Candy Industry Senior Editor Liz Parker attended the Retail Confectioners International conference last Wednesday through Thursday in Milwaukee, WI.

Candy Industry Senior Editor Liz Parker attended the Sweets & Snacks Expo this year as a first-time attendee.

Editor Crystal Lindell asks: how much room do consumer packaged goods companies have to increase their prices in response to more expensive gas? And what happens when things hit a tipping point?

Editor Crystal Lindell is counting down the days until she can see everyone in person, and she can’t wait to once again experience the magical atmosphere of the Sweets and Snacks Expo. But she asks the industry for one small favor: Don’t ruin the magic — wear a mask. 

The oldest person ever, Jeanne Louise Calment, also thought that chocolate was part of the secret to a long life. 

Looking back to the past helps inform our future, and we’d like your input to inform our future as well. 

Omicron variant could take us back to February 2020, except this time the industry is much more prepared.