepsi’s aspartame issues reveal about sugar substitutes The soda company brings back a diet version made with aspartame, after consumers reject sucralose formula. Crystal Lindell July 6, 2016 In case you wondering why all of our food isn’t just made with zero-calorie sugar substitutes, Pepsi’s latest issues with aspartame makes it pretty clear — fake sugar is really hard to do well.Read More
Hershey’s board rejects interest from Mondelēz Chocolate maker says Mondelēz offered $107 per share of Hershey common stock. Crystal Lindell June 30, 2016 The Hershey Co.’s Board has unanimously rejected interest from Mondelēz to acquire it.Read More
Union sells Bronx building, will host inventory auction Equipment and machinery company plans to create a network of warehouses. Crystal Lindell June 29, 2016 Union Standard Equipment & Union Confectionery Machinery have sold their historic building in the Bronx.Read More