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2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: COVID-19 impacts every category

Unprecedented times are offering the industry the chance to innovate and adapt.

July 13, 2020

There’s no way to write about the State of the Confectionery industry without leading with COVID-19. The global pandemic hit the U.S. in early 2020, and it’s had a massive impact on the country and the global economy.

Partnership between Mars Wrigley, FanFood yields increase in concession, confectionery sales

Pilot test conducted at Durham Bulls Athletic Park in Durham, N.C.

October 28, 2019

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A recent pilot test between Mars Wrigley and FanFood showed an increase in overall concession sales led by the doubling of confectionery sales.

NCA names winners of 2019 Confectionery Leadership Awards

Cindy Maly of Casey’s General Stores, Stephanie Panzetta of Weis Markets honored for contributions to confectionery industry.

February 7, 2019

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Cindy Maly from Casey’s General Stores and Stephanie Panzetta from Weis Markets are recipients of the National Confectioners Association’s (NCA) 2019 Confectionery Leadership Awards.

How the government shutdown impacts the confectionery industry

From employment records to D.C. shops — the partial government shutdown is hurting candy makers and sellers.

Crystal Lindell

January 9, 2019

As we slog through the second longest government shutdown in history (so far), it’s becoming increasingly clear that even partially shutting down the government has ripple effects all the way to the candy industry.

Global State of the Industry: A momentary pause

Growth has slowed in many regions and several sectors, particularly those buffeted by wars and economic slowdowns. Still, all signs suggest it’s just a matter of taking a deep breath before innovative new products spur a resurgence.

Bernie Pacyniak

June 22, 2015

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Despite slowing groth, all signs suggest it’s just a matter of taking a deep breath before innovative new products spur a resurgence.

Confectionery Trends in the United States

Euromonitor International offers insight into the current candy marketplace

October 1, 2012

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Confectionery sales in the United States continued to do fairly well overall in 2011 and 2012, despite some underperforming areas and retail price increases.

State of the Industry: Challenges Facing the Industry as the Pandemic Lingers

The ongoing pandemic has changed the way consumers shop, socialize, and share, behaviors that have a direct impact on the confectionery industry. In this webinar looking at the 2020 State of the Confectionery Industry, we will consider the undeniable fact that even though we are avoiding crowds and are side-stepping sharing occasions, we crave the comfort and security confectionery provides us.

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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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Candy Industry Magazine

June 2019

The June 2019 issue features an interview with a natural candy color specialist, a look at how chocolate bar makers can stand out from the crowd, our global state of the candy industry, and more.

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