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Tesla designer helps create new chocolate chip shape for Dandelion Chocolate

Featuring pointed edges and smooth sides, the new chocolate chip design creates a different mouthfeel.

July 27, 2020

“The edges of a Dandelion Chocolate chip taper to thin-as-we-could-make-’em without compromising structure,” said Remy Labesque, an industrial designer who's day job is at Tesla.

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2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Better-for-you, sugar-free entice consumers amid COVID-19

Shoppers are looking to healthy options as they are constantly forced to focus on health throughout the day.

Crystal Lindell

July 23, 2020

Health is on everyone’s mind these days. And many consumers have channeled their focus on health into their food choices.

Confectionery products should help consumers maximize personal relationships

Nearly 60 percent of consumers are worried about COVID-19’s impact on loved ones, FMCG Gurus finds.

Will Cowling

July 22, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic has passed its peak in many countries and consumers embrace the concept of the “new normal,” they are re-evaluating what is important to them in life.

Trolli brand launches Crunchy Crawlers candy-coated gummy worms

Crunchy Crawlers won Best in Show at 2019 Sweets & Snacks Expo.

July 21, 2020

Trolli Crunchy Crawlers are a dual-textural spin on Trolli's classic sour gummy worms that deliver a thin, crunchy shell and a chewy, fruity center.

All Pink Starburst packs are here to stay

Brand also launching All Pink Self-Care Kits.

July 21, 2020

The Starburst brand is making its All Pink pack a permanent everyday item nationwide after only offering it during the summer months for the last three years.

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Truffle category innovates despite sagging gift box chocolate sales

Gift box chocolates generated $282M in year ending June 14, IRI reports.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

July 21, 2020

Premium chocolate producers continue to innovate within the truffles, pralines and filled chocolates category while gift box chocolate sales have dipped overall.

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Hard candy sales dip

Dollar sales dropped by 2.6 percent in year ending June 14, IRI says.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

July 20, 2020

While the chewy candy category continues to grow, U.S. sales for hard candy — driven by lollipops and sugar-free options — are seeing declines.

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-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.

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

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.

#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

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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Tesla designer helps create new chocolate chip shape for Dandelion Chocolate

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Better-for-you, sugar-free entice consumers amid COVID-19

Confectionery products should help consumers maximize personal relationships

Trolli brand launches Crunchy Crawlers candy-coated gummy worms

All Pink Starburst packs are here to stay

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Truffle category innovates despite sagging gift box chocolate sales

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Hard candy sales dip

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

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

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

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