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GNT Blue

Spirulina offer solutions for clean-label blues in candy

With a wide range of formats available, EXBERRY spirulina concentrates can deliver clean-label blue shades for almost any type of confectionery.
Jeannette O’Brien,
October 28, 2020
Blue is big in 2020. But with consumer acceptance of artificial food dyes continuing to decline, using a clean-label alternative is essential.
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SmartSweets Sweet Chews

TPG Growth takes majority stake in SmartSweets, brings on new CEO

Founder Tara Bosch will remain with the company, focusing on innovation, strategic initiatives.
October 28, 2020

TPG Growth received its stake from SmartSweets’ management and other shareholders. Tara Bosch, who founded SmartSweets in 2015, will remain the largest individual shareholder.


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ACappella Chocolate 1

Debbas Gourmet aims to strike a chord with new chocolate line

Maxwell Debbas talks wholesale, A’cappella Chocolate and chocolate subscription services.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
October 27, 2020

Maxwell Debbas, managing partner, new product development specialist and chocolatier, recently spoke to Candy Industry about Debbas Gourmet’s wholesale opportunities, the inspiration behind the A’cappella line and its chocolate subscription services.


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Sweets and Snacks Expo

2021 Sweets & Snacks Expo set for June in Indianapolis

Event to be held at Indiana Convention Center June 22-25.
October 27, 2020

The 2021 Sweets & Snacks Expo has been scheduled for June 22-25 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, the National Confectioners Association (NCA) announced Tuesday.


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Halloween

Latest IRI data offers insight into how COVID-19 is impacting candy sales

While gum, mints, and gift box chocolate dollar sales are down, chocolate candy, non-chocolate candy and sugar-free chocolate all increased.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
October 26, 2020
The data makes it clear that the coronavirus has indeed left its mark on the sector.
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Packaged Facts Halloween food gifting

Packaged Facts: Halloween 2020 offers opportunity for food gifting

Gifting companies continue to expand options for other holidays, year-round occasions.
October 23, 2020

For American consumers who find trick-or-treating during the coronavirus pandemic to be more chilling than thrilling, food gifts offer an opportunity to safely scare up both smiles and sweets, Packaged Facts says in a new report.


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Cabosse Naturals logo

Barry Callebaut launches cacaofruit ingredients under Cabosse Naturals brand

Range includes pulp, juice, concentrate and flour made from cacaofruit peel.
October 23, 2020

Barry Callebaut has launched Cabosse Naturals, a range of 100% pure cacaofruit ingredients including pulp, juice, concentrate and cascara, a fine flour made from the peel of the fruit.


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AAK

How fats and oils are evolving to create healthier chocolates

Experts from ADM, AAK offer insights into the latest innovations and how candy companies can best use them.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
October 21, 2020
Experts from ADM and AAK offer insights into the latest innovations and how candy companies can best use them to create the perfect chocolates.
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Zombie Skittles costume
Halloween 2020

Skittles develops smelly costume modeled after Zombie Skittles packs

Costume designed to encourage social distancing this Halloween.
October 20, 2020

To celebrate spooky season and the return of Zombie Skittles, the brand has created a costume that’s designed to help fans stay socially distant this Halloween.


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The Hershey Trust Co. owns 81 percent of the voting power behind The Hershey Co. But being owned by a Trust doesn't necessarily preclude a sale of The Hershey Co.

Hershey launches virtual insights platform for retailers

Tool allows company to provide latest information, solutions to customers.
October 20, 2020

Hershey has launched the Hershey Insights Network, which provides solutions for its retail partners to engage shoppers and enhance their overall experience both in-store and online.


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