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NCA report: 'Get to know candy consumers'

Report offers analysis of growing non-chocolate candy market.

December 14, 2022

Non-chocolate candy represents 32% of all confectionery purchases made in the United States, according to a new report from the National Confectioners Association.

Masks optional at 2022 Sweets and Snacks Expo as of now

Show’s COVID-19 policy also states that the Expo will not require proof of vaccination nor a negative COVID-19 test as of April March 22, 2022.

Crystal Lindell

April 21, 2022

The NCA's COVID-19 policy also states that the Expo will not require proof of vaccination nor a negative COVID-19 test.

The 2022 NCA State of Treating report showed that chocolate had $21.1 billion in total sales, while non-chocolate had $12.7 billion, and gum and mints had $3.1 billion in total sales. All three combined totaled $36.9 billion in sales.

NCA State of Treating report: Total confectionery retail sales projected to reach $44.9B by 2026

Report showed consumers want brands to promote sustainability, engage on social media, offer a variety of portion sizes.

Crystal Lindell

March 23, 2022

The NCA says total confectionery category hit $36.9 billion in retail sales in 2021, and it’s projected to reach $44.9 billion in sales by 2026.

NCA says Valentine’s Day consumers to focus on love and self-care

NCA survey revealed that 91 percent of people say they’ll celebrate V-Day this year.

Crystal Lindell

February 9, 2022

“Valentine’s Day is positioned at the nexus of two powerful trends defining the confectionery category right now. Consumers are sharing chocolate and candy more frequently, and shoppers are increasingly looking for little moments to treat themselves," said NCA's John Downs.

NCA reveals America’s favorite kinds of Halloween candy

Survey also reveals how people like to eat candy corn

Crystal Lindell

September 1, 2021

It’s September 1, which only means one thing — it’s officially socially acceptable to be excited about Halloween!

NCA appoints Brian M. McKeon to senior VP of public policy role

McKeon starts August 30 and succeeds long-time NCA staff member Liz Clark.

Crystal Lindell

August 9, 2021

McKeon starts August 30 and succeeds long-time NCA staff member Liz Clark.

State of the Industry

State of the Candy Industry: 2021 brings innovation, evolution, uncertainty for candy sector

Data comparing confectionery category sales to pre-pandemic levels offers glimpse into different sectors.

Crystal Lindell

July 7, 2021

It’s been over a decade now since Crystal Lindell started working for Candy Industry in December 2010, and in all that time she has never witnessed the kind of massive changes that have happened within the confectionery sector over the last year.

COVID-19

After a year of COVID-19, how will the candy industry know the worst is over?

With about 3 months to go until the NCA’s Sweets & Snacks Expo, the event will again serve as a touchstone in the pandemic timeline.

Crystal Lindell

March 10, 2021

It’s different for different people. Editor Crystal Lindell marks the beginning of COVID-19 at 8:51 p.m. Central Time, March 11, 2020.

Sweets and Snacks Expo accepting submissions for ‘Most Innovate New Product Award’

Expo also will feature first-ever Supplier Showcase.

Crystal Lindell

March 8, 2021

The submitted products will be judged by retail and category thought-leaders representing 85 percent of the categories’ buying power.

NCA says in-person Sweets and Snacks Expo still on for June

Event slated to be held at the Indiana Convention Center June 23-25 with a pre-show day June 22.

Crystal Lindell

February 17, 2021

Theresa Anthony, senior director, Expo, sent out an email letter to members this week that said customers are ready to meet face-to-face.

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NCA report: 'Get to know candy consumers'

Masks optional at 2022 Sweets and Snacks Expo as of now

NCA State of Treating report: Total confectionery retail sales projected to reach $44.9B by 2026

NCA says Valentine’s Day consumers to focus on love and self-care

NCA reveals America’s favorite kinds of Halloween candy

NCA appoints Brian M. McKeon to senior VP of public policy role

State of the Candy Industry: 2021 brings innovation, evolution, uncertainty for candy sector

After a year of COVID-19, how will the candy industry know the worst is over?

Sweets and Snacks Expo accepting submissions for ‘Most Innovate New Product Award’

NCA says in-person Sweets and Snacks Expo still on for June

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