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NCA: In 2021, Valentine’s Day candy more vital than ever

National Confectioners Association highlights Valentine’s Day Central, a digital hub providing tips and trivia.

February 1, 2021

“Throughout the pandemic, one thing that has remained consistent is that Americans appreciate chocolate and candy for the sense of comfort they bring during challenging times,” said John Downs, NCA president & CEO.

Could candy help screen for COVID-19?

Researchers at Ohio State University will use single-color candy in multiple flavors to test for loss of smell — a common COVID-19 symptom.

Crystal Lindell

February 1, 2021

New study will test for sense of smell, asking participants to sample different hard candies that are all one color but different flavors.

Confectionery launches increasingly include plant-based claims

Innova Market Insights reports introductions with vegan claims grew by 17% between 2016-2020.

February 1, 2021

Interest in plant-based confectionery products continues to grow, according to new research from Innova Market Insights.

Yowie debuts online Valentine’s Day campaign

Campaign includes product discount, printable activities.

February 1, 2021

Yowie Group has launched “Spread Love with Yowie,” a Valentine’s Day campaign featuring special Valentine’s Day discounts, free activities, DIY craft ideas and more.

ISM organizers launch new digital program amid 2021 event cancelation

2022 trade fair is planned in a hybrid format.

February 1, 2021

Organizers for ISM say preparations for the 2022 event are underway, but in the meantime, they’re launching a new digital product and trend campaign.

Barry Callebaut launches diversity strategy featuring 2025 goals

Company says its new ‘#oneBC’ effort is focused, ambitious, measurable, and time-bound.

Crystal Lindell

January 27, 2021

The chocolate company said it hopes to be able to attract and retain talents from all quarters of society and the world and nurture an inclusive environment where diversity can flourish.

Virtual PLMA event to feature speakers from Kroger, Walmart, Walgreens

Private Label Manufacturers Association event kicks off Feb. 1.

Crystal Lindell

January 27, 2021

The event, which runs Feb. 1-5, is the Private Label Manufacturer Association's first major online event for store brands in the U.S.

Tony’s Chocolonely launches ‘look-alike’ bars to raise awareness of child labor

Sweet Solution profits will be donated to 100WEEKS.

January 27, 2021

Tony’s Chocolonely is launching Sweet Solution chocolate bars to raise awareness that illegal child labor is still pervasive throughout the chocolate industry.

Spangler introduces Sweethearts with phrases inspired by classic love songs

Candy company acquired the Sweethearts brand in 2018.

January 27, 2021

Alongside familiar sayings, Sweethearts Candies are returning for Valentine's Day 2021 with new phrases inspired by each generation’s celebrated love songs.

ACSI reveals pandemic-induced drop in customer satisfaction with food manufacturing

American Customer Satisfaction Index releases Nondurable Products Report.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

January 27, 2021

Consumer satisfaction with food manufacturing has dipped since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new report from the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) reveals.

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NCA: In 2021, Valentine’s Day candy more vital than ever

Could candy help screen for COVID-19?

Confectionery launches increasingly include plant-based claims

Yowie debuts online Valentine’s Day campaign

ISM organizers launch new digital program amid 2021 event cancelation

Barry Callebaut launches diversity strategy featuring 2025 goals

Virtual PLMA event to feature speakers from Kroger, Walmart, Walgreens

Tony’s Chocolonely launches ‘look-alike’ bars to raise awareness of child labor

Spangler introduces Sweethearts with phrases inspired by classic love songs

ACSI reveals pandemic-induced drop in customer satisfaction with food manufacturing

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