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Brand owners in every consumer packaged goods category, including candy, continue seeking out and employing new materials in the ongoing effort to create a more sustainable package.

Vegan and keto-friendly, the bites are free from dairy, gluten, corn syrup, cholesterol, sugar alcohols, palm oil and artificial ingredients.

Available in a whimsical, colorful package, this new mix stands out against the brand's traditional fruit-forward flavors and combinations.

Numerator says consumers indicate a willingness to return to pre-pandemic behaviors across celebration plans, gifting categories and shopping methods.

“Valentine’s Day is positioned at the nexus of two powerful trends defining the confectionery category right now. Consumers are sharing chocolate and candy more frequently, and shoppers are increasingly looking for little moments to treat themselves," said NCA's John Downs.

HARIBO has launched three new products for Valentine’s Day, joining returning seasonal favorites.

American Licorice is encouraging fans to think outside the box (of chocolate) this Valentine's Day with sweet new seasonal launches.

Chouquette Chocolates has unveiled two patent-pending chocolate puzzles meant to celebrate love in all of its forms, just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Candy Industry recently spoke to Chef Selassie Atadika about the founding of Midunu Chocolates, the company’s recent recognition at the 2021 Chocolate Alliance Awards and the significance of creating fine chocolates in Ghana, the second largest cocoa producer in the world.

CandyStore.com uses 14 years of sales data to show each state's favorite Valentine's Day candy.