Most Active Articles 2013-05-23T15:19:19.620-04:00 Business Exchange Business_Exchange@businessweek.com urn:com:businessweek:bx:topic:most-active:consumer-packaged-goods Adam Aston aaston564 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9917263182088838234-3a31f9cf900beaf30cc3bbead627b069 2013-03-01T11:58:24.988-05:00

http://candysphere.com/?p=16 Peter Fretty pfretty150 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9917502993995235414-89c99bf15793dfb8d80b1e6ef5c04a7e 2013-03-01T11:57:38.080-05:00

http://candysphere.com/?p=23 Peter Fretty pfretty150 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9917982617931916678-e5fd097b75b299c8ebaf0744a3da2a5c 2013-03-01T12:21:09.712-05:00

Atkinson Candy Company recently entered into an agreement with Laco Inc., a strategic partner of The Warrell Corporation, to purchase the Slo Poke, Black Cow and Sophie Mae brands.

Atkinson Candy Company recently entered into an agreement with Laco Inc., a strategic partner of The Warrell Corporation, to purchase the Slo Poke, Black Cow and Sophie Mae brands. http://candysphere.com/?p=45 Peter Fretty pfretty150 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15120629959127766281-6a95d67e4f0b76e49de71d6181e4970a 2013-03-16T10:56:42.124-04:00

http://consumergoods.edgl.com/news/Hain-Celestial-Debuts-New-Products85336 Peter Fretty pfretty150 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2466825852826653308-f69ff8db6815d518ee9273ef3abfcd5b 2013-02-28T15:38:51.015-05:00

Social media has created new ways for advertisers to seek a call to action that go beyond the share and the "like."

Social media has created new ways for advertisers to seek a call to action that go beyond the share and the "like." http://adage.com/article/digital/cpg-marketers-embrace-web-ads-calls-action/239977/ Peter Fretty pfretty150 4 4 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5882244580033105389-6dcbe8268b60ba2d32d238b7f12899a0 2013-03-14T18:23:18.524-04:00

Based on data revealed this week at the Department of Labor's Child Labor Cocoa Coordinating Group (CLCCG), the non-profit groups behind the Raise The Bar, Hershey campaign

Based on data revealed this week at the Department of Labor's Child Labor Cocoa Coordinating Group (CLCCG), the non-profit groups behind the Raise The Bar, Hershey campaign http://candysphere.com/chocolate-leaders-raising-the-bar/ Peter Fretty pfretty150 11 9 0 2 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6787127495183670840-9d8b4497009a861780975fbae35cecab 2012-07-19T09:33:18.778-04:00

For most global manufacturers, connecting innovation teams to one another – and to the information and insights necessary to advance innovation – remains a critical and unmet challenge. And, despite the growing availability and amount of data around the globe on the Internet, innovation workers find themselves mired in research and unable to make informed and expedient decisions with high confidence.

For most global manufacturers, connecting innovation teams to one another – and to the information and insights necessary to advance innovation – remains a critical and unmet challenge. And, despite the growing availability and amount of data around the globe on the Internet, innovation workers find themselves mired in research and unable to make informed and expedient decisions with high confidence. http://inventionmachine.com/the-Invention-Machine-Blog/bid/88821/The-Connected-Enterprise-Making-Information-Actionable-to-Drive-Innovation Allison Lewis alewis810 7 7 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16128526299121522738-6f142ff3e9acd22c8837d1759ab35e32 2013-03-18T02:11:53.187-04:00

Parents find it difficult to keep their children away from unhealthy food products and promote healthy food habits among them. Here are five tips for them.

Parents find it difficult to keep their children away from unhealthy food products and promote healthy food habits among them. Here are five tips for them. http://anmolbakers.com/how-to-promote-healthy-food-habits-among-kids/ Rakesh Raman rraman103 7 7 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:88245813219964604-3261910f731d52f8d4ebb566518a3b6e 2013-03-13T01:49:12.220-04:00

Konsumen Cerdas Harus Paham Perlindungan Konsumen

Konsumen Cerdas Harus Paham Perlindungan Konsumen http://sebartopiklan.blogspot.com/2013/03/lomba-menulis-kontes-seo-terbaik-2013.html WIDYO SBSP wsahdhubudhi231 4 4 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5402557535501558572-16c43862f2695f0f015a426f0eaa9855 2012-07-12T04:14:14.083-04:00

If food is not sourced more sustainably, it could become too expensive for many in the future as temperatures continue to rise

If food is not sourced more sustainably, it could become too expensive for many in the future as temperatures continue to rise http://www.thebeginner.eu/curious/survey-analysis/875-blame-the-year-round-summer-strawberries Ani Atanasova aatanasova087 2 1 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:7573099703292955708-906fb2a899133ac4bd7fd2bf4646c20d 2012-06-26T14:41:54.191-04:00

Bring some Disney fun to winter hot cocoa and summer smores - Mickey Mouse shaped marshmallows. A fun family treat.

Bring some Disney fun to winter hot cocoa and summer smores - Mickey Mouse shaped marshmallows. A fun family treat. http://www.quirky.com/ideations/256791 Braden Kelley bkelley034 12 12 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:18968225759163938-3944b08929e3359f13e715d676966263 2013-03-08T14:16:24.380-05:00

By Laura Davis. A local candy factory exports its chocolates as far as China. Published on March 7, 2013 as Arts & Culture in the Arts&Culture section of the Reno News & Review

By Laura Davis. A local candy factory exports its chocolates as far as China. Published on March 7, 2013 as Arts & Culture in the Arts&Culture section of the Reno News & Review http://www.newsreview.com/reno/chocolate-rocks/content?oid=9220552 Peter Fretty pfretty150 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5916210970271839016-1d496f52ed4354df533e5ef8caaa3f8d 2013-03-08T14:15:51.472-05:00

For those tired of getting their energy boosts in liquid form, Wrigley has a proposition to chew on: caffeinated gum.

For those tired of getting their energy boosts in liquid form, Wrigley has a proposition to chew on: caffeinated gum. http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887324034804578346670135859106.html?mod=dist_smartbrief Peter Fretty pfretty150 5 5 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6851920568991591031-7ee18ed069a35127600f911dd9ff5fa9 2013-03-08T14:17:27.843-05:00

A non-melt edible chocolate toy that can be used like playdough is braced for international markets after a successful spell in toy stores in the UK, according to distributors of the product.

A non-melt edible chocolate toy that can be used like playdough is braced for international markets after a successful spell in toy stores in the UK, according to distributors of the product. http://www.confectionerynews.com/Manufacturers/Playdough-like-chocolate-toy-set-for-international-markets Peter Fretty pfretty150 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4072626821487186900-f4de7a43bea64c3e026d68cbdbc93c9d 2012-10-07T22:50:40.823-04:00

I recently spoke at the Like Minds conference in London. One of the other speakers was Chris Moss. He was Chief Marketing Officer at Virgin Atlantic, CEO of 118118 and the creator of the Orange Brand. He told an interesting story..

I recently spoke at the Like Minds conference in London. One of the other speakers was Chris Moss. He was Chief Marketing Officer at Virgin Atlantic, CEO of 118118 and the creator of the Orange Brand. He told an interesting story.. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/10/05/the-virgin-atlantic-ice-cream-story/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12364415533496436544-cace3ac32d7f00d0aa75ade09752505d 2013-03-16T10:57:49.053-04:00

Market analysts Frost & Sullivan expects the South African chocolate market to grow 10% per annum in the next five years driven by rising incomes and locally-sourced premium products.

Market analysts Frost & Sullivan expects the South African chocolate market to grow 10% per annum in the next five years driven by rising incomes and locally-sourced premium products. http://www.confectionerynews.com/Trends/Emerging-Markets/Premium-to-drive-South-African-chocolate-market-up-10-per-year Peter Fretty pfretty150 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4648657325339982085-e0737064495f1fc4d540ddd719e0bd7e 2013-03-16T10:57:20.987-04:00

http://www.candyandsnacktoday.com/archives/2013/03/pop-rocks-launches-easter-website-promotion.shtml Peter Fretty pfretty150 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17923818571153145285-5bfce3275e82fe80c74909aeb0e33d36 2013-03-08T14:16:58.905-05:00

Chocolate giant Nestlé has written to Oxfam promising action on inequality in the cocoa supply chain.

Chocolate giant Nestlé has written to Oxfam promising action on inequality in the cocoa supply chain. http://www.confectionerynews.com/Manufacturers/Nestle-promises-action-to-improve-women-s-lives-on-cocoa-farms Peter Fretty pfretty150 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8605922674955646179-05d98a37b6a2f32feacad8032ddbaede 2013-02-17T17:47:09.448-05:00

If not for the Duncan Hines packaged chocolate chip cookie, our understanding of corporate strategy might have been very different.

If not for the Duncan Hines packaged chocolate chip cookie, our understanding of corporate strategy might have been very different. http://management.fortune.cnn.com/2013/02/13/procter-gamble-strategy-cookies/#more-16618 Vincent G Tobias vtobias692 8 8 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3803721379466277248-23676421c7b51c07de5297dbb96adee0 2013-03-01T13:15:49.171-05:00

The 2013 Sweets & Snacks Expo continues to expand its status as a global resource for products, innovations and insights. Companies from 23 countries have secured booths or pavilions on the show’s floor.

The 2013 Sweets & Snacks Expo continues to expand its status as a global resource for products, innovations and insights. Companies from 23 countries have secured booths or pavilions on the show’s floor. http://candysphere.com/record-breaking-numbers-anticipated-for-2013-show/ Peter Fretty pfretty150 4 4 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9917742805979061909-37207c0f3a4437d1308d604d1a71a5d6 2013-03-01T11:55:27.467-05:00

http://candysphere.com/?p=35 Peter Fretty pfretty150 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9307425431614646740-c16e0b3952f74b4513a9025ee087ff48 2013-01-29T15:02:08.941-05:00

Foods sold under a healthy brand and marketing message are perceived to be tastier and more satisfying to consumers, according to new research findings.

Foods sold under a healthy brand and marketing message are perceived to be tastier and more satisfying to consumers, according to new research findings. http://www.foodnavigator.com/Science-Nutrition/Healthy-brands-taste-better-in-consumer-s-mind-researchers-find Peter Fretty pfretty150 12 12 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1107449519266273616-839eaa10ecd19db1412877712c68ecc4 2012-09-18T20:52:50.374-04:00

Just because you don'€™t understand how and why your customers make the decisions they are making today, it doesn’t mean that they are fickle! Technology, in addition to the Great Recession, have both profoundly changed the consumer, and it is highly unlikely that they will return to the behaviors and patterns of yesteryear.

Just because you don'€™t understand how and why your customers make the decisions they are making today, it doesn’t mean that they are fickle! Technology, in addition to the Great Recession, have both profoundly changed the consumer, and it is highly unlikely that they will return to the behaviors and patterns of yesteryear. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/09/17/your-consumers-are-valuable-not-fickle/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14079330149643914195-21103e06e9074c41d5c2a961fdbcf1ef 2012-09-17T10:29:39.767-04:00

Hostess filed Chapter 11 (again) this year. Do you Wonder (sorry, bad pun) what happened to drive them back into court a second time? How is it possible that a well known, ubiquitous US corporation that sells millions and millions of sweet, spongy, crumbly, powdery, chocolate and squishy things each year can't pay its bills?

Hostess filed Chapter 11 (again) this year. Do you Wonder (sorry, bad pun) what happened to drive them back into court a second time? How is it possible that a well known, ubiquitous US corporation that sells millions and millions of sweet, spongy, crumbly, powdery, chocolate and squishy things each year can't pay its bills? http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/09/16/hostess-brands-stuck-in-their-own-twinkies/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 4 4 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11559223124929747943-067175b4cc45d5678aa7833c9e0fae08 2012-11-18T13:59:44.693-05:00

Expert Marilyn Moats Kennedy observes resale shop demographics and find seniors, ethnic boomers and those under 30. Discover the smallest demographic.

Expert Marilyn Moats Kennedy observes resale shop demographics and find seniors, ethnic boomers and those under 30. Discover the smallest demographic. http://moatskennedy.com/demographic-research-whos-buying-what/ Marilyn Moats Kennedy mkennedy046 1 1 0 0