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Taste and texture: Confectionery’s biggest power players

Taste and texture: Confectionery’s biggest power players

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Candy makers roll out bold new flavors and functional twists ahead of summer snacking season

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Mars, Mondelēz, Ferrero, Nestlé and Hershey: Rethinking confectionery innovation

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