“To help consumers decide what to give their Valentines, we’ve created a list of seven personality traits that align with different types of chocolate,” explains Jessica Ruttman, marketing manager at Ethel M Chocolates.

Looks like Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch has finally reached the pot of gold at the rainbow’s end. And winning the Super Bowl is no longer his only motivation for scoring touchdowns. Skittles has agreed to a formal deal with the player in honor of his renowned love for the candy dating back to his middle school years. 

With an all-new European Confectionery Pavilion, an upgraded mobile app, more space for exhibitors, and speakers from Zappos, ESPN and NBC, the annual show is sure to be sweet.

Herman Goelitz Rowland Sr., chairman of the board at Jelly Belly Candy Co., is the first award winner of the ISM Lifetime Achievement Award.

Harris represented the U.S. as one of 11 contestants, each representing a different country at the Ladies’ World Pastry Championship in Rimini, Italy, Jan. 18-20. 

The world of food is constantly changing and consumer preferences are promoting a high rate of innovation, Cargill finds.

The endless number of games and applications, along with clothing lines, that use “candy” in their titles could have to either change their product name or remove it from sales altogether.

As a member of the Retail Confectioners International (RCI) Carol received numerous awards for her knack for presentation. 

"Anyone who enjoys a good, cold beer will enjoy Draft Beer Jelly Belly beans for the simple fact that it tastes just as you'd imagine," says Rob Swaigen, v.p. of marketing for Jelly Belly Candy Co.