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

Thanksgiving candy by Chocolate Express

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
Crystal Lindell
November 18, 2020
Please don’t celebrate Thanksgiving with anyone who doesn’t live with you. Send candy instead.
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Cannabis market can benefit from automation

Companies look to OEMs to provide flexible, reliable machines that will adapt to different product types, packaging formats.
Jorge-Izquierdo, PMMI
Jorge Izquierdo
November 3, 2020

Packaging automation can offer many small and artisan cannabis manufacturers an opportunity to differentiate their brands through premium packaging.


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What are the top food and beverage trends for 2021?

Innova Market Insights releases Top Ten Trends report for next year.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
October 21, 2020

We’re all wondering what the political, social and public health landscape will look like next year, but what about the food industry? What should brand owners, product developers and manufacturers consider?


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Pantone Classic Blue

2020 has turned out to be just as 'blue' as Pantone predicted

Nothing in 2020 has been precedented, but the confectionery industry continues to rise to the challenge.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
October 14, 2020
It feels important, as a journalistic enterprise, to take a moment to note just how unprecedented these times actually are.
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After ‘stock-up’ phase of pandemic, consumers expected to tighten spending

Nielsen says FMCG sales shot up $77.9B in the year ending Sept. 12, 2020.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
October 7, 2020

Nielsen says celebrations over increases in FMCG sales should be short-lived as consumers continue to shift toward recessionary spending patterns. Unemployment and uncertainty over their current employment will prompt consumers to tighten their belts.


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Halloween
Halloween 2020

Tricking-or-treating isn’t safe this year, but there are lots of alternatives

Confectionery industry comes through with innovations to help everyone celebrate safely amid COVID-19.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
September 30, 2020
Thankfully, candy companies have come through for us. They’re putting safety first, and offering so many creative alternatives to celebrate this year.
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The dawn of fall brings an onslaught of Pumpkin-flavored products, much like this Pumpkin Spice Latte.

What will the pandemic mean for pumpkin spice season?

Pumpkin spice, now an accepted annual tradition, can boost sales and spirits.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
September 23, 2020

It seems pumpkin spice snuck quietly back into stores and coffee drinks because it's become an accepted annual tradition. If anything, fans of the flavor might need the warm and cozy feelings it’s meant to inspire now more than ever.


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Halloween 2020

Halloween is six weeks away. What can the candy industry expect?

NRF data indicates Halloween will happen, though differently and likely at home.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
September 16, 2020

Data from the National Retail Federation show Halloween participation won’t completely duplicate past years, but many U.S. consumers will find ways to enjoy the sweet and spooky holiday.


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Generation Alpha

Kids these days: FONA looks at how Gen Z, Gen Alpha will eat

New report from the ingredient company looks the ways the next generations will change consumer behavior.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
September 9, 2020
The insights, part 1 of which was released this week as part of the report, “All About the Kids: Part I: Generational Comparisons & Their Flavor Favorites,” are both exciting and a little jarring.
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What happens to the economy when we all stay home?

As more people work and shop and home, it’s changing where and how we spend money.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
September 2, 2020
If people are working and shopping at home, they aren’t picking up gum, mints, chocolates, or gummy bears during the course of the day.
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