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Editors Crystal Lindell and Alyse Thompson share their insights on the latest industry news, product trends and marketing plans.

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Sweethearts

Sweethearts are back — sort of

Spangler Candy Co. experienced logistical, production challenges after acquiring Sweethearts brand.
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Alyse Thompson
February 5, 2020

The colorful candy hearts are back on shelves after a yearlong hiatus, though in limited quantities. News reports also indicate they have fewer messages and a slightly different taste.


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Which flavors will be hot in 2020?

Fruity, flavors about in trend predictions from flavor house FONA International.
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Alyse Thompson
January 8, 2020

Fruity and floral food and beverage products continue to pop up on the market. There’s a reason for that, according to FONA International. 


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Pantone Classic Blue

Pantone goes true blue with 2020 Color of the Year

Classic Blue evokes wellness, dependability, expanded thinking.
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Alyse Thompson
December 10, 2019

While Pantone is closely connected to fashion and interior design, the color identification system and its Color of the Year can also apply to food and food packaging.


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Tortilla chips

Taste, nutrition keys to developing successful snack products

Innova Market Insights reports 46 percent of consumers eat salty snacks in the afternoon.
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Alyse Thompson
November 27, 2019

Innova Market Insights said new product development is reflecting the industry’s push toward added value, both in terms of taste and nutritional benefits.


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Do consumers prefer reduced sugar over sweeteners?

Innova Market Insights shares research on sugar-related claims in new product launches.
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Alyse Thompson
November 13, 2019

Innova Market Insights says sugar-related claims continue to grow, and they’re increasingly taking more prominent on-pack positions.


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Saving the environment, one purchase at a time

Hartman Group report suggests more consumers are purchasing sustainable products.
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Alyse Thompson
October 23, 2019

There’s a reason why tension over climate change, plastic use and other environmental concerns have swelled, the Hartman Group says in a new report. These crises are no longer distant concepts — they’re urgent problems, and consumers want solutions.


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Premium, unique and healthy — confectionery consumers want it all

GlobalData recommends offering novel experiences to attract consumers.
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Alyse Thompson
October 9, 2019

New research from London-based firm GlobalData suggests candy and chocolate brands should develop unique and delicious experiences, but they should try to keep them healthy, too.


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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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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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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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