Candy Industry Trends

Confectionery industry mourns loss of Spaulding Goetze Sr.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400

He worked in the confectionery industry for 53 years, including holding leadership positions and being inducted into the Candy Hall of Fame.

Video: A's Sweets & Treats takes on freeze-dried candy

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:48:00 -0400

The dessert truck's Dubai nachos include waffle cone "chips," chocolate, toffee, and a housemade pistachio butter.

Mars pulls out of Newark, focuses on Chicago

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:25:00 -0400

The hub previously handled corporate functions like sales and marketing for the company's snacking division.

RMCF expands company-owned store portfolio

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The deal adds a fifth company-owned location to the chain's roster and aims to support innovation across the franchise system.

See's Candies' Lollypalooza honors the classic lollipop

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Pat Egan, president and CEO of the company, speaks about the brand's celebration and also reveals this year's new flavor.

Häppy Candy debuts at Whole Foods as part of accelerator

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:23:00 -0400

The launch marks another milestone for the women-owned brand, which has quickly expanded its retail footprint and built a loyal following through its destination-themed flavors, it says.

FlavorSum makes waves with S&S Flavors acquisition

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:14:00 -0400

The addition will establish the acquiring company's West Coast Innovation Center while expanding its manufacturing footprint.

PMCA goes nuts for farm to formulation educational course

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:53:00 -0400

The org's members will enjoy priority registration for the course through August 2, after which it will open up registration to the entire industry.

Now and Later embraces convenience stores

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The legacy brand continues to resonate strongly with neighborhood shop patrons, a rep says, accounting for more than half (58%) of its sales.

Video: Iconic Candy breaks down hard candy trends

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:00:00 -0400

The category is shedding its "Grandma's candy" reputation, driven by sour flavors, unique profiles, and travel-friendly packaging tins, the brand's reps say.

Mars Snacking identifies next gen student food innovators

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400

At the finals being held at IFT FIRST this month, each team will present their product through an oral presentation and a tasting session by an expert panel of judges.

Perfetti Van Melle debuts slate of gum, mints innovations

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:44:00 -0400

A representative from the company talks about the new candies and how they were developed.

WCF launches deforestation risk assessment methodology

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:46:00 -0400

The new guidance aims to support more transparent, consistent, and evidence-based approaches to assessment across cocoa supply chains.

Podcast: Nassau Candy unwraps licorice trends

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Softer varieties of the candy are seeing increased sales, and new flavors borrowed from gummies are expanding the market.

CandyKing makes U.S. grocery debut

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:17:00 -0400

Following the Swedish pick and mix brand's debut in Manhattan at the end of last year, it's now entering stores with its experiential candy concept.

LYB, Mondelēz collaborate on chocolate bar packaging

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:00 -0400

Using polymers with 100% attributed recycled content, the candy company is now able to offer packaging sourced from 75% recycled content.

Video: Foreign Candy twists into licorice trends

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Strawberry, green apple, blue raspberry, and cherry flavors continue to be bestsellers for the brand, a rep says.

See's Candies kicks off Lollypalooza celebration

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:05:00 -0400

The brand's hard candy confection was first introduced in the 1940s.

Luker Chocolate aims to rethink confectionery at IFT FIRST

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0400

The Colombian B Corp manufacturer will showcase its protein-integrated chocolate innovation and formulation capability at the conference, and a rep will speak at the Taste of Science stage.

Video: Joyride talks reduced-sugar confections

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:08:00 -0400

A fun and tasty product is the primary driver for lower sugar candies, a rep says, with BFY credentials being secondary.

Acon Investments acquires BFY brand YumEarth

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:50:00 -0400

The acquired company's portfolio includes allergen-free chewy and gummy candy, lollipops, fruit snacks, sour candy, and more.

Ferrero Group releases 2025 Sustainability Report

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:28:00 -0400

Ninety-nine percent of the company's cocoa was sourced through certifications or other independently managed standards such as Rainforest Alliance, Cocoa Horizons, and Fairtrade.

RMCF appoints Al Harper as interim CEO

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:33:00 -0400

The company does not anticipate any changes to its strategic direction or day to day operations as a result of this leadership transition, it says.

Italian chocolate molds supplier ramps up recycled content

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:14:00 -0400

Eastman's longest-standing Tritan partner for chocolate molds is expanding its portfolio with another of its products, as the industry reckons with Europe's BPA ban.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate celebrates dual grand openings

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:50:00 -0400

The franchise's new locations in New Jersey and California aim to highlight its continued growth and brand momentum.

Hershey names former PepsiCo exec as president, U.S.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:48:00 -0400

The new hire will have end-to-end accountability for the company's U.S. commercial business, leading execution across its full snacking portfolio of confection, salty, and protein.

Registration opens for 2026 Candy Hall of Fame weekend

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:35:00 -0400

The three-day event, including the Saturday induction ceremony, will take place October 22–24 in Orlando, FL.

RCI announces 2026 Grand Confection Award winner

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:25:00 -0400

This year's judges included personnel from Esther Price Candy, R&D Candy Consultants, Las Olas Confections and Snacks, and Peterbrooke Chocolatier.

Nestlé names chief communications, sustainability officer

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:10:00 -0400

The promoted employee joined the company in Germany in 1996 as an in-house lawyer and has since held senior leadership positions in procurement, sales, and more.

Fairtrade debuts Plot Insights to help cocoa growers

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:01:00 -0400

The debut reportedly marks a major step towards a secure, consent-based approach to geolocation data management, enabling cooperatives to retain ownership and control over their data.