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Social media platform TikTok is the world’s hottest app, reaching 1 billion global users in September 2021 and climbing. It’s now THE place for consumers to discover new products (and new ways to enjoy favorite products) in every category, with the TikTok hashtag #TikTokMadeMeBuyIt reaching 7.1 million views. At the forefront of the buying frenzy – CANDY! Brilliant colors, a symphony of sounds, plus a shared experience everyone can get behind helps promote tasty products to new audiences. Candy is MADE for gaining TikTok followers. You too can create buzz — promote candy challenges your customers (and TikTokers) will love.

No need to start scrolling your TikTok feed to uncover the latest candy challenges. Our team has done the work for you.

Consumers’ love of sour candy will never sour. Candy Industry reported that the new sour candies released last year generated $105 million in sales, with sales of all sour candies totaling $1.3 billion. But what makes consumers tongue tied for these tangy treats?

In celebration of the launch of our latest sour gummy creations, we examine the reasons why consumers’ hearts skip a beat for the super sour.

For 2022, health is still a customer focus, but it’s moved from personal health, to the health of the planet. Supporting environmental health is the number one food trend identified by market intelligence company, Innova Market Insights (Food & Beverage Insider). Today, sustainably-sourced products are hot items, with 55% of consumers worldwide more likely to purchase a product with a sustainability claim (Grocery Dive). A key ingredient to sustained increased sales in 2022 — upping your sustainable brand offerings.

Spotting sustainability isn’t as hard as you might think. Read on for the different ways brands are focusing on sustainability.

Outside might be gray, but 2022’s food trend forecast is sunflower, floral, and citrus, with a chance of teatime. We combed through this year’s predictions and identified the top food trends you need to follow now.

It’s a new year! Time to take stock of your stock! Whether you’re new to the game, or been in the food business for some time, the slow down after the post holiday rush is a great time to evaluate your inventory and plan for the new year.

New year also means new you! Time to expand, or brush up on your purchasing knowledge. We polled our buying experts for their top purchasing tips and tricks sure to make your candy selection the best on the block.

Saturday, November 27th might be ‘Small Business Saturday’, but we think small businesses are a BIG deal every day.

Read on to uncover the major impact small businesses have on their local communities and why we ♥️ supporting small and local.