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Candy Industry editors share their insights on the latest industry news, product trends and marketing plans.

White House

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
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. 


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Candy bowl stock

Looking forward to a sweet 2019

Associate Editor Alyse Thompson outlines what she hopes the new year will bring the confectionery industry.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
January 2, 2019

Here's what Associate Editor Alyse Thompson is looking forward to in the confectionery industry this year.


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Obama mint

Can sharing a mint really bridge the political divide?

Former President George W. Bush shared a mint with Former First Lady Michelle Obama at two different funerals, proving candy can even create common ground.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
December 19, 2018

Can a mint really be enough to break the political ice? Former President George W. Bush and Former First Lady Michelle Obama seem to think so. 


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consumer reading a label

Specific is better for food product benefit claims

Mintel research reveals decrease in “all natural” claims on Canadian product launches.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
December 12, 2018

Americans aren't the only ones confused about how “natural” can and should apply to food. New research from Mintel shows our neighbors to the north might be struggling with it, too. 


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Restaurant desserts

Are indulgences becoming healthier?

New FONA report highlights how indulgence is evolving for consumers, including a trend toward healthier items.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
December 5, 2018

A new FONA Trend Insights report says healthy indulgence has grown, showing the influence of the health and wellness movement on the ways consumers treat themselves.


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Holiday gift stock

NRF: 2018 holiday spending expected to surpass $717B

Shoppers expected to spend $1,007 on average this season.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
November 27, 2018

Shoppers may dream of a white Christmas, but this holiday season will have retailers seeing green — and lots of it, according to new data from the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insight & Analytics.


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Happy Thanksgiving stock

Things Editor Crystal Lindell is thankful for in the candy industry this year

A softball player on bubble gum, support for Joy Lyn’s Candies and continued focus on sustainable cocoa.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
November 20, 2018

This Thanksgiving there’s a lot to be thankful for — especially in the candy industry. Here are three things that Editor Crystal Lindell is especially grateful for this year.


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Hema China

How China’s online retailers are changing the way people shop

Neil Stern, senior partner at McMillanDoolittle, shares China’s push into ‘new retail’ at PLMA event.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
November 14, 2018
Amazon is a revolutionary force when it comes to retail in the United States, but it has a long way to go to compete with China’s online behemoths.

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Blommer beans 900

Will we ever have 100 percent sustainable cocoa?

Companies are shifting their 2020 goals to 2025, but they still face incredible challenges.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
November 7, 2018

The cocoa industry made big promises for sustainable cocoa that mostly come due in 2020, but now that the deadline is just a little more than a year away, many of those companies are shifting the timeline. 


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consumer reading a label

Candy companies earn top ratings in national consumer satisfaction index

The American Customer Satisfaction Index measures satisfaction with 380 companies in 46 industries.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
October 23, 2018

As consumers demand more information about ingredients and manufacturing processes — and healthier food overall — it may feel like they’re difficult to please. But it appears listening and fine-tuning products and processes can pay off, according to a new report from the American Customer Satisfaction Index


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