Confectionery industry aims for sustainable packaging The confectionery market has high turnover and is highly competitive. January 31, 2023 There is an increase in demand for sweets with more eco-friendly packaging.Read More
Father of Peeps, Bob Born, passes away at age 98 Ira "Bob" Born passed away peacefully on January 29. January 31, 2023 Son of the company's founder joined Just Born in 1945 after World War II where he honorably served in the Navy. Read More
Hershey's Chocolate World celebrates 50th anniversary Anniversary events include a chocolate sculpture, new attraction, and more. January 30, 2023 The fan-favorite attraction is celebrating the milestone with year-long events, sweet treats, and a new attraction coming just in time for summer. Read More
Fairtrade launches map to identify human rights, environmental risks for major commodities Risk map covers coffee, cocoa, honey, and more. January 30, 2023 Thorough risk assessment and collaboration with farmers and workers are cornerstones of sustainable supply chains and essential for evolving due diligence requirements.Read More
Candystore.com creates map highlighting favorite Valentine's Day candy by state 57% of consumers expected to purchase candy this year for Valentine's Day. January 30, 2023 Consumers will be spending $25.9 billion this year on Valentine's Day treats, which is even more than last year's $23.9 billion.Read More
IT'SUGAR expands Lynnfield, MA location, opens Dania Beach, FL location Florida store grand opening kicks off a year of openings for the brand, including a 16,000+ square feet dept. store in Miami in summer 2022. January 30, 2023 IT'SUGAR recently expanded its Lynnfield, MA location and opened a 3,500 square foot store in Dania Beach, FL.Read More
Registration now open for 2023 Sweets & Snacks Expo More than 16,000 people estimated to attend this year's show. January 27, 2023 The Sweets & Snacks Expo announced that registration is now open for the 2023 show, taking place May 22–25 at McCormick Place, Chicago.Read More
Japan wins 2023 Pastry World Cup France took second place, with Italy coming in third. January 27, 2023 On January 21, the Pastry World Cup, during Sirha Lyon 2023, announced Japan as its first-place winner. Read More
VIDEO: Top 10 new products of 2022 The top 10 new products of last year based on stats from Google Analytics. Liz Parker Kuhn January 27, 2023 An overview of the top ten products of 2022 posted on Candy Industry's website.Read More
PMCA announces 76th Production Conference Agenda and registration now available for the conference. January 26, 2023 PMCA's production conference will take place April 17–19, at the Lancaster County Convention Center in Lancaster, PA.Read More