Forest

Protecting people and the planet

Ferrero has confirmed its commitment to making the palm oil industry good both for people and for nature, with the publication of its new Palm Oil Charter.

The sweetest night’s share

Confectionery giants suggest ways to grab more night-in sales CONFECTIONERY is one of the product categories that has embraced the big-night-in trend most and it,...
Swizzels big night in

Sweet stock competition

Swizzels has launched a new competition offering retailers the chance to score £100 worth of free stock.
Bounty coconut protein powder

Coconut protein fix with Mars

Mars Chocolate Drinks and Treats is hoping to appeal to fitness conscious consumers with its latest branded protein launch.
Sweets confectionery

Need to know for sales to grow

If you want to thrive in retail then its crucial to keep an eye on trends – particularly when it comes to the big hitting categories like confectionery.
Jason Sutherland

Ferrero keeps sweets Fresh

A focus on impulse and on-the-go options should be front of mind for retailers across the convenience channel.

Squirrelling into the confectionery market

Gnaw Chocolate has introduced a range of chocolate and granola bars with a high quantity of fibre and a ‘healthier chocolate’ recipe
Chupa Chups Incredible Chew

Something to chew on in August

CHUPA Chups is bringing an Australian range to the UK this August, diversifying its offer in the process.
Swizzels sweets

Ready for the seasonal rush

CONSUMERS are gearing up for the first proper post-restrictions Halloween since 2019.
Swizzels variety bags are packed full of old favourites such as Love Hearts, Parma Violets, Drumstick lollies and Refreshers chews.

Confectionery rules the big night in

With many consumers finding it hard to resist the demands of a sweet tooth for a night in, ensuring the aisle for all things sugary and sweet is well stocked is an absolute must to drive impulse purchases, reckons Swizzels.

Chocolate – spirit of the ‘new special’, taste, appeal and sharing

The trend is well-documented, to save money people are having a night in instead of a night on the tiles. And whether they’re entertaining...

Value conquers guilt

LOW prices help diminishing snack-related guilt for consumers who buy confectionery on the run according to biscuits, cakes and sweets manufacturer Lees of Scotland. Sales...

Boxing up generation gap

Among its Christmas chocolate selection this year, Nestle will be offering an extended After Eight range. A spokesperson said: “After Eight is looking to...

Bangers and cash

NESTLE Confectionery’s 2015 promotional activity for its Rowntree’s Randoms brand has begun with a ‘bang’. As part of a new campaign, lucky shoppers who find...

Festive chocs on the rise

CHRISTMAS chocolate saw sales value rise 5.3% in 2013 said Cadbury brand owner Mondelez International as it launched its festive range for this year. Consumers...
Forest Feast Signature Chocolate Nut range

Nuts about chocolate

FOREST Feast has launched a new Signature Chocolate Nut range in a bid to tap into growth for premium snacks.