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Candy Industry editors share their insights on the latest industry news, product trends and marketing plans.

A wedding brings together the candy industry

A wedding brings together the candy industry

Spangler Candy's Sweethearts brand hosted a real ceremony in Vegas.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
May 29, 2026

At this year's Sweets & Snacks Expo, a live (and real!) wedding was held on Wednesday, May 20.


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8 products we loved at the 2026 ECRM show

Eight products I loved at the 2026 ECRM show

The Christmas and Halloween conference showcased trending flavors and more.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
March 4, 2026

Some of the unique products I saw at ECRM this year range from Minecraft gummies, to ube truffles, and more.


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2025 Sweets & Snacks Expo

Trendspotting at the 2025 Sweets & Snacks Expo

This year's conference showcased plenty of trends, including lower-sugar candy.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
May 27, 2025

Candy Industry Senior Editor Liz Parker Kuhn attended the show for her third year in a row.


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Tony's Chocolonely launches Countdown Calendar

'Tis the season for candy eating

Confectionery producers are working hard this holiday season to release LTOs.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
November 21, 2024

We are officially firmly in the holiday season, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and more—what does that mean for producers?


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Spotting candy in movies

Spotting candy and snacks in movies

The "Ghostbusters" franchise will always be associated with the fictional Stay-Puft Marshmallows.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
August 6, 2024

Whether it's a real candy or made up specifically for that movie, there are always sweets galore to be found.


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Oreo returns to the Big Game in 2024

Taking a look at advertising in the confectionery industry

Some candy and snack companies don't run ads as often as you may think.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
April 24, 2024

Seeing advertising in any industry is inevitable—but what I find interesting is that some candy and snack companies don't run ads as often as you may think.


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NCA conference 2024

Attending the NCA State of the Industry Conference as a first-timer

Senior Editor Liz Parker shares her experiences as a first-time attendee at NCA's SOTIC.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
March 21, 2024

The National Confectioners Association's State of the Industry Conference (SOTIC) took place March 17–20 at the JW Marriott Resort in Aventura, Florida.


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Sweet experience quickly turns bitter at Willy’s Chocolate Experience

Sweet experience quickly turns bitter at Willy’s Chocolate Experience

The disastrous candy attraction offers a lesson on how to let down customers.
Jenni Spinner, Chief Editor, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
Jenni Spinner
March 7, 2024

The disastrous candy attraction offers a lesson on how to let down customers.


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Wonka bars, 1971 movie

Where are the Wonka bars?

With the release of the new "Wonka" movie, consumers clamor for Wonka Bars.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
December 19, 2023

Where can consumers find Wonka Bars, made famous by the original 1971 Wonka movie? The answer: they're no longer made in the U.S.


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Change is not always easy, but it can be for the best

Changes don't always have to be bad—in fact, they could end up improving your life.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
October 16, 2023

The pandemic has given B2B employees like myself more opportunities to network with coworkers, attend virtual events, and work from home.


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