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Crystal Lindell

Crystal Lindell, Former editor-in-chief of Candy Industry Magazine. While here she has worked on Candy Industry Magazine, Food Engineering Magazine and Food Safety Strategies. She holds a master’s degree in public affairs reporting from the University of Illinois – Springfield and a bachelor’s degree in political science from Western Illinois University. And her favorite breakfast is a cup of espresso and Twix bar.

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Peter Blommer on company’s search for an equity partner

CEO says move is more about growth than anything else.

Crystal Lindell

November 7, 2018

Blommer hopes to be able to announce more information in the next month or two.

Influenster ranks Top 15 Halloween candies

List looks at best reviewed Halloween candies over the last 12 months.

Crystal Lindell

October 24, 2018

The list includes both the candies' rankings and how many reviews each candy has gotten.

What’s candy’s place in online grocery sales?

As more consumers feel comfortable buying groceries online, what will happen to impulse candy sales?

Crystal Lindell

October 17, 2018

Online sales of groceries more than tripled between 2013 and 2018, but what does that mean for impulse candy purchases?

When will candy makers see CBD gummies as just gummies?

CBD is getting too big to ignore, but what does that mean for the candy industry?

Crystal Lindell

October 10, 2018

Use of CBD, or cannabidiol, as a food ingredient is getting too big to ignore, but what does that mean for the candy industry?

Hershey’s 6 tips for selling candy in c-stores

Company showcases expanded insights and category expertise at NACS, while also launching its Mobile Customer Insights Center.

Crystal Lindell

October 10, 2018

The Hershey Co. unveiled its latest confectionery category leadership and shopper-driven merchandising solutions at the 2018 National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) Show.

Compound coatings offer more options, cleaner labels

Ingredient suppliers work with customers to deliver compound coatings with added benefits.

Crystal Lindell

October 8, 2018

The versatility of compound coatings is enormous, allowing for the creation of everything from chocolate-flavored coatings to chocolate-like confectionery products.

Barry Callebaut to acquire the chocolate manufacturing assets of Burton’s Biscuit Co.

Barry Callebaut to also enter into long-term supply agreement for more than 12,000 metric tons of chocolate and compound per year.

Crystal Lindell

September 19, 2018

The Barry Callebaut Group has signed an agreement with Burton’s Biscuit Company, the UK’s second biggest biscuit manufacturer, for the long-term supply of more than 12,000 metric tons of chocolate and compound per year.

Would you stay in a cottage made of chocolate?

Booking.com offers overnight stays in French cottage made entirely from approximately 1.5 tonnes of chocolate.

Crystal Lindell

September 19, 2018

To paraphrase the Eagles, Welcome to the “Hotel Chocolate.” Such a lovely place, such a lovely place.

Wolfgang Confectioners begins 78,000-sq.-ft. expansion

New lines, up to 30 new full-time jobs to be added.

Crystal Lindell

September 12, 2018

Wolfgang Confectioners, one of the longest-running confection companies in America, is expanding.

Mallo Cup maker to produce Clark Bars

Boyer Candy plans to bring bar back to its Pennsylvania roots.

Crystal Lindell

September 12, 2018

Fans of the Clark Bar have reason to celebrate — Boyer Candy is now the new owner of the brand, and the company plans to produce it.

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Opopop aims to heat up microwave popcorn category

Hershey showcases its new strategies at Sweets & Snacks Expo

Hershey showcases new strategies, candy

Hard candy evolves beyond traditional sweetness

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