Articles by Crystal Lindell

Recent New York Times report details how grocery stores are treating the staff that compile online orders — it’s alarming.

June is National Candy Month, so allow us to make a proposal: This year, go all out.

Candy Industry Editor Crystal Lindell talks with Taylor about navigating licensing during the pandemic, predicting trends, and the Hilco acquisition in latest Confectionery Conversations episode, available as a podcast and transcript.

According to an Innova survey, 28 percent of consumers globally said that trust had become more important to them over the past 12 months, while over a fifth specifically named “transparency,” which is instrumental in building that trust.

"To be clear, I’m not asking that we hold events with only virtual options — I’m just asking that we don’t hold any with only in-person options," Lindell writes.

Consumers are turning to chocolate for comfort, celebration, multi-sensory experiences, and more.

The acquisition significantly broadens Cargill’s offerings in the decorations space, enabling the company’s cocoa and chocolate business to better serve gourmet customers in Europe and around the world.

The pilot program will allow package delivery to the location of a customer's smartphone, as opposed to a street address.

The relationship between mood and eating played out big time during the pandemic, especially when it comes to snacking and treating ourselves.

Organizers said attendees will be able to, “Safely explore what’s new in the confectionery industry and take away effective business and production strategies to help you build a more successful business.”