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It turns out that candy companies really "like" Facebook. Or at least there’s where a majority of them have focused their social media efforts.

Despite rigorous efforts to improve sustainability efforts, Hershey again is facing criticism for alleged child labor violations by cocoa suppliers.

As Jackie Sprovieri cut the bright blue ribbon to symbolically open Flavorchem’s newest production facility, she held back tears as she remembered her late husband, Salvatore Sprovieri, who founded the company.

The newest chief financial officer of Bell Flavors and Fragrances has worked at ConAgra, Kraft Foods and DFG Foods.

When the members of Boy Scout Pack 55 in Northern New Jersey filed into their regular evening Pack meeting a few weeks ago, they had no idea they weren’t in for a typical night.

Despite facing hurricane-force winds, torrential rains, loss of power and an inability for employees to travel, Promotion in Motion (PIM) was able to restart production in its Somerset facility yesterday afternoon.

It’s a great time to be in the snack bar business, but the confectionery industry struggles to enter the category.

Sour candies, local artisan creations, and popcorn are among the next big trends in the food industry.

In an effort to capture more of the Eastern European market, Barry Callebaut has announced plans to build a factory in Eskisehir, Turkey.

Hain Celestial Group, has acquired five brands from UK-based Premier Foods — a move that positions Hain in the top 40 food and beverage suppliers in the UK.