Halloween
NCA president and CEO John Downs calls for FDA response to California product dye ban
The president and CEO of the National Confectioners Association, John Downs, has called on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to take action in the wake of a Californian ruling banning food product dyes used in Halloween treats, writes Neill Barston.
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US families set celebrate with ‘spooktacularly’ strong multi-billion Halloween sales projected
Latest research from the National Confectioners Association has found that consumers are expecting to be on frighteningly good form this Halloween, with 93% of Americans set to share spooktacular tally of $6 billion in chocolate, candy and confectionery treats with friends, reports Neill Barston.
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Ferrero’s Halloween Calendar returns for a supernaturally fine fourth edition
A suitably spooky build-up to Halloween is being promised in the US, as fans of Ferrero’s ranges can once again enter into the spirit of the season with its fourth annual 31 Days of Halloween Countdown Calendar, writes Neill Barston.
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Global Halloween celebrations gather pace with a frighteningly strong array of treats this season
Frighteningly fantastic final preparations are coming together for this year’s Halloween celebrations this weekend, with events and limited edition confectionery set to form part of events around the world writes Neill Barston.
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Halloween celebrations in US set for confectionery twist with special KitKat costumes
As supernaturally fine Halloween celebrations gather pace around the world, KitKat in the US has been doing its bit to bring costume prep from fright to delight with an exclusive ensemble taking group costumes in a very quirky direction, writes Neill Barston.
Hershey turns up the dial with T-mobile for Halloween celebrations
Delivering a frightfully engaging plan for Halloween is a top priority for the Hershey-owned Reese’s brand which is linking up with T-mobile to give the season’s celebrations a 5G upgrade, writes Neill Barston.
Manufacturers set the spooky tone for global Halloween celebrations
With Halloween just under a couple of weeks away, the signs are looking strong for the confectionery sector as far as sales of sweets and snacks are concerned.
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Halloween confectionery spending increases in US, as spooky season gathers momentum
Latest studies on US pre Halloween chocolate and candy sales have seen a notable upturn, with sales reaching $324 million, up by 48% against the same time period in 2020, and rising 59.8% compared with two years ago, writes Neill Barston.
US set for biggest ever Halloween spending, including on confectionery lines
Despite ongoing pandemic concerns, US consumer spending on Halloween is set to be higher than ever- including on core confectionery items, with total seasonal spend of $10.14 billion forecast, up from $8.05 billion last year, according to research from the National Retail Federation, writes Neill Barston.
Hancocks maximises Halloween season as pandemic restrictions lift
UK-based wholesaler Hancocks has showcased a significant array of new Halloween confectionery launches for celebrations next month, in response to major pandemic curbs last year, writes Neill Barston.
US studies reveal 93% of millennial parents intend to celebrate Halloween
With the key Halloween period just weeks away, fresh studies from the US-based National Confectioners Association has revealed 93% of millennial parents intend to stage celebrations, writes Neill Barston.
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NCA studies reveal chocolate remains America’s favourite Halloween treat
Latest studies from the National Confectioners Association have revealed that chocolate-based treats are Americans’ most favoured for this year’s Halloween, with a total of 60% naming the category as their top choice for trick-or-treat pumpkins, reports Neill Barston.
Hershey’s After Dark primetime series set to offer key Halloween screen challenge
A series of spooky challenges awaits leading pastry chefs inside the famed Hersheypark, as they compete to create the most mind-bending chocolate showpieces is all part of the competitive fun in the new US primetime series, Chocolate Meltdown: Hershey’s After Dark.
Mondelēz makes early move to drive ‘spooky season’ confectionery success
While the spooky season may well be a while off yet, Mondelēz International is keen to help stores prepare for the key retail period including unveiling new mini Oreo series, reports Neill Barston.
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