State of the Industry 2025: Non-chocolate makers adapt to new trends Consumers are drawn to BFY options, novel flavor combinations, and textures like freeze-dried candy. Chris Lewis September 24, 2025 The sector is focusing on cleaner ingredients and more distinct offerings. Read More
State of the Industry 2025: Hard year for hard candy Consumers are looking for social-media-shareable options, and health-related claims like zero sugar. Ed Finkel September 24, 2025 The “grandma’s purse” category aims to step up its game.Read More
State of the Industry 2025: Mints hold steady over the year With ups and downs among producers, the category overall broke even. Jenni Spinner September 24, 2025 While sales of sugarless products remained even compared to the previous year, regular items saw their bubble burst.Read More
Iconic Candy announces triple expansion The nostalgic company's growth includes nationwide availability at Walmart. Candy Industry Staff September 23, 2025 The company is focused on reviving legacy candy brands like Retro Sours, Bubble Jug, Creme Savers, Ouch! Bubble Gum, and Squeeze Pop.Read More
State of the Industry 2025: Gum sales drop over recent months The category is still a multi-million business, but producers are facing declining demand. Jenni Spinner September 23, 2025 While sales of sugarless products remained even compared to the previous year, regular items saw their bubble burst.Read More
State of the Industry 2025: Chocolate consumers keep craving treats Challenges and uncertainty continue, but resilient producers continue to innovate. Jenni Spinner September 23, 2025 Despite ongoing cocoa market volatility and other obstacles, candy companies keep delivering the chocolate treats shoppers desire.Read More
State of the Industry 2025: Publisher's note Consumers are seeking bold flavors, unique textures, and other adventures in novelty candy. Douglas J. Peckenpaugh September 22, 2025 The sector is focusing on cleaner ingredients and more distinct offerings.Read More
Crunch introduces white chocolate bar LTO Crunch White is available at retailers nationwide through December 2025. Candy Industry Staff September 18, 2025 The Crunch White bar is backed by consumer demand and is available in time for Halloween. Read More
The future of water ice is freeze-dried: Sugar Crunch Candy A collab between Philly establishments has resulted in an innovative confection. Bailee Henderson September 17, 2025 Sugar Crunch Candy's freeze-dried water ice (also known as "Italian ice"), made in partnership with John's Water Ice, represents the culture of Philadelphia, and aims to make make freeze-dried history, nationwide.Read More
Venchi adds two Chococaviar flavors The new varieties include a dark chocolate Lampone and a hazelnut Gianduia. Candy Industry Staff September 16, 2025 Now comprising eight total flavors, the Chocoviar line features filled chocolate pieces topped with crunchy chocolate grains.Read More