Candy and Snack Trends

Specific is better for food product benefit claims

Mintel research reveals decrease in “all natural” claims on Canadian product launches.

December 12, 2018

Americans aren't the only ones confused about how “natural” can and should apply to food. New research from Mintel shows our neighbors to the north might be struggling with it, too.

Non-chocolate candy sales to hit $12.42 billion in 2023

Packaged Facts predicts non-chocolate candy sales to generate $11 billion in 2018.

Alyse Thompson

December 12, 2018

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The U.S. non-chocolate candy market is poised to reach $12.42 billion in 2023, according to a new report from Packaged Facts.

Marshmallow trends: Clean labels, unique flavors

Innovation helps push marshmallows into premium confection, snacking categories.

Alyse Thompson

September 10, 2018

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When it comes to consumers' favorite marshmallow treats, the marshmallows often play a supporting role.

How the fine chocolate sector can learn from other craft industries

FCIA event offers look at how specialty coffee, craft beer industries define themselves.

Curtis Vreeland

September 7, 2018

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Hoping to glean knowledge from other successful categories of craft food, the keynote presentation of the FCIA's event was "Learning from other Industries."

2018 State of the Industry: Opportunities abound in confectionery market driven by snacking, treating

Global confectionery markets continue to grow.

Bernie Pacyniak

July 24, 2018

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In case you haven't noticed, there's a snacking revolution going on.

Organic candy trends: Clean bill of health

Manufacturers create clean versions of classic treats for growing subset of shoppers seeking organic products.

Alyse Thompson

July 23, 2018

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Consumers want to have their candy and eat it, too.

Achieving the 'best' caramel by formulation, processing

Adjusting caramel components can help manufacturers meet production, flavor needs.

Randy Hofberger

July 17, 2018

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There are many different types and styles of caramel and just as many visions of what is the "best" caramel.

Bazooka Candy Brands inspires innovation

Topps Company division leverages power of their brands with breakthrough concepts.

Bernie Pacyniak

April 27, 2018

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It all began with the Ring Pop, that jewel-shaped piece of candy placed on a plastic ring that resembles a pacifier.

Super-premium chocolate helps drive growth in U.S. chocolate market

High-quality ingredients, care in preparation fuels interest in super-premium chocolate, despite price.

Alyse Thompson

April 18, 2018

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American consumers may equally love chocolate, but not all chocolate is created equal.

Mars Wrigley Confectionery directs sustainability efforts to mint

Company lauches sustainability, community wellness programs to benefit mint farms in India.

Bernie Pacyniak

February 6, 2018

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Aside from discussing garden variety mints, the sourcing of this herb typically doesn't surface to the forefront -- until now. Given consumer interest in sustainability issues, mint has also come under scrutiny regarding its origins and harvesting.