The Republican senator from Pennsylvania recently accepted a nomination to the Senate's "Candy Desk" and the accompanying responsibility to keep the desk stocked.

The family-owned confectionery manufacturer, now celebrating its 50th year, made the changes according to the management succession plan it released in 2014.

Christian Jegen, former president of Haribo of America, has signed on to lead Pez Candy as its news president and ceo.

Mrs. Fields Confections, a subsidiary of Famous Brands Int’l, is acquiring almost all assets of Maxfield Candy Co., including its top brands, Maxfield Candy and Nutty Guys.

Promotion in Motion has a new executive v.p. and chief administrative officer; it’s Joseph Vittoria, former ceo and president of another major confectionery company — Pez Candy.

The company made the decision in an attempt to reduce “pester power” and promote healthier lifestyles.

Ponchatoula, La.-based Elmer Chocolate is spending $40 million to expand and modernize production capacity.