Rockville, Md.-based Sherwood Brands has been granted the rights to manufacture and market Ringling Bros. branded confectionery items.

To offer consumers relief in tough economic times, Mars Snackfood US has introduced a nationwide program that would give full-sized samples of Mars chocolate products, product discounts and coupons to millions of consumers.

Dale M. Kuebler, v.p. of Elmer Candy Corp., died May 23, 2009 at the age of 61.

Richard M. Palmer Sr., the founder of novelty chocolate manufacturer R.M. Palmer Co., died April 14, 2009 at the age of 89.

Just Born, Inc. has appointed David A. Stephens as vice president of Enterprise Solutions and Services (ESS).

Round Lake, Minn.-based Farley’s & Sathers Candy Co., Inc. has appointed Liam C. Killeen chief executive officer. The company’s previous ceo, Keith Lively, will remain a member of the board

Following the success of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc.’s and Cold Stone Creamery’s co-branded test stores, the companies have decided to expand the number of their co-branded stores to several

Despite issues like obesity, the recession and time-strapped lifestyles, Americans are purchasing less portion-controlled packaging, reports Mintel.

Nestlé looks to take its Wonka brand to new heights by relaunching it with new products, redesigned packaging and a catchy marketing campaign.

The Mars bar has decreased in size by 11.6% in Australia, dropping from 60g to 53g, reports Chris Pepper in The Sunday Telegraph.