Just Born Quality Confections is continuing its annual Peep Chick Drop, but now fans can join in on the festivities virtually.

Perennial holiday favorites such as candy canes, chocolate Santas, Hershey Kisses and reindeer corn continue to represent, each earning the top spot in five states.

Despite uncertainty with the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Retail Federation predicts consumers will open their pocketbooks to spread holiday cheer.

Ferrero says it will maintain and further build Eat Natural’s brand authenticity, while supporting the company with distribution and expansion to new markets and category segments opportunities.

The transaction, expected to close in the first quarter of 2021, has been unanimously approved by Whole Earth Brands’ and Wholesome’s Boards of Directors.

GODIVA has officially named Nurtac Ziyal Afridi as CEO after she served at the company’s helm for two months in the interim.

Stephen Scully, v.p. of operations for Anthony-Thomas Candy Co., passed away at his home Dec. 17 after complications from COVID-19. He was 53.

NC Custom, the parent company of Amusemints and subsidiary of Nassau Candy, has acquired the continental U.S. business of ACE USA.