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Swizzels expands Halloween confectionery range with new Squashies Squeletons
Swizzels has expanded its range with the launch of a limited-edition Squashies Squeletons product ahead of Halloween.
Krispy Kreme launches Barbie-inspired doughnut collection to mark 65th anniversary
Krispy Kreme has unveiled a new doughnut collection in celebration of the 65th anniversary of the Barbie brand, featuring four new treats.
McCormick introduces limited-edition finishing sugars for seasonal baking and beverages
McCormick has launched six limited-edition Holiday Finishing Sugars, designed to cater to the growing consumer interest in festive baking.
Ferrero Rocher launches Dark Hazelnut and Crunchy Salted Caramel chocolate bar
Ferrero North America has unveiled its latest chocolate bar flavour, Dark Hazelnut and Crunchy Salted Caramel, just in time for autumn.
Valeo Foods bolsters presence in confectionery space with IDC Holding acquisition
Valeo Foods has agreed to acquire IDC Holding, a producer of wafers, biscuits, confectionery and chocolate in Central and Eastern Europe.
Hershey appoints Michael Del Pozzo as president of US confection business
The Hershey Company has appointed Michael Del Pozzo as president of its US confection business, effective September 16 2024.
Cargill upgrades coatings and fillings plant in Deventer, the Netherlands
Cargill has increased the capacity of its coatings and fillings plant in Deventer, the Netherlands, by 60%.
Cargill opens Indonesian blending facility for ‘multi-sensorial’ confectionery
Cargill has opened its first blending facility in Southeast Asia, located at its site in Pandaan, East Java, Indonesia.
Collaboration is king: The rise of food and beverage brand fusions
As brands seek to capture new markets, we are witnessing a growing trend of hybrid products that blend both food and drink.
Mount Franklin Foods acquires assets of confectionery company Stuffed Puffs
Mount Franklin Foods has announced the acquisition of assets from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania-based Stuffed Puffs.
Terry’s expands offering with 'ballsy' NPD
Carambar’s British confectionery brand Terry’s, recognised for its chocolate orange, has launched a new Chocolate Milk Ball.