Jumex enters the candy aisle with GoMix gummies The fruit beverage supplier is dipping its toes into the confectionery sector. Candy Industry Staff January 19, 2026 The treats are now available at select Albertsons stores in West Texas and New Mexico, with additional availability coming soon.Read More
Haribo finds its Soulmates for Valentine's Day The candy can be pulled apart, and is also suitable for sharing. Candy Industry Staff January 19, 2026 The gummy duos come coiled together and feature flavor pairings like Cherry & Raspberry, Blueberry & Black Currant, and Passionfruit and Pineapple.Read More
Better Sour launches at PNW Costco locations The brand is debuting its Tropical Sour Gummy Mix with 12 individual 1-oz bags. Candy Industry Staff January 14, 2026 The sour gummy brand uses tart, fruit-forward flavors inspired by global fruit traditions.Read More
Sour Patch Kids launches Valentine's Day lineup The brand is releasing two new confections for the holiday. Candy Industry Staff January 12, 2026 The candymaker's original product gets a buddy, and it's also adding to its Glow Ups lineup.Read More
Hershey debuts Valentine's Day lineup The chocolatier is launching its latest innovations for the holiday. Candy Industry Staff January 8, 2026 New candies include treats from Hershey's Kisses, Reese's, KitKat, Twizzlers, and Jolly Rancher brands.Read More
Mars aims to innovate with Skittles Gummies Fuego In recent years, Gen Z consumers have been looking for more adventurous candies. Liz Parker Kuhn January 7, 2026 We reached out to the brand to learn more about how the idea for the product came about.Read More
Hershey introduces Shaq-A-Licious hoops-inspired candy Slams aims to serve up a multi-textural, interactive gummy experience. Candy Industry Staff January 7, 2026 The confection features three sweet, crunchy gummy balls in watermelon, strawberry, and orange flavors and a chewy, sour mango ring.Read More
CandyRific debuts confections with Kona Ice The Gummy Heart Box candies aim to deliver tropical flavors. Candy Industry Staff January 6, 2026 The strategic partnership aims to offer consumers an exciting new way to enjoy their favorite ice cone experience beyond the mobile trucks, the company says.Read More
Huer Foods gets spicy with new gummies The company chats about its candy collab with Frank's RedHot. Liz Parker Kuhn January 5, 2026 The brand's new product touches on the "swicy" (sweet and spicy) trend, and aims to deliver a bold, unexpected flavor experience, it says. Read More
Sustainable packaging can innovate confections: Somic The company's 434 equipment can run any variation of flexible pouches and bags. Liz Parker Kuhn December 5, 2025 Smaller, individually wrapped portion control packaging has become more common in confectionery, the company's CEO says.Read More