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Consumers continue to seek products with natural ingredients

FMCG research reveals nearly half of consumers say “natural” confectionery is important.

Will Cowling

January 22, 2020

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Consumers are actively looking for more natural products and ingredients, but what does naturalness mean to them?

Mars’ new vegan Galaxy chocolate bars highlight growing trend

The new ‘milk’ chocolate bars come in three flavors and sell for three times the price of regular Galaxy bars.

Crystal Lindell

November 20, 2019

Candy may not be the first thing people think of when they consider living as a vegan, but that doesn’t mean it’s not relevant. With ingredients like milk and gelatin, confections can be filled with animal products.

Premium, unique and healthy — confectionery consumers want it all

GlobalData recommends offering novel experiences to attract consumers.

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.

How Ted Cohen shaped the sugar-free candy sector we know today

Recent Kettle Award recipient Ted Cohen helped launch the sugar-free hard candy category with Hillside Candy.

Crystal Lindell

October 1, 2019

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Ted Cohen, former ceo and owner of Hillside Candy, recently received the 74th Annual Kettle Award for his work in the industry — including his vital role in advancing sugar-free hard candy.

How can candy companies target health and wellness consumers?

Latest Hershey acquisition highlights an evolving industry, while Hartman Group Report details the changing dynamics of the health and wellness sector.

Crystal Lindell

August 28, 2019

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Yes, candy companies have long been pigeonholed into the indulgent category, but as with all things, there’s money to be made by evolving.

Norti Nutrition chocolate bars promote gut health

Dairy- and gluten-free chocolate bars contain prebiotics, probiotics.

Alyse Thompson

August 21, 2019

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Norti's chocolate bars are enriched with prebiotics and probiotics to support healthy gut bacteria.

Report: Consumers don’t actually want less sugar — especially in candy

FMCG Gurus research shows that consumers have negative perceptions about sugar, but they don’t actually change their diets.

Mike Hughes

July 8, 2019

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Ultimately, consumers will prioritize indulgence over health when it comes to moments of enjoyment.

How to navigate the natural colors market

Sandy Golden-Dukes of IFC Solutions talks latest trends in natural colors.

Crystal Lindell

June 14, 2019

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Sandy Golden-Dukes, director of business development, IFC Solutions, offers his advice on natural alternatives, the FDA and the future of the sector.

New SMASHMALLOW flavors

SMASHMALLOW, Sonoma, Calif.

Alyse Thompson

June 14, 2019

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SMASHMALLOW is adding several new products to its line of premium, snackable marshmallow treats.

Sugar & Spun offers cotton candy with a twist

San Francisco-based company develops cotton candy with unique flavors.

June 14, 2019

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Gone are the days of boring and overly sweet blue or pink cotton candy. Sugar & Spun’s new standard includes unique flavors.

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