Talking better-for-you candy with Cargill Manufacturers look for sugar reduction, better-for-you indulgences. Liz Parker Kuhn July 2, 2024 A representative from Cargill speaks about better-for-you candy and how manufacturers can tweak their products to fit the category.Read More
Goetze's celebrates cow mascot's 10th birthday Its mascot, Duke, will celebrate its birthday on National Cow Day, July 9. Liz Parker Kuhn July 1, 2024 Goetze’s Candy Company, Inc. announced special celebrations in honor of Duke’s 10th birthday on National Cow Day on Tuesday, July 9.Read More
ACMA celebrates 100 years of innovation Some of the company's earliest successes were solutions for candies, chocolates. Liz Parker Kuhn July 1, 2024 Since 1924, the company has specialized in the design and production of automatic machines and systems for packaging consumer goods.Read More
Nestlé ITR names Frédéric Porchet general manager Porchet joined Nestlé Switzerland in 2004 as senior product manager. Liz Parker Kuhn July 1, 2024 Frédéric (Fred) Porchet will succeed Stewart Dryburgh as general manager, Nestlé International Travel Retail (NITR), effective September 1. Read More
Esther Price Candies debuts single-serve Fruit Meltaways The meltaways will retail for $1 per single wrapped candy. Liz Parker Kuhn July 1, 2024 The Fruit Meltaways come in three different flavors: Milk Chocolate and Dark Chocolate Lemon, Orange, and Raspberry.Read More
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory taps new chair of audit committee The new chair is a seasoned corporate finance executive with 20+ years of experience. Liz Parker Kuhn July 1, 2024 The company announced that Charles Arnold has been appointed to the company's board of directors, where he will serve as chair of the audit committee.Read More
Anthony-Thomas renovates facility, creates 60 jobs The facility upgrades officially started at the beginning of 2024. Liz Parker Kuhn July 1, 2024 We talked to an Anthony-Thomas Chocolates representative about the expansion and what it means for the company.Read More
How to use walnuts to provide nutrition in confectionery Walnuts can include tangy, acidic, and tannic notes, as well as a fairly mild flavor. Liz Parker Kuhn July 1, 2024 Confectioners are leaning into walnuts to provide a nutritious bite and appeal to discerning consumers. Read More
Fairtrade International elects new board members The board members were each elected to a three-year term. Liz Parker Kuhn June 28, 2024 The board of directors of Fairtrade International announced the election of eight board members during its annual General Assembly.Read More
RCI awards 2024 Henry J. Bornhoftt Award to Tim Burke Burke is the owner and CEO of Burke Candy & Ingredients. Liz Parker Kuhn June 28, 2024 Tim Burke has dedicated nearly 55 years to the confectionery industry, leaving an indelible mark on his business and the RCI organization.Read More