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From 1900 B.C. to the present day, take a look at how chocolate got its start, the town that postponed Thanksgiving because of pie problems, and the Mickey Mouse Pez dispenser that sold for $7,000.

Growth has slowed in many regions and several sectors, particularly those buffeted by wars and economic slowdowns. Still, all signs suggest it’s just a matter of taking a deep breath before innovative new products spur a resurgence.

Consumer demand for clear and clean labels has suppliers offering natural and innovative alternatives.

Wolfgang Candy Co., York, Pa.

Pinnacle Foods, Inc., Miami, Fla.

Radz Brands, Portland, Ore.

Winkler und Dünnebier Süßwarenmaschinen GmbH mogul unit Type 562 is customized for the manufacture of all starch-moulded products.

Lily’s Sweets, LLC, Seattle, Wash.

The Hershey Co., Hershey, Pa.

San Leandro, Calif.