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What’s candy’s place in online grocery sales?

As more consumers feel comfortable buying groceries online, what will happen to impulse candy sales?

Crystal Lindell

October 17, 2018

Online sales of groceries more than tripled between 2013 and 2018, but what does that mean for impulse candy purchases?

When will candy makers see CBD gummies as just gummies?

CBD is getting too big to ignore, but what does that mean for the candy industry?

Crystal Lindell

October 10, 2018

Use of CBD, or cannabidiol, as a food ingredient is getting too big to ignore, but what does that mean for the candy industry?

Halloween 2018 expected to carve out $9 billion in sales

Consumers expected to spend $2.6 billion on candy.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

October 4, 2018

American consumers aren’t scared to pull out all the stops — or their wallets — when it comes to celebrating Halloween.

Is Amazon right for your candy business?

Peter Kearns of 180Commerce talks opportunity with Amazon during Retail Confectioners International event.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 26, 2018

Amazon represents great opportunity for all kinds of CPG manufacturers, but how can they navigate such a complex system? And how can candy makers make the most of it?

Would you stay in a cottage made of chocolate?

Booking.com offers overnight stays in French cottage made entirely from approximately 1.5 tonnes of chocolate.

Crystal Lindell

September 19, 2018

To paraphrase the Eagles, Welcome to the “Hotel Chocolate.” Such a lovely place, such a lovely place.

Another grocery store chain has removed candy from checkout lanes

California-based Raley’s aims to offer ‘healthier’ options, expose consumers to lesser-known brands.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 12, 2018

Removing "conventional candy" offerings from checkout lines isn't great for gaining impulse purchases, but that doesn't mean consumers will turn their backs on the brands they know and love.

Pack your bags: Resort in the Philippines now offering chocolate-themed getaway

Shangri-La Mactan Resort & Spa in Cebu uses cacao grown at the resort for “The Land of Chocolate.”

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 4, 2018

The Shangri-La Mactan Resort & Spa in Cebu, Philippines, has launched “The Land of Chocolate,” featuring chocolate made from cacao grown at the resort.

Generation Z

How will Gen Z eat?

New Hartman Group reports looks at the next generation’s food habits.

Crystal Lindell

August 29, 2018

The Hartman Group recently released a new report about the next generation, which has an upper age limit of about 20, and the research delves into their shopping habits, cooking patterns and their views on brands.

Can virtual reality improve the shopping experience?

Walmart applies for two patents in step toward virtual store.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

August 21, 2018

Walmart has applied for two patents for a “virtual store” and fulfillment system that includes VR headsets and sensor gloves. Could that improve — or impair — shopping at Walmart stores?

XOXO NECCO: What candy companies can learn from NECCO's closing

Candy makers can’t rely on nostalgia to stay alive

Crystal Lindell

August 14, 2018

There’s a saying that if you can’t be a good example, be a warning. And sadly, NECCO has become a warning for confectionery companies. Even iconic brands aren’t safe.

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