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‘State of the Candy Industry: 2025’ offers exclusive insights

The September webinar will explore confectionary trends for manufacturers and retailers.
Candy Industry Staff
September 3, 2025

Candy companies will study how to achieve business success during the annual “State of the Candy Industry: 2025” webinar, as market experts from Circana discuss supply chain challenges, product and flavor trends, and consumer behavior.


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Consumer insights can create connections: Haribo

The company’s CCO shares the power of tapping into confectionery trends.
Headshot of Rick Laberge, Haribo of America
Rick LaBerge
August 22, 2025

From global scale to local taste, the candy executive says, harnessing insights can help brands win over shoppers and build loyalty.


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Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory acquires California store

The Camarillo location joins a group of company-operated outposts.
Candy Industry Staff
August 20, 2025

The franchiser has acquired the long-standing California-based store, expanding its portfolio of company-operated locations.


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Nestlé develops new cocoa processing method

The technique uses more of the pod to support sustainable chocolate-making.
Candy Industry Staff
August 20, 2025

Nestlé has unveiled a patented technique that uses more of the cocoa fruit in chocolate production, aiming to reduce waste and improve yield for farmers.


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Assortment of colorful lollipops

Natural colors can fuel LTO candy success: Oterra

The ingredients provider shares insights on how confectioners can tap into natural trends.
Candy Industry Staff
August 15, 2025

With surging interest in non-artificial ingredients, the clean-label shades reportedly can help create excitement.


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Back of Peanuts Reese's Miniatures candies

Hershey unveils spooky slate of Halloween treats

The 2025 mixture of items features a blend of chocolate and non-chocolate items.
Candy Industry Staff
August 13, 2025

The company’s products for the 2025 ‘Hersheyween’ season include Reese’s, Twizzlers, and other familiar brands.


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Esther Price Candies launches corporate gifting program

Esther Price Candies launches corporate gifting program

The chocolatier is offering two collections for businesses.
Candy Industry Staff
August 5, 2025

The brand making it easier for businesses to send high-end, memorable gifts to clients, employees, and partners, it says. 


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Oreo, Hershey discuss viral cookies and chocolate collab

Oreo, Hershey discuss viral cookies and chocolate collab

The companies conducted extensive consumer testing for both new products.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
August 5, 2025

We were able to touch base with reps from Mondelēz International and Hershey to chat more about the partnership.


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Hoffman Family of Companies snaps up Elmer Chocolate

Hoffman Family of Companies snaps up Elmer Chocolate

Third-generation family members Rob and Michael Nelson will continue leadership.
Candy Industry Staff
August 5, 2025

The strategic partnership aims to expand the chocolatier's year-round offerings and accelerate growth.


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Laffy Taffy Laff Line

Laffy Taffy teams up with Damon Wayans Jr.

The brand is launching its first-ever “Laff Line” with the celeb taking calls.
Candy Industry Staff
August 5, 2025

The candy company's Mini Bar now offers an improved wrapper, without any sticking or shredding.


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