NCA talks holiday candy, consumer trends Confectionery sales are expected to grow 3% this holiday season. Liz Parker Kuhn December 19, 2024 The winter holidays are one of the big four seasons that account for 64% of annual sales for the $48 billion confectionery industry.Read More
Nuts.com releases holiday snacks The treats range from chocolate-covered gummies to dried fruits. Candy Industry Staff December 12, 2024 The website is offering consumers everything from peppermint bark and Christmas truffles to its Holly Jolly Jingle mix and Santa pants.Read More
Swedish Fish on 'Sel-Fish' holiday campaign, going viral The brand's new ad campaign features a "sel-fish" Santa. Liz Parker Kuhn December 11, 2024 We recently touched base with a representative from Mondelēz International about the rising trend of gummy candy, as well as Swedish Fish's consistent growth and plans for continued innovation into 2025.Read More
Ferrero debuts holiday survey on consumers' habits 56% of adults prefer to gift and receive chocolates versus wine. Candy Industry Staff December 9, 2024 Consumers intend to indulge more this holiday season, prioritizing chocolate over other treats.Read More
NCA provides candy for White House winter holidays The organization also provided handcrafted candy ornaments and decorations. Candy Industry Staff December 5, 2024 NCA and its member companies provided chocolate and candy used to fill candy jars, decorate trees, and add a touch of sweetness throughout the space.Read More
NCA: Consumers ready for holidays with chocolate, candy A recent survey showed 95% of Americans are ready to celebrate with confectionery. Candy Industry Staff December 4, 2024 A recent survey showed 95% of Americans are ready to celebrate with confectionery.Read More
Cinnaholic launches holiday menu The menu includes LTO holiday rolls and featured holiday items. SF&WB Staff December 3, 2024 The "rollout" includes new treats and sweets perfect for the holiday season, the company says. Read More
'Tis the season for candy eating Confectionery producers are working hard this holiday season to release LTOs. Liz Parker Kuhn November 21, 2024 We are officially firmly in the holiday season, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and more—what does that mean for producers?Read More
Bonnie & Pop Chocolatiers offers holiday gifting options The brand can also accommodate customization requests. Candy Industry Staff September 12, 2024 Bonnie & Pop has consumers covered for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa gifting options. Read More
ofi reveals festive trends for cocoa and confectionery Trends include spicy flavors, premium advent calendars, and more. Liz Parker Kuhn December 5, 2023 This week, olam food ingredients (ofi) has identified four chocolate and confectionery trends set to shape this year’s festive season.Read More