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Confectionery and snacking giant pladis has confirmed CPG leader Jeremy Faa will take the reins of its U.S. operation.  

Arkansas is not the first to consider this course of action—in early April, Idaho lawmakers passed a bill that proposes banning candy and soda from being purchased using SNAP benefits.

The world faced an 11% shortfall in cocoa supplies in 2024, driving price increases of approximately 400% in the past year.

The conference offers expert-led education designed specifically for candymakers and chocolatiers with retail businesses.

As part of the World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) Partnership Meeting, a rep from Luker Chocolate spoke at the breakout session "Investing in Farmer and Community Health and Social Protection."

We recently touched base with Chris Riedy, chief revenue officer, Ibotta, which researched consumer behaviors ahead of Easter.

In this interview, Fisher explains the most crucial elements that have to be present in an Easter candy presentation, which flavors are more challenging to craft than others, and new lessons she learned after working on this collection.

Timothy Moley, CEO and Co-Founder of Chocolove, discusses the brand's latest chocolate bar flavors.

Now in its sixth year, this international ranking list is coordinated by Be Slavery Free, charitable coalition campaigning against modern slavery.  

The certification ensures Feastables chocolate is produced in line with the rigorous economic, social, and environment sustainability standards the Fairtrade label is known for.