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As demand for healthy snacking grows, so does desire to create sweets with healthier nutrition profiles.

The natural and organic segment is growing as consumers continue to indulge in sweets, but become more aware of the ingredients used.

Hershey claims its Candy Experience can increase confectionery profits by 25 percent, and the company hopes more retailers will take advantage of the program.

Currency devaluations complicate sales projections and year-to-year comparisons while regional conflicts continue to wreak havoc on confectionery consumption. Nonetheless, wherever there’s peace and stability, consumers want a bit of the “sweet life.”

Renowned pastry chef Cedric Barberet sets up shop — and a bistro — in downtown Lancaster, opening up a world of French classic pastries and foods for locals.

Smaller gum brands make a splash relying on simple ingredients, new flavors, and innovative packaging.

Cocoa and chocolate processor will add a dedicated cocoa butter tank to its factory in Wieze, Belgium.

Acquisition gives Insignia expanded opportunities in the rapidly growing healthy snack sector.

The new space will triple the size of the current Hershey's Chocolate World store.

Report shows meat snacks and trail mixes are driving segment's growth.