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Mars uses artificial to sort Skittles colors, ensuring an array of colors in each pack. Photograph shows Skittles coming down the production line.

Mars’ Maria Velissariou talks using AI to track Skittles colors and more

Velissariou was among a panel of guests on a recent episode of the FDA’s TechTalk podcasts, which focused on using artificial intelligence in food safety.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
March 24, 2022

Mars’ Maria Velissariou was among a panel of guests on a recent episode of the FDA’s TechTalk podcasts, which focused on using artificial intelligence in food safety.


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The 2022 NCA State of Treating report showed that chocolate had $21.1 billion in total sales, while non-chocolate had $12.7 billion, and gum and mints had $3.1 billion in total sales. All three combined totaled $36.9 billion in sales.

NCA State of Treating report: Total confectionery retail sales projected to reach $44.9B by 2026

Report showed consumers want brands to promote sustainability, engage on social media, offer a variety of portion sizes.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
March 23, 2022
The NCA says total confectionery category hit $36.9 billion in retail sales in 2021, and it’s projected to reach $44.9 billion in sales by 2026.
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Feastables brand still seeking 3 grand-prize winners

Winners will have a chance to compete for the MrBeast Chocolate Factory.
March 23, 2022

Feastables, the better-for-you snacking brand founded by Jimmy Donaldson, also known as YouTuber MrBeast, continues its search for grand-prize ticket winners as part of its million-dollar sweepstakes.


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Functional Chocolate Sleepy Energy bars

The Functional Chocolate Co. launches products with Thrive Market

Vegan chocolate includes condition-specific nutraceuticals.
March 23, 2022

The Functional Chocolate Co. offers vegan dark chocolate paired with a blend of condition-specific nutraceuticals to help address a variety of everyday health realities.


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How do U.S. consumers eat Peeps? Brand survey reveals fans’ preferences

Nearly 70 percent of Americans have their first Peeps experience by 9 years old.
March 23, 2022

With Easter only a short hop away, the Peeps brand teamed up with Wakefield Research to survey 1,000 Americans on their feelings and preferences toward Peeps.


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Barry Callebaut’s Americas HQ marks 15 years in Chicago

Company’s Chicago offices underwent a major remodel in 2020.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
March 22, 2022

Barry Callebaut’s Americas headquarters celebrated 15 years in Chicago this month, alongside showcasing its remodeled Chocolate Academy and offices.


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Mars scales back business in Russia, suspends new investments

Company says it has about 6,000 associates in Russia, and they will continue to support them.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
March 21, 2022

Mars said it will refocus its efforts in Russia on its essential role in feeding the Russian people and pets. 


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From escapism to global consciousness: Bell shares 5 consumer trends for 2022

Bell Flavors & Fragrances’ 2022 Global Spark Macro & Micro Trend Toolkit details consumer insights.
March 21, 2022

Bell has reimagined its Spark toolkit, including macro and micro trends that can be applied to a flavor or fragrance category to identify what’s next.


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tna solutions celebrates 40 years

Company to launch “tna rethinks” platform.
March 21, 2022

Established in 1982 by Nadia and Alf Taylor, tna’s 500-plus employees have installed more than 14,000 advanced processing and packaging systems worldwide.


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Koelnmesse names two leaders for new Food, FoodTec divisions

Claire Steinbrück, Bastian Mingers to assume new roles June 1.
March 21, 2022

Effective June 1, Claire Steinbrück, previously director of imm cologne, will become vice president FoodTec. Bastian Mingers is transferring from Messe Düsseldorf to Cologne to assume responsibility for the Food business unit.


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