Candy Industry articles from September 2007

Candy Industry archives from September 2007

Campbell's asking price for Godiva reportedly a billion-plus.(NEWSLETTER)
September 1, 2007... According to a report by Bloomberg.com, Campbell Soup Co.'s price tag for its Godiva chocolate division ranges between $1 to $1.5 billion. Estimates peg Godiva sales at 7% of its parent's annual revenue, about $490 million. Swiss chocolate...

Agriculture Secretary Johanns leaves, Deputy Secretary Conner takes over.(NEWSLETTER)
September 1, 2007... Citing his decision to run for the Senate seat being vacated by Nebraska's Chuck Hagel next year, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns submitted his resignation to President Bush this month. Deputy Agriculture Secretary Charles Conner has...

United Confectioners' chairman projects 2007 revenues could reach $1 billion.(NEWSLETTER)
September 1, 2007... One of Russia's leading confectionery companies, United Confectioners, should come close to posting nearly $1 billion in sales, Sergei Nosenko, chairman of the holding's board of directors, told Russia and CIS Business and Financial Newswire at...

Wrigley's new Russian plant to likely cost at least $100 million.(NEWSLETTER)(Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. chooses new location for the construction of new factory in Russia)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Chicago-based Wrigley Co. is set to choose a location for the construction of a new factory in Russia by 2008, Igor Savelev, managing director for Wrigley's East and South region in Russia, reported in Moscow-based Commercial Real Estate...

Trendspotting at ACE.(CANDY NEWS)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Anyone traversing through the newly built McCormick Place West, home to this year's All Candy Expo (ACE) show, which was held September 17-19 in Chicago, found themselves dazzled by wide aisles, colorful booths,...

Farley's & Sathers to buy Brach's Candy Co.(NEWS CANDY)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Round Lake, Minn.-based Farley's & Sathers signed an intent-to-purchase agreement for Brach's Candy Co., a U.S. subsidiary of Barry Callebaut AG. Brach's, which is headquartered in Dallas and posted sales of $270...

Philly show a sure bet.(CANDY NEWS)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The most recent Philadelphia National Candy Gift and Gourmet Show featured a wide range of confectionery must-haves--from efficient packaging and labeling methods to innovative finished products. The show, held...

Farber clinches Kettle.(CANDY NEWS)
September 1, 2007... Jorge Farber, president of Madelaine Chocolate Novelties, Rockaway Beach, New York, has been recognized by his peers as the recipient of the 62nd annual Kettle Award. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The award was presented on September 18...

New president at Bradman Lake.(Supplier News)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Charlotte, N.C.-based Bradman Lake, Inc. has promoted Gary Pickett to president. Pickett had previously held positions of vice president of business development and vice president of engineering at the company since...

Remy de Bruijn joins Florinnov as international sales director.
September 1, 2007... Remy de Bruijn, formerly general sales manager for Barry Callebaut's Luijckx Chocolate subsidiary, now heads up Florinnov's international sales. De Bruijn joined the company this summer as its international sales director and will oversee the...

Doing just fabulous in pharma: As the largest manufacturer of cough drops in the United States, BestSweet is taking advantage of its pharmaceutical expertise and manufacturing prowess and transforming it into double-digit growth.(Cover story)(Company overview)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Occasionally, life's simplest tasks reveal the most complex visions. Take Harry Overly's musings about popping a multivitamin in the morning, a ritual many consumers throughout the world perform. "Here I was...

A chocolate way of life: Peterbrooke Chocolatier's original franchising plan began in 2005 with modest hopes to sell two stores. But by Christmas 2007 the company will welcome its 30th franchise, bringing it one big step closer to its ultimate goal--becoming a national brand.(CHOCOLATE TRENDSLETTER)(Peterbrooke Chocolatier Inc.)(Company overview)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Some things clearly work together--Thanksgiving and football, a piece of dark chocolate and a glass of Merlot. But business and family? Well, the two don't always go hand-in-hand. And milk chocolate and buttered...

Sourcing hope: the World Cocoa Foundation's Ghana Cocoa Tour provides Candy Industry's editor the opportunity to discover the challenges and opportunities involved in growing and processing one of the world's most intriguing agricultural products.(SPECIAL REPORT)
September 1, 2007... Akwaaba! It's Twi (one of Ghana's four major languages) for welcome. For me, that one word seemed most appropriate in capturing the warmth and genuineness Ghana and its people demonstrated on my visit there. Let's say it's akin to eating...

IBIE debut in Orlando accents automation.(SHOW PREVIEW/IBIE)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE), which will be held in Orlando, October 7-10, 2007, is recognized worldwide as the event that introduces new baking technology with confectionery applications while...

Double dose of innovation at PACK/PROCESS EXPO shows.(PACK EXPO/PROCESS EXPO PREVIEW)
September 1, 2007... The combination of PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2007 and PROCESS EXPO creates an umprecedented trade show atmosphere in which packaging and processing professionals from around the world come together to build bigger, better, up-to-the-minute...

Organic's sweet partnership: today, everything from candy canes to cotton candy boasts an organic doppelganger. But chocolate has offered this wave the biggest welcome.(CATEGORY CLOSE-UP: ORGANIC CANDY)
September 1, 2007... Organic is everywhere. The Organic Trade Association's 2007 Manufacturer Survey found that U.S. organic food sales reached $16.9 billion in 2006, a whopping 22.1% growth from the previous year. But to put it all in perspective, organic food...

Feeding the organic demand: ingredient suppliers are responding to the surge of manufacturers seeking the much-coveted certified organic status.(Candy R&D: TRENDS & APPLICATIONS IN INGREDIENT TECHNOLOGY)
September 1, 2007... Last year, organic food sales hit nearly $17 billion in the U.S. But 2007 looks even more promising, with the industry expected to exceed $30 billion, the Organic Trade Association estimates. "The growth in the market for organic products...

Sweet and spicy sprays.(NEW PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] THE COMPANY: Impact Confections Inc., Colorado Springs. Colo. THE PRODUCT: Mike and Ike and Hot Tamales brands sprays. THE HOOK: Impact Confections, in a licensing agreement with Just Born, launched two...

Fruity and nutty gifts.(NEW PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] THE COMPANY: Sconza Candy Co., Oakland, Calif. THE PRODUCT: Fruit and Nut Confection Gift Packs THE HOOK: Sconza Candy introduces gift packs of its premium line of chocolate fruit and nut confections. Each...

Pop Rocks has merged with the traditional chocolate bar to create one of the most groundbreaking new candies on the market.(At a glance)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Pop Rocks has merged with the traditional chocolate bar to create one of the most groundbreaking new candies on the market. The new Pop Rocks Chocolate Bar combines the classic popping zest of Pop Rocks with rich...

Mueller Sports Medicine's Quench Gum is now available in two new thirst-quenching flavor combinations, Double Raspberry and Strawberry Watermelon.(At a glance)
September 1, 2007... Mueller Sports Medicine's Quench Gum is now available in two new thirst-quenching flavor combinations, Double Raspberry and Strawberry Watermelon. Quench Gum, a high-performance sports gum, has been a functional gum for 40 years. Quench Gum...

Anthon Berg.(At a glance)(Anthon Berg A/S)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Anthon Berg Chocolate Cocktail Creams, a new line extension to the Chocolate Liqueurs, feature high-quality dark Ghana chocolate and creamy cocktail fillings to make the perfect combination. The assortment consists of five different cocktails:...

Farley's & Sathers Candy Co. Inc's new Trolli Spiders are chewy gummies in flavorful black cherry, grape and strawberry flavors and look real enough to make a person squirm.(At a glance)
September 1, 2007... Farley's & Sathers Candy Co. Inc.'s new Trolli Spiders are chewy gummies in flavorful black cherry, grape and strawberry flavors and look real enough to make a person squirm. The 4.25-oz. size hanging bag is packed 12 per case and is also...

Twix and coffee lovers alike will experience a new and enticing way to enjoy their favorite candy bar with the introduction of Twix Java by Masterfoods USA.(At a glance)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Twix and coffee lovers alike will experience a new and enticing way to enjoy their favorite candy bar with the introduction of Twix Java by Masterfoods USA. This exciting limited edition will feature coffee flavored...

Complexion-boosting chocolate.(Candy R&D: NEW PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] THE COMPANY: Mars, Inc., Hackettstown, N.J. THE PRODUCT: Dove Beautiful Smooth Milk Chocolate and Vitalize Rich Dark Chocolate THE HOOK: Available in early 2008, Dove announced two new innovations--Beautiful...

Peppy peeps.(Candy R&D: NEW PRODUCTS)(peppermint marshmallow)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... THE COMPANY: Just Born, Bethlehem, Pa. THE PRODUCT: Peeps Peppermint Marshmallow Stars THE HOOK: Just in time for the holiday season, Just Born introduced Peeps Marshmallow Peppermint Stars--the first ever peppermint-flavored Peeps....

Catering to your dark and sweet side.(Candy R&D: NEW PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] THE COMPANY: Masterfoods USA, a Division of Mars Inc, Hackettstown, N.J. THE PRODUCT: M&M's Dark Chocolate Peanut and Razzberry Chocolate Candies THE HOOK: Mars Inc. recently introduced Dark Chocolate Peanut...

Modern mints.(Candy R&D: NEW PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] THE COMPANY: Channel 5!, Hagerstown, Md. THE PRODUCT: IQ Elements Mint Drops THE HOOK: Aiming for the adult market, IQ Elements Mint Drops combine gourmet flavors with vitamin and other essential nutrients to...

Vitiva chocolate protector.(Candy R&D: CREATORS BRIEFS')
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Vitiva of Slovenia developed Inolens 12, a natural solution for ensuring chocolate's freshness for extended time periods. The all-natural and allergen-free ingredient is a beneficial processing aid that protects...

Barry Callebaut launches white chocolate & real fruit.(Candy R&D: CREATORS BRIEFS')
September 1, 2007... Capitalizing on two major confectionery trends, Barry Callebaut introduced White Chocolate & Real Fruit. The new range of chocolates incorporate the consumer trends of new and exciting taste experiences and the growing demand for healthy or...

Tate & Lyle develops new dietary fiber.(Candy R&D: CREATORS BRIEFS')
September 1, 2007... Tate & Lyle recently launched Promitor Soluble Corn Fiber, the second fiber in the Promitor range. The fiber allows manufacturers to help consumers increase their fiber intake in a wide range of foods, including confectionery. Promitor Soluble...

Carle & Montanari's centennial reflects confectionery's progress.(INTERNATIONAL SUPPLIERS SPOTLIGHT)
September 1, 2007... At 100 years young, Carle & Montanari's centennial celebration honors the company's roots in chocolate production as well as its evolution into packaging machinery. A subsidiary of Bologna, Italy-based SACMI Imola, Carle & Montanari traces its...

Assessing ACE.(OPENING SHOTS)
September 1, 2007... First, let's clarify something; this editorial is not about my most recent trip to the hardware store. ACE here stands for All Candy Expo, that wonderful exhibition of sweets organized by the National Confectioners Association (NCA) and held...

Sweet Profile.(CANDY WRAPPER)
September 1, 2007... She used to advise people on having a diversified portfolio in order to build up their investments. Today, Julie Welch exhorts them to spend their money on old-fashioned candy to order to enjoy a bit of tasty nostalgia. For some, the leap...

Grupo Bimbo, Arcor open new $60-million plant in Toluca, Mexico.(NEWSLETTER)
September 1, 2007... Two food giants-Grupo Bimbo and Grupo Arcor--realized their Sweet Idea (Mundo Dulce) on September 14 by opening one of the largest confectionery plants in Central America. The 39,718-sq. meter (427,521 sq. ft.) facility-dubbed Sweet...

ConAgra Foods acquires Lincoln Snacks.(NEWSLETTER)
September 1, 2007... Earlier this month, Omaha-based ConAgra Foods purchased Lincoln Snacks, the makers of Poppycock and Fiddle Faddle popcorn treats from its Chicago-based parent, Ubiquity Brands. The line of popcorn snacks, which are produced in Lincoln, Neb.,...

Topps' stockholders side with Michael Eisner and Madison Dearborn partners.(NEWSLETTER)
September 1, 2007... In what has been a long and controversial buyout process, shareholders at New York City-based The Topps Co., approved a $384-million buyout by The Tornante Co., headed up by former Walt Disney Co. executive Michael Eisner, and Chicago-based...

UK's glisten forms joint venture with Skinny Candy.(NEWSLETTER)
September 1, 2007... London-based Glisten PLC, a manufacturer of cereals, fruit snack bars and health bars, has formed a joint-venture vehicle with Skinny Candy in the UK as a result of acquiring the brand and certain assets from Skinny Candy's founder, Sahar...