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Laffy Taffy commits to answering consumer demand

Laffy Taffy commits to answering consumer demand

The candy brand recently released Blue Raspberry mini bars.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
March 13, 2026

A rep from Ferrara answers questions about the company's new flavors and consumer trends in taffy.


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Video: Face Twisters on its Freeze Dried Sour Bitz

Video: Face Twisters on its Freeze Dried Sour Bitz

The product aims to deliver an intense flavor explosion in each bite, the brand says.
Candy Industry Staff
March 12, 2026

A representative from the company speaks on freeze-dried candy and the challenges of creating the confection.


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HI-CHEW parent company to acquire My/Mochi Ice Cream

HI-CHEW parent company to acquire My/Mochi Ice Cream

Morinaga & Co, Ltd. aims to expand its U.S. snack portfolio.
Candy Industry Staff
March 10, 2026

The treat brand is rooted in Japanese confectionery traditions, and was first introduced in Los Angeles in 1993.



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NCA State of the Industry Conference 2026

NCA State of the Industry Conference spotlights trends

The candy org unwraps insights during its first full day of SOTIC.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
March 9, 2026

The conference sessions included a look at the org's State of Treating report, a deep dive into the cocoa market, and more.


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Confectionery sales climb to $55 billion in 2025: NCA

The org presented its State of Treating report at its annual gathering.
Candy Industry Staff
March 9, 2026

Chocolate, candy, gum, and mints remain a bright spot amid economic uncertainty.


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NCA debuts fresh look, enhanced resources

NCA-owned website debuts fresh look, enhanced resources

The org has refreshed AlwaysATreat.com with improved navigation and more.
Candy Industry Staff
March 6, 2026

The website is a digital resource designed to give consumers, policymakers, and the media clear, data-driven information about chocolate and candy.


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Morris National announces new VP of sales

Morris National announces new VP of sales

Frank Amato's most recent position was director of sales at Just Born.
Candy Industry Staff
March 6, 2026

The new hire has been active within the industry, serving on various NCA committees over the past several years, and was inducted into the NCSA Candy Hall of Fame in 2019.


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Honey and chocolate can allow for permissible indulgence

Honey and chocolate can allow for permissible indulgence

Consumers want to feel good about the confections they enjoy.
Catherine Barry, National Honey Board
Catherine Barry
March 6, 2026

The National Honey Board's VP of marketing speaks on how the ingredient is functional, recognizable, and lessens "guilt," which is important in the confectionery landscape.


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Mars cocoa 2026

Producers strengthen the power of women in cocoa: Mars

The chocolatier is partnering with CARE to support Cote d’Ivoire and Ghanian workers.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
March 6, 2026

The company, one of the world's largest cocoa buyers, is using its scale to find meaningful solutions to climate change, gender inequity, and more.


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Better Sour announces 48% lower carbon footprint

Better Sour announces 48% lower carbon footprint

The company's candy is verified by CarbonTag, which tracks sustainability.
Candy Industry Staff
March 5, 2026

The brand's vegan gummies are more sustainable than a typical sugar-based gelatin confection on the U.S. market, CarbonTag says.


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