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How will Generation Z impact the food industry?

FONA International report highlights Gen Z consumers’ characteristics, market influence.

March 13, 2019

They’re intelligent, they’re curious, and they’re savvy — they’re Generation Z, and they’ve got money to spend. That’s according to FONA International, which recently released a report outlining the group’s characteristics and spending power.

Showing food tourists our sweet side

World Food Travel Association report suggests businesses can do more to entertain, educate visitors.

Alyse Thompson

March 5, 2019

Being local and serving high-quality products aren’t all that’s needed to attract and charm food-minded tourists. That’s now the baseline, the World Food Travel Association contends in a new report.

EU commissioner right to say ‘fake news’ hurts food industry

Vytenis Andriukaitis says fake news can damage citizen’s trust in food system and science.

Crystal Lindell

February 27, 2019

Fake news is even impacting the food industry these days. Vytenis Andriukaitis, a member of the EU Commission in charge of Health and Food Safety, recently addressed the topic at Food Fest 2019.

We need to talk about protecting kids from eating cannabis candy

The confectionery industry will have to create child-proof packaging guidelines, and public service campaigns to help keep kids safe.

Crystal Lindell

February 20, 2019

Every single time I mention cannabis-infused confections to someone, the first thing they say is, “What if kids eat them accidentally?”

Good Vibes: ISM highlights the demand for cannabis-based confections

New product winners, supplier conversations highlight the industry’s move into cannabis-based confections

Crystal Lindell

February 6, 2019

Two of the three 2019 New Product winners featured cannabis, including the third place Swiss Cannabis Gum and the second place Hemptastic Hemp Bar.

BE MINE?: Sweethearts won’t be available this Valentine’s Day

Former NECCO brand projected to return in 2020.

Alyse Thompson

January 25, 2019

Fans hoping to say “Be Mine” to Sweethearts Conversation Hearts might experience a little heartbreak this Valentine’s Day.

The future of candy is actually artificial ... intelligence

How AI will help brands predict product successes, interact with customers and boost sales.

Crystal Lindell

January 22, 2019

It’s not some crazy futuristic prediction. Artificial intelligence has the potential to have a huge impact on the economy.

Product variety, transparency can help consumers meet dietary needs

Spoon Guru survey finds three-quarters of respondents unintentionally consume food restricted from their diets.

Alyse Thompson

January 16, 2019

It’s no secret that consumers seeking food without certain allergens, animal products, pesticide use or GMOs are at a disadvantage when it comes to finding items that meet their needs. Fortunately, product variety and transparency will continue to improve as more manufacturers move into the space and adopt measures to make information available.

How the government shutdown impacts the confectionery industry

From employment records to D.C. shops — the partial government shutdown is hurting candy makers and sellers.

Crystal Lindell

January 9, 2019

As we slog through the second longest government shutdown in history (so far), it’s becoming increasingly clear that even partially shutting down the government has ripple effects all the way to the candy industry.