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Pumpkin Spice items

Pumpkin spice vs. chocolate: Which do Americans prefer?

A survey conducted by Spice Islands shows just how popular pumpkin spice has become.
Crystal lindell sept 2020 002 author
Crystal Lindell
September 30, 2019

The love for fall scarves and boots may be gender specific, but as a new survey shows the passion for pumpkin spice likely isn’t.


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Kale Candy Canes

Joy to the world?: Archie McPhee launches kale candy canes

Kale joins dill pickle, mac & cheese and ham varieties.
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Alyse Thompson
September 24, 2019

Archie McPhee has made headlines in the past for launching outrageous candy cane flavors, and this year is no exception. 


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Candy makers take note: Most consumers are ‘low-income’ now

Hartman Group report highlights lingering effect of Great Recession.
Crystal lindell sept 2020 002 author
Crystal Lindell
September 18, 2019

Most Americans are “low-income” consumers these days — including people we used to think of as “middle-class.” And you can blame the long-term effects of the Great Recession.


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3 trends we saw at the ECRM Everyday & Summer Seasonal candy planning session

Session held Aug. 25-29 at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans.
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Alyse Thompson
September 11, 2019

Here are some of the trends Managing Editor Alyse Thompson saw while attending the ECRM Everyday and Summer Seasonal candy planning session in New Orleans.


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Want to sell private label? Make it premium.

Nielsen report shows that premium grocery stores are having the most success with private label.
Crystal lindell sept 2020 002 author
Crystal Lindell
September 4, 2019

Consumers are willing to spend more money — but only for products that they perceive as having a good value.


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ONE Brands

How can candy companies target health and wellness consumers?

Latest Hershey acquisition highlights an evolving industry, while Hartman Group Report details the changing dynamics of the health and wellness sector.
Crystal lindell sept 2020 002 author
Crystal Lindell
August 28, 2019
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Yes, candy companies have long been pigeonholed into the indulgent category, but as with all things, there’s money to be made by evolving.
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Elderberry

What are the newest superfoods?

The NPD Group cites elderberry, CBD and Mānuka honey as “emerging superfoods.”
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Alyse Thompson
August 21, 2019

While blueberries, almonds, avocados and kale have perennial spots on the superfoods list, the NPD Group has outlined three “emerging superfoods” it's tracking due to increased interest in them.


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Consumers want less sugar — as long as it still tastes good

FONA report shows taste, price more important than sugar reduction for consumers.
Crystal lindell sept 2020 002 author
Crystal Lindell
August 14, 2019

A new FONA report suggests consumers want healthier versions of their favorite treats that taste the same or better.


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Nutrition isn’t one size fits all

Research from Innova Market Insights reveals consumers' growing interest in personalized nutrition.
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Alyse Thompson
August 7, 2019

Thanks to the abundance of health and wellness information available online — and food manufacturers’ efforts to increase ingredient transparency — consumers have the opportunity to make individualized decisions about their diets and overall health.


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Engaging shoppers is hard. Keeping them is harder.

Outdated technology, short-term sales focus prevent retailers from keeping up, Klarna says.
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Alyse Thompson
July 31, 2019

We’ve all dealt with long checkout lines, haggling with a customer service rep, or having a website crash by clicking “place order.” New research from Klarna suggests shoppers will only tolerate such aggravations for so long.


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