Articles by Alyse Thompson-Richards

Public Health England (PHE), an executive agency of the United Kingdom’s Department of Health, last week released guidelines for sweets manufacturers to cut sugar levels by 20 percent over the next three years. 

John L. Asher Jr., co-chairman of Souderton, Pa.-based Asher’s Chocolate Co., will retire after nearly 50 years at the company’s helm.

Italy-based Ferrero Group will reorganize its upper management in hopes of growing its position in the chocolate and sweet packaged food markets.

Highlander Partners, a Dallas-based private investment firm, has created Bettera Brands, LLC, a new holding company to target acquisitions in the confectionery and snack industries.

YOLO Candy is introducing its newest KaDunks flavor, Green Apple Ka-Pow. A perennial sour candy favorite, Green Apple has been added to a flavor assortment that also includes Berry Ka-Blast and Tropical Ka-Punch.

For the first time, Nonni’s Foods is introducing a new limited batch of spring biscotti flavors. Inspired by the freshness of the spring season, White Chocolate Cherry Biscotti and Limoncello Pistachio Biscotti hit select grocery stores nationwide in March.

Morinaga America, Inc. has nationally launched Hi-­Chew Sours Sticks, the newest additions to the Hi-­Chew lineup. They are available in three flavors: Grapefruit, Lemon and Lime.

Hammond's Brands is launching Mellow Snacks, its newest brand featuring creative and better-for-you snacks, with Mellow Fluffs, handmade marshmallow snacks that pair innovative flavors with the sweet, gooey goodness that consumers know and love. 

From women’s fashion to the meteoric rise of Stranger Things on Netflix, the resurgence of ‘80s themes is reaching all markets in 2017. Boston America has introduced three new products inspired by the trend.