Mondelēz International Inc. has released new findings on love, connection and snacks from the sixth annual State of Snacking report, a global consumer trends study that examines snacking decisions. In time for Valentine’s Day, the survey found that 71 percent of consumers worldwide agree that sharing snacks with others is a love language. Developed in […]
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Candy And Snacks: A Winning Formula For Independent Retailers
Sponsored content A Q&A with Anne-Marie Roerink, principal of 210 Analytics 2024 Trends: Balancing Value and Indulgence Q: What were the major trends shaping the retail, candy and snacks landscape in 2024? The dominant story of 2024 was the “value balancing act,” as consumers skillfully navigated between indulgence and practicality. This year saw a surge […]
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NCA Names 2025 Golden, Silver Candy Dish Award Recipients
The National Confectioners Association (NCA) has named the recipients of the 2025 Golden and Silver Candy Dish Awards. Lyndi Verstrate, business manager at Shankman & Associates, will receive the Golden Candy Dish Award, while the Silver Candy Dish Award will go to Mike Farley, VP of sales at Goetze’s Candy Co. The awards will be […]
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Mars Wrigley Executive: Convenience Store Shoppers Seeking More Variety
Mars Wrigley boasted a strong presence at the 2024 NACS Show in Las Vegas, with its booth showcasing several new products and twists on some of its classic offerings. After the show, Mike Gilroy, the company’s VP of trade development and sponsorship, shared the following recap with The Griffin Report. What is new with […]
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FTC Sues PepsiCo For Illegal Price Discrimination
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has sued PepsiCo Inc., contending the company has engaged in illegal price discrimination by providing one customer – a large, big-box retailer – with unfair advantages, while raising prices for competing retailers and customers. The FTC’s complaint maintains that Pepsi is providing this customer with promotional payments and allowances without […]
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The Wonderful Co. Commits $10 Million To California Wildfire Relief
The Wonderful Co. is committing $10 million to fire relief efforts in the Los Angeles area. Immediate donations will focus on providing real-time support to first responders, both firefighters and police, with donations expanding over time to broader relief efforts. The company also announced it would double all L.A. fire-related donations made by its 10,000 […]
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The Hershey Co. President, CEO Shares Retirement Plans
Michele Buck, chairman of The Hershey Co. Board of Directors, president and CEO, has informed the company of her intention to retire, effective June 30, 2026. Buck will retain her roles until her successor is appointed, at which time she plans to resign from the board and transition to a senior advisor role until retirement. […]
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Hostess Introduces Refreshed Logo, Packaging
Hostess, an Orrville, Ohio-based snacks company, has unveiled a new logo and packaging design as part of a refresh of the brand, modernizing its look and feel to enhance appeal with new consumers. The updated logo retains the trademark heart, reflecting that the brand’s core values remain intact, while offering a new font style and […]