Granted, the fourth quarter typically represents boon time for confectionery sales. It also opens the door for a slew of seasonal new product launches. Consequently, Mintel’s update on new product
Children ages 6 to 12 from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas served as judges for ECRM’s Kid’s Choice Awards last month, giving three manufacturers’ candy products top honors.
By Bernie Pacyniak Editor-in-ChiefCandy Industrypacyniakb@bnpmedia.com getting fresh: It's all good this HalloweenRemember returning home from Halloween and sorting out the day’s treasures? Didn’t you hate the people that gave you
By Deborah Cassell Executive EditorCandy Industry,Retail Confectionercasselld@bnpmedia.comgetting fresh: Spreading 'Glee'As some of you already know, I love a good marketing campaign. Take the Glee Gum sweepstakes from Providence, R.I.-based Verve,
Bernard Pacyniak Editor-in-Chief Candy Industry pacyniakb@bnpmedia.com getting fresh: Chocolate and sinful behaviorsAlright, it’s a teaser headline. I’m not going to talk about my sinful behaviors, regardless if it involved chocolate.
Candy products designed with kids in mind go beyond mere chocolate and fruit flavors to include features young consumers crave, from licensed designs and event sponsorships to interactive formats and powerfully sour concoctions.
The jointly held PACK EXPO/PROCESS EXPO shows being held in Las Vegas, Oct. 5-7, provide confectionery attendees with winning options for processing and packaging solutions that double-down cost savings. The following provides readers an overview of those options from suppliers at this and previous PACK EXPO/PROCESS EXPO shows.
As the global economy begins its gradual recovery, this year's exhibition promises plenty of innovative solutions designed to take advantage of the rebound.
By Deborah Cassell Executive EditorCandy Industry,Retail Confectionercasselld@bnpmedia.com getting fresh: Sweet (recessionary) reliefThey say the Recession is subsiding, and I do hope it’s true. In the meantime, I’m happy to report
Kraft’s recent $16.7-billion bid for Cadbury continues to make headlines following the latter’s public dismissal of the proposed acquisition.On Sept. 7, Northfield, Ill.-based Kraft Foods, Inc. announced its cash-and-stock offer.Shortly
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