Articles by Stephanie Hildebrandt

As consumers continue to demand more healthful products, manufacturers are making their sweeteners functional and even natural.

Sugar-free gums with added benefits continue to flourish, thanks to new product innovations.

One of the largest categories in the confectionery industry, chocolate tablets/bars offer everything from premium to exotic flavors. These innovations keep the segment thriving, leaving consumers asking for more.

Completing the M.O.F. competition before he turned 30, Chef Franck Kestener stays true to traditional chocolate, all the while competing with and educating other chocolatiers.

As one of the largest categories in the confectionery industry, chocolate tablets and bars offer everything from premium to exotic flavor pairings.

By delivering protein, antioxidants or vitamins, fruits and nuts are providing confections with a healthy, upscale reputation.

In the hard candy business for almost 60 years, Quigley Manufacturing does it all -from private label to contract manufacturing to branded products. It’s all part of changing to meet market needs.

One of the only companies producing cluster machines made in the United States, FEMC automates the process with its Chocolate Clustermatic.

Supplying the Green Bay area with chocolates for more than 100 years, Seroogy's offers hospitality and quality products to its customers - a foundation the company thrives on. 

Prospects are high for the category as companies integrate "beter-for-you" sweet treats.