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Under the agreement, Barry Callebaut will acquire World’s Finest Chocolate’s industrial chocolate manufacturing assets and lease space at the existing production site in Chicago.

PMCA speakers will address different fat and oil options, as well as processing procedures and energy conservation tactics.

How can the industry adapt to changing perspectives? By upping its game and hopping on board the health bandwagon. Adding nuts and fruits to candy is a clear and conscious way of saying the confectionery industry also wants to become healthier.

In 2013, India’s confectionery market was worth close to $1.3 billion, and it’s expected to reach $2.2 billion by 2018.

Inspired by the growing trend of classic dessert-inspired innovations, Lindt’s Creation line promises to offer the “ultimate indulgence” without burdening consumers with time-consuming recipes.

American Licorice Co. has released a new commercial to celebrate the launch of its new Sour Punch Rainbow Straws, featuring a brand new lemon flavored straw.

The company is combining the division's entrepreneurial spirit with corporate scale to satisfy the growing snacking needs of consumers and retailers.

The closure is the result of the company reorganizing its supply chain to account for a decline in chewing gum sales, and the move will eliminate 383 jobs, the company says.

Harris joins BBX Sweet Holdings with more than 20 years of experience in the food and confectionery industry, most recently as the president of Maxfield Candy Co.

Services are being held in his honor this week, including a Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, Feb. 5, at St. Peter Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m.. Inurnment will follow that service in St. Peter’s Memorial Garden with full Marine Corps Honors.