Candy Industry Trends

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Among the factors driving growth are expanding interest in the vegan diet and increased awareness of environmental protection and animal cruelty campaigns.

Overall, grocery prices continued to rise in June with beverages seeing the largest impact.

The global competition recognizes and celebrates best-in-class package redesigns and the business impacts they make for their companies.

Overall, dollar sales of gift box chocolates are up about 8 percent, but price per unit increases played a role for some brands.

Gum manufacturers say focusing on innovation and amping up marketing efforts have helped the category correct course after two difficult years during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Throughout July 2022, Candy Industry took a deep dive into various confectionery categories, including hard candy, gum, truffles and filled chocolates, and gummies and jellies.

The versatility of the gummy format is one driver of the category’s growth. 

Established in 2007, TasteTV International Chocolate Salon is one of the premier international bodies celebrating and honoring artisan and premium chocolates and confections.

Established in 2007, TasteTV International Chocolate Salon is one of the premier international bodies celebrating and honoring artisan and premium chocolates and confections.

Established in 2007, TasteTV International Chocolate Salon is one of the premier international bodies celebrating and honoring artisan and premium chocolates and confections.