Ricola taps K-Pop superstar IU as new brand ambassador The announcement builds on the brand's influencer strategy in Asia. Candy Industry Staff December 15, 2025 South Korean singer, songwriter, and actress Lee Ji-eun—universally known as IU—has been named the newest face of the brand's signature herbal drops.Read More
Peepsfest 2025 to bring NYE traditions back to Bethlehem Festivalgoers will get a sneak peek of a new marshmallow flavor set to debut 2026. Candy Industry Staff December 12, 2025 Consumers can ring in the new year with family fun, live entertainment, and the 400-pound Peeps chick drop.Read More
Wana Brands expands its gummies to Switzerland The company is participating in the country's cannabis pilot program. Candy Industry Staff December 10, 2025 Three different gummy packs—sativa, hybrid, and indica—are set to debut this month in partnership with The Alpen Group.Read More
OFI reaches greenhouse gas reduction milestone The company aims to help secure the future supply of cocoa ingredients. Candy Industry Staff December 10, 2025 The company's cocoa greenhouse gas (GHG) Natural Capital Costs have been reduced by 12% reduction per ton of output against its 2018 baseline.Read More
See's Candies brings back seasonal pop-ups The Holiday Gifting Centers will remain open through December 24. Candy Industry Staff December 9, 2025 The 104-year-old American candy company will be rolling out festive retail experiences from coast to coast.Read More
Goetze's Candy collaborates on chocolate bar The creation with Mast General Store will be available for sampling this week. Candy Industry Staff December 9, 2025 The process of developing the new treat took some time, the two companies say.Read More
Cracker Barrel, Grandpa Joe's add Gardners Candies The candymaker's new packaging is key to its national expansion. Candy Industry Staff December 9, 2025 Along with Dubai Chocolate, which launches February 1, the chocolatier recently added a third Oreo treat.Read More
NCSA elects members to board of directors Cody Heinz, Peter Kempton, Jr., and Brandon Sagotz will serve three-year terms Candy Industry Staff December 8, 2025 Additionally, five candy industry individuals will continue serving on the board, and three will be leaving it.Read More
Capol expands portfolio with acquisition of Eulip The company is adding plant-based specialized oils and fats to its repertoire. Candy Industry Staff December 4, 2025 Founded in 1946, Eulip is known for its broad product portfolio of ingredients, including specialized vegetable oils and fats.Read More
Swedish brand CandyKing celebrates U.S. store debut The brand's NYC location will feature its 27-foot-wide, six-foot-tall candy wall. Candy Industry Staff December 4, 2025 The brand brings its candy experience stateside with a debut in the West Village with the widest assortment of Swedish candy in the U.S. Read More