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Flavorchem reveals Top 5 chocolate candy trends

Consumers are turning to chocolate for comfort, celebration, and multi-sensory experiences.

Crystal Lindell

May 10, 2021

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Consumers are turning to chocolate for comfort, celebration, multi-sensory experiences, and more.

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Cargill acquires Belgium-based Leman Decoration Group

Cargill hopes the move will help it better serve gourmet customers in Europe.

Crystal Lindell

May 10, 2021

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The acquisition significantly broadens Cargill’s offerings in the decorations space, enabling the company’s cocoa and chocolate business to better serve gourmet customers in Europe and around the world.

Grocery delivery via drone? Kroger partners with Drone Express on pilot program

Pilot program starts this spring in Centerville, Ohio, with plans for California program next.

Crystal Lindell

May 3, 2021

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The pilot program will allow package delivery to the location of a customer's smartphone, as opposed to a street address.

NPD Report: Being sad or depressed during pandemic increased snacking

Other emotions caused consumers to snack less, like happiness, tiredness or just feeling neutral.

Crystal Lindell

May 2, 2021

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The relationship between mood and eating played out big time during the pandemic, especially when it comes to snacking and treating ourselves.

Registration now open for RCI’s 2021 Annual Convention & Industry Expo

Event is slated to take place July 19-23 in Columbus, Ohio

Crystal Lindell

May 2, 2021

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Organizers said attendees will be able to, “Safely explore what’s new in the confectionery industry and take away effective business and production strategies to help you build a more successful business.”

Stuffed Puffs filled marshmallows launches Cookies 'n Creme flavor

Debuting in new resealable packaging, the marshmallows feature cookie sandwich pieces in the center.

Crystal Lindell

May 2, 2021

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Debuting in new resealable packaging, the marshmallows feature cookie sandwich pieces in the center.

Mars launches new Promises chocolates in celebration of Mother’s Day

Candymaker also is hosting private screenings of ‘Pitch Perfect’ for moms.

Crystal Lindell

May 2, 2021

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DOVE Chocolate is launching new, silky-smooth Promises dark chocolates. And to celebrate, they are also inviting moms to a private screen of the movie ‘Pitch Perfect.’

Mars Wrigley opens new M&M’S Mall of America store

New 24,000 sq. ft., M&M'S Mall of America pays homage to Minnesota.

Crystal Lindell

May 2, 2021

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The new store is filled with immersive experiences that allow guests to leave with memories and digital downloads to share with friends and family.

Instacart data on COVID-19 shopping behaviors offers previously unheard of insights

Instacart shares how trends shifted over the last year by revealing data on consumer profiles, seasonal purchases, and even emoji use.

Crystal Lindell

April 28, 2021

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Instacart shares how trends shifted over the last year by revealing data on consumer profiles, seasonal purchases, and even emoji use.

New Goldfish Frank's RedHot crackers created to appeal to adult fans

Company says ‘Hot’ is the top requested Goldfish flavor across social media.

Crystal Lindell

April 28, 2021

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Company says ‘Hot’ is the top requested Goldfish flavor across social media.

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Reese’s brand debuts 9-inch peanut butter cup ‘pie’ for Thanksgiving

Two candy brands make YouGov’s 2021 Best Brand Rankings

Mintel shares 3 consumer trend predictions for 2022

Every state’s favorite Christmas candy in 2021

Hershey to push into pretzel category with $1.2B Dot’s, Pretzel Inc. acquisitions

Events

August 11, 2021

2021 Candy State of the Industry

On Demand Confectionery industry experts weigh in on the state of the candy industry, which has gone through the most massive shift in recent memory after grappling with COVID-19. While confectionery as a whole proved to be “pandemic proof,” not every individual category fared so well. Experts will share the insights they’ve gleaned over the last year, while also offering predictions on what’s to come.

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Products

Natural Food Flavors and Colorants, 2nd Edition

Although many foods are appealing, and even perceived as natural, in spite of containing synthetic additives, consumer increasingly prefer food products which are fully natural.

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