Renewed focus on accessible gifting, along with consumers turning to chocolate to lift their spirits and cheer up loved ones during the COVID-19 pandemic, has buoyed the truffles, pralines, filled chocolates category.

Catherine Bertrac, senior VP, marketing, Kinder North America, recently spoke to Candy Industry about the Kinder brand’s growth and some of its latest innovations and partnerships.

Ferrero USA, Inc. will feature a slate of new products at the 2021 Sweets & Snacks Expo, set for June 23-25 in Indianapolis, Ind.

Three brands — Crunch, Butterfinger and Baby Ruth — will introduce limited-edition packaging with art created by CMNH Champions.

Based on the popular full-size candy bar, these bite-sized pieces feature smooth milk chocolate, a thin, crispy wafer filled with a creamy hazelnut filling and dark chocolate drizzle.

Paul Chibe, president and CEO of Ferrero North America, has been named chairman of the National Confectioners Association’s (NCA) Board of Trustees for a two-year term that begins immediately.

Ferrero has unveiled limited-edition Easter products from Kinder, Kinder Joy, Nutella, Tic Tac and other brands.

Ferrero's Valentine's Day lineup includes new offerings and upgrades to favorites from Ferrero Rocher, Butterfinger, Crunch and other brands.

Created to inspire fun and adventurous moments for consumers, Big Berry Adventure is beginning to roll out on shelves nationwide.

Data from the National Retail Federation show Halloween participation won’t completely duplicate past years, but many U.S. consumers will find ways to enjoy the sweet and spooky holiday.