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Narrowed from a field of nearly 140 products, the finalists will compete on April 4 at The Classic Center in Athens with an award ceremony to follow.

NCA provided the chocolate and candy for the families in attendance at this year’s White House Easter Egg Roll.

While cannabis chocolate sales have dipped, manufacturers hope innovation around minor cannabinoids, flavor, doses, and portion sizes will bring consumers back to the category.

We recently talked with Ben Gaines, Wyld, about consumer trends and behaviors in the cannabis edibles category, as well as how the company works to keep up with current consumer interests.

NCA President and CEO John Downs thanks Congresswoman Kuster for her service and commitment to the confectionery industry.

RCI's 2024 Annual Convention & Industry Expo will take place June 17–21 at the Buffalo Convention Center in Buffalo, New York.

We recently connected with Chris Beetge, president of Europe, Middle East, and North Africa, ofi, to chat about its new solar-powered cocoa warehouse.

The company just announced that more than 250 employees will be laid off due to the closure.

Whilst the humble chocolate egg has long been a staple of Easter celebrations, brands are also experimenting with more unique product offerings.

Attendees will have the opportunity to hear directly from industry thought leaders about the innovative products, expanding channels, and evolving consumer behaviors at the core of the industry’s growth.