A notice on Spangler’s website says the program will end May 31 and encourages customers to redeem their points before that date.

Factors influencing the global sugar confectionery industry include a growing inclination to gift confectionery products and investments by market players in promotional activities.

Ted Cohen, former ceo and owner of Hillside Candy, recently received the 74th Annual Kettle Award for his work in the industry — including his vital role in advancing sugar-free hard candy.

Archie McPhee has made headlines in the past for launching outrageous candy cane flavors, and this year is no exception. 

American Licorice Co. is launching Aprati Foods, a hard candy brand produced in Cambodia, in the U.S.