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Mars Wrigley U.S. Removes 98 Metric Tons of Plastic

The company’s launch of 100% recyclable M&M’S theater boxes eliminates plastic overwrap equaling the weight of a space shuttle headed into orbit.

December 17, 2021

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Hershey Completes Acquisition of Dot’s Pretzels and Pretzels Inc.

The addition of Dot’s Pretzels adds to Hershey’s portfolio the fastest-growing scale U.S. pretzel brand, representing 55% of the pretzel category’s growth during the past year.

December 16, 2021

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Hershey to Purchase Dot’s Homestyle Pretzels and Pretzels Inc.

The acquisition of Dot’s Homestyle Pretzels and Pretzels Inc. will complement Hershey’s growing salty snacking portfolio and create an opportunity to reach new consumers in new occasions, advancing Hershey’s snacking powerhouse vision.

November 10, 2021

Sustainability

Mars Bars Sold in U.K., Ireland, and Canada to Be Certified as Carbon Neutral by 2023

The carbon neutral pledge was made less than a month after the company announced its commitment to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions across its full value chain by 2050.

November 8, 2021

Industry News

Russell Stokes Named CEO of Kind North America

Stokes will lead Kind North America’s efforts to further uphold and expand the Kind Promise, a set of nutrition principles that have guided the company’s innovation since its founding.

October 21, 2021

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Ferrero Building Its First-ever North American Chocolate Processing Facility

The $75 million project will be instrumental to Ferrero’s building on its growth in the market, and advance the company’s goal of being a world leader in global confectionery.

October 14, 2021

Industry News

Ferrero Group Chooses Todd Siwak to Lead North American Business

Siwak will be responsible for driving the strategic growth of Ferrero’s expanding market share and transitioning the business from being part of an international region to its own distinct area.

September 7, 2021

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Cargill to Acquire Leading Asian Chocolate Supplier

The acquisition of chocolate maker Aalst will expand Cargill’s Asia-Pacific cocoa and chocolate offerings, allowing the company to better serve its industrial and foodservice customers in the region.

August 24, 2021

Sustainability

Candy Company Furthers Sustainability Efforts with HVAC and Lighting Upgrades

MnTAP internship results in solutions to reduce energy consumption, updating the 62-year-old facility.

May 17, 2021

Sustainability

Precipak Announces Sealpac Representation in U.S.

Innovative traysealers extends line of solutions for food processing industry.

March 2, 2021

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Confectionery Market 2020

Join Larry Wilson, VP of Industry Affairs at the National Confectioners Association, as he covers all the latest and greatest in the confectionery industry.

December 14, 2020

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Market Snapshot: Candy & Confectionery

Consumers are seeking healthier choices in confectionery treats, such as reduced sugar or protein-fortified formulations.

March 10, 2020

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Global Packaging Outlook: North America

In the United States, the convenience of smaller pack sizes continues to draw high demand, but sustainability also continues to be a major issue, driving innovative materials, new pack types and industry-driven reuse/recycle programs.

October 4, 2019