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Lindell column: Conferences should continue virtual event access after COVID-19

As events move in-person, Editor Crystal Lindell asks organizers to keep virtual offerings for participants.

May 12, 2021

"To be clear, I’m not asking that we hold events with only virtual options — I’m just asking that we don’t hold any with only in-person options," Lindell writes.

Amazon

Why is Amazon opening in-person stores just as consumers shift to online grocery shopping?

Amazon's expanding grocery store presence also means more distribution centers.

Crystal Lindell

April 12, 2021

Why would any grocery retailer be expanding in-person stores at a time like this? Editor Crystal Lindell has a theory: In short, stores double as distribution points.

COVID-19

After a year of COVID-19, how will the candy industry know the worst is over?

With about 3 months to go until the NCA’s Sweets & Snacks Expo, the event will again serve as a touchstone in the pandemic timeline.

Crystal Lindell

March 10, 2021

It’s different for different people. Editor Crystal Lindell marks the beginning of COVID-19 at 8:51 p.m. Central Time, March 11, 2020.

Pantone’s 2021 Colors of the Year offer strength, optimism

Ultimate Gray, Illuminating yellow follow 2020’s Classic Blue.

Alyse Thompson

January 20, 2021

How can we hold both the somberness of what has happened and optimism for what could come? Pantone, the provider of professional color language standards, has represented this through its selection of the 2021 Colors of the Year.

How can we make predictions after such an unpredictable year?

2020 made forecasting 2021 feel different than it has in years past, but it also showed that knowing the future isn’t as important as we once thought.

Crystal Lindell

December 16, 2020

We just spent all of 2020 being hit with one large-scale traumatic event after another. How could anyone possibly know what the 2021 confectionery trends are going to be?

Consumers seek immunity-boosting foods in light of COVID-19 pandemic

Innova Market Insights includes immune health in Top Trends for 2021.

Alyse Thompson

December 9, 2020

Innova Market Insights says health and immunity will remain “top of mind” for consumers as concerns over COVID-19 extend into next year.

Candy Industry launches new logo and website

New site offers easier navigation, while also highlighting our best content

Crystal Lindell

December 2, 2020

Candy Industry has been through a lot of changes in the last couple years, but we remain committed to covering the industry in ways that truly help you navigate all of the news and trends.

Red to stir up food and beverage launches in 2021

The color red can make consumers perceive food to taste sweeter.

Alyse Thompson

November 25, 2020

Red is said to evoke love, passion and anger, but in addition to those feelings, GNT says it can inspire excitement and encourage consumers to explore food and drink.

This year, skip the family gatherings — send candy instead

Unfortunately, COVID-19 cases are still surging across the U.S., making family parties risky. But a vaccine is close, and candy can get us through the final stretch.

Crystal Lindell

November 18, 2020

Please don’t celebrate Thanksgiving with anyone who doesn’t live with you. Send candy instead.