Month: August 2008

High Cocoa Prices: Record Levels

High Cocoa Prices: Record Levels

A bullish market is predicted with high prices overall. West African crops are reported down and consumers could end up paying more as a result. Also, child labor exploitation is still a huge problem for the cocoa producing regions which could also bring up prices, 

All Candy Expo Dates Change

All Candy Expo Dates Change

NCA (National Confectioner’s Association) changed the dates for next years 2009 All Candy Expo: May 19-21, and will also open an hour earlier the first two days (9:00 am).

Event: EPPS Candy Annual Planning

Event: EPPS Candy Annual Planning

The presentation and review of new candy products. 2008 event to be held in Atlanta, October 19-23. EPPS (Efficient Program Planning Session) with suppliers and buyers, sessions will be held in the suppliers suites. Event Agenda:http://www.ecrm-online.com/shows2004/show_agenda.asp?show_id=1128 No cost for retailers, brokers are welcome and manufacturers 

New Candy from Paas

New Candy from Paas

Seasonal Paas, known for their Easter coloring kits, has decorated candy eggs with seasonal messages and designs. They also have malted milk eggs with chocolate. Check out the new retail boxes.