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‘Chocolate Wars’ book being made into TV show

The British production company run by ‘The Crown’ and ‘Suffragette’ producer Faye Ward optioned the book.

Crystal Lindell

August 29, 2018

It likely won’t be long until we can all watch the “Chocolate Wars” of the early nineteenth century play out on TV.

SweeTARTS names winner of gummy shape contest

Crystal May of Philadelphia won a year’s supply of SweeTARTS Gummies for her winning entry — the cellphone.

Crystal Lindell

August 29, 2018

After filtering through more than 3,000 contest entries, SweeTARTS finally selected the next gummy shape to appear in future bags of SweeTARTS Gummies nationwide.

Gerrit J. Verburg acquires classic gum brands from Mondelez International

Black Jack, Clover, Beemans gum projected to hit shelves in late 2018.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

August 29, 2018

Gerrit J. Verburg Co. has acquired three classic gum brands — Black Jack, Clove and Beemans — from Mondelez International.

Generation Z

How will Gen Z eat?

New Hartman Group reports looks at the next generation’s food habits.

Crystal Lindell

August 29, 2018

The Hartman Group recently released a new report about the next generation, which has an upper age limit of about 20, and the research delves into their shopping habits, cooking patterns and their views on brands.

ECRM Preview: New products slated to be showcased at event

Event kicks off Aug. 26 in Anaheim, Calif. and also will include insights from Larry Levin, of IRI.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

August 22, 2018

ECRM’s Candy Planning: Everyday & Summer Seasonal EPPS is just the place to find out what treats and trends will be hot over the next year, and Candy Industry can’t wait to see the products debuting at the show!

Can virtual reality improve the shopping experience?

Walmart applies for two patents in step toward virtual store.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

August 21, 2018

Walmart has applied for two patents for a “virtual store” and fulfillment system that includes VR headsets and sensor gloves. Could that improve — or impair — shopping at Walmart stores?

Mondelēz International advancing toward sustainability, well-being goals

Company report outlines progress made under Impact for Growth program.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

August 21, 2018

Mondelēz International continues to make progress under its Impact for Growth platform, designed to push the company to make achievements in sustainability, health and safety by 2020.