CandyStore.com has created a map highlighting the sweets each state loves to love on Valentine’s Day.

The NRF noted total spending is up 32 percent from 2019, thanks to strong consumer finances and the ongoing trend of consumers buying more gifts for friends, family, co-workers and pets.

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.

The Sour Punch and Red Vines brands are offering chewy candy and licorice in a variety of pack sizes for Valentine’s Day.

DOVE Chocolate is making it easy to spread love with the launch of new Truffle Gift Tubes.

The Peeps brand has introduced a quartet of Valentine’s Day that will make any candy lover feel special.

Bazooka Candy Brands has introduced four Valentine’s Day items sure to sweeten up any celebration.

The 2020 Norman Love Confections’ Valentine’s Collection features 10 flavors fans of premium chocolate are sure to love.

McCrea’s Candies has introduced two new caramel products for Valentine’s Day.