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Ford Gum

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: $2.9B gum category sees declines in light of COVID-19 pandemic

Dollar sales dropped by 8 percent in the year ending June 14, IRI says.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
July 13, 2020
Overall, the chewing gum category continues to see declines in both dollar sales and unit sales, but these drops could be exacerbated by consumers staying home during lockdowns prompted by the coronavirus pandemic.
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SMASHGUMMY

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Gummies drive growth in chewy candy category

Non-chocolate chewy candy generated $3.9B in the year ending June 14, IRI reports.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
July 13, 2020
Established gummy brands and category newcomers continue to drive growth in the non-chocolate chewy candy sector.
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candy dish

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: COVID-19 impacts every category

Unprecedented times are offering the industry the chance to innovate and adapt.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
July 13, 2020
There’s no way to write about the State of the Confectionery industry without leading with COVID-19. The global pandemic hit the U.S. in early 2020, and it’s had a massive impact on the country and the global economy.
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#StopHateForProfit

We support the candy companies halting Facebook ads as part of #StopHateForProfit

Companies including Hershey, Mars have stopped advertising on Facebook to protest hate speech on its platforms.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
July 8, 2020
A number of confectionery companies are participating in the #StopHateForProfit campaign, and we wanted to take a moment to applaud them for doing so.
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Jelly Belly Scottie Dogs

Jelly Belly to introduce Scottie Dogs in August

Scottie Dogs licorice available in red and black varieties.
July 8, 2020

Jelly Belly Candy Co. has expanded its growing line of candy offerings to include Jelly Belly Scottie Dogs licorice.


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Sweets and Snacks Expo

NCA launches Sweets & Snacks On Demand

Digital platform launched after cancelation of 2020 in-person event.
July 8, 2020

The National Confectioners Association has launched Sweets & Snacks On Demand after canceling the 2020 in-person event as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.


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Puratos Group expands presence in Africa with 4 subsidiaries

Company investing in production in Kenya, Ivory Coast, Ethiopia and Nigeria.
July 8, 2020

Puratos Group has invested in production facilities in Kenya, Ivory Coast, Ethiopia and Nigeria with the goal of reducing food imports and the company’s ecological footprint while contributing to food security in Africa.


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Yowie gummies

Yowie Group donates nearly 10K treats to healthcare centers, shelters

Company began coordinating donations in May.
July 8, 2020

Yowie began coordinating with hospitals and shelters in early May to donate their products, including surprise-inside chocolate eggs, gummies and bites.


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ESC Oat Milk Chips

Endangered Species Chocolate, Lily’s launch baking chips

New baking products help consumers avoid dairy, high sugar content.
July 6, 2020

Endangered Species Chocolate (ESC) and Lily’s have both launched baking chips to meet the needs of consumers looking to avoid dairy and high sugar content, respectively.


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Cargill chocolate and nuts

COVID-19’s impact on functional ingredient trends and other insights from Cargill

The ingredient company offers advice on how to navigate the functional ingredient sector.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
July 6, 2020
Experts at Cargill recently took some time to answer questions about functional ingredients, offering insights into health-conscious consumers, the impact of COVID-19 and balancing health benefits with taste.
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