National Confectioners Association

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NCA Shares Research on GLP-1 Consumers

New research from the National Confectioners Association finds that consumers taking GLP-1 medications continue to enjoy chocolate and candy, making more intentional choices about when, why, and how they treat themselves rather than eliminating confectionery from their diets.
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Sylvia Buxton Wins NCA Advocate of the Year

The National Confectioners Association (NCA) announced Sylvia Buxton, president and CEO of Perfetti Van Melle Americas business unit, as the 2026 Advocate of the Year.
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NCA Expands Scientific & Regulatory Affairs Team

The National Confectioners Association (NCA) announced that Julie Moss and Sarah Brandmeier have joined the organisation as Vice President of Food Safety & Scientific Affairs and Director of Nutrition Policy & Scientific Affairs, respectively.

Big Interview – John Downs

President & CEO of the National Confectioners Association, John Downs shares insights into the…

Barry Callebaut USA Executive Jerry Hagedorn Named Chair of NCA

The National Confectioners Association today announced that Jerry Hagedorn, executive vice president for Barry Callebaut, will assume the…
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NCA responds to George Washington University study on chocolate and cocoa

The NCA has responded to a study conducted by George Washington University, which raised concerns about some chocolate and cocoa products.

NCA releases State of Treating Report 2024

Confectionery sales hit US$48 billion in 2023, a number largely driven by inflation, according to the 2024 State of Treating report…

Tap into seasonal candy trends, recommends NCA report

A new National Confectioners Association (NCA) report shows seasonal chocolate and candy drive confectionery sales as consumers view…

NCA survey shows 93% Americans celebrate Halloween

Latest research from the National Confectioners Association (NCA) says 93% of Americans plan to share chocolate and candy with…
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