Popular right now: Our top five confectionery and chocolate stories on social media

From the explosion in hazelnut growth to must-have candy treats for Halloween, here we reveal the top five stories trending across our social media channels this week. Read more

British tabloid uncovers online drug edibles made to look like popular confectionery brands

Mail on Sunday claims drug dealers on Instagram are peddling high-strength cannabis made to look like sweets such as Smarties and M&Ms. Read more

Millennials taste buds and demand for healthier snacks force brands to innovate or be ignored

Chocolatiers face a monumental challenge in appealing to a younger generation no longer turned on by sweet-tooth products and marketing, Read more

Millennials drive the new surge in snacking with Amazon ready to cater for demand

Health conscious and influential consumers are changing expectations in the snacking category, driving innovation and marketing solutions as big brands and retailers struggle to keep up. Read more