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We recently talked to Todd Elliott, president, Oh My! Studios, about trends in novelty candies and its Snax Pack brand. 

Sweets & Snacks Expo announced that registration for the 2025 show—taking place from May 12-15 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis—is now open for all attendees.

A Nielsen survey from 2021, commissioned by HI-CHEW, showed the flavor ranks as a top choice among Gen Z and Millennial consumers.

Gabby and her kitty friends are included in designs for light-up bracelets, mini backpacks, and light-up candy fans.

A recent survey showed 95% of Americans are ready to celebrate with confectionery.

The Sweet Week aims to set new benchmarks as an event, innovation platform, and a networking hub. 

Just Born's Peepsfest is a family-friendly festival that will be held 3-6 pm, December 30-31 in Bethlehem, PA, and feature a 400-lb Peeps Chick Drop, along with live music and entertainment, ice skating, a fun run, and more.

Mondelēz International announced the appointment of Volker Kuhn as EVP and president, Europe, effective April 1, 2025, reporting directly to chair and CEO Dirk Van de Put.

Biochar is a regenerative farming practice that locks up carbon removed from the atmosphere into soils, contributing to improved soil health and reducing the carbon footprint of cocoa.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Inc. has announced the appointments of Melvin Keating and Al Harper to the company’s board of directors, replacing Starlette B. Johnson and Charlson Arnold, effective November 26.