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2021 confectionery industry events impacted by COVID-19

Here’s a running list of events canceled, postponed or shifted to virtual.

December 3, 2020

Confectionery industry events for 2021 have been canceled as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, while others are moving ahead in a virtual format.

interpack 2021 canceled due to COVID-19

Organizers cite increasing infections, restrictions for cancelation.

December 3, 2020

Organizers for interpack have canceled the 2021 event due to increasing COVID-19 infections and ongoing travel restrictions.

Candy Industry launches new logo and website

New site offers easier navigation, while also highlighting our best content

Crystal Lindell

December 2, 2020

Candy Industry has been through a lot of changes in the last couple years, but we remain committed to covering the industry in ways that truly help you navigate all of the news and trends.

Lidl US to introduce private-label chocolate bars made with Fairtrade cocoa

Lidl to pay second premium for every metric ton of cocoa purchased for the bars.

December 2, 2020

Known as Way To Go!, the bars are made with cocoa sourced from the Kuapa Kokoo in Ghana.

FB Washburn launches Pucker Suckers

Hard candy pieces each feature two sour flavors.

December 1, 2020

FB Washburn Candy Co. recently introduced Pucker Suckers, a line of super-sour, dual-flavored hard candies.

Ford Gum introduces Carousel Bright Lights bubble gum

Each unit has 28 gumballs packaged to look like holiday lights.

December 1, 2020

Carousel Bright Lights Bubble Gum features colorful gumballs packaged to look like holiday lights.

2020 Cocoa Barometer report draws attention to challenges in cocoa sector

Created biennially by the VOICE Network, report offers suggestions to better serve farmers.

December 1, 2020

In its biennial review of the cocoa sector, the VOICE Network found cocoa farming communities are still battling the effects of poverty, child labor and deforestation.

Flexibility is key to form-fill-seal packaging equipment

tna solutions discusses benefits of form-fill-seal packaging.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

December 1, 2020

Balancing the demand for different pack sizes with a range of production considerations is no easy feat, but form-fill-seal machines can make the job a little easier.