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Mars Opens Submissions for the 2022 Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Chocolate History Grant to Support Organizations Committed to Discovering the Role of Chocolate in Our Global Culture and Sharing the Stories for Future Generations

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星期一, 九月 13, 2021

The grant provides funding for innovation in the areas of chocolate history research, scholarship and education.

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  • The grant provides funding for innovation in the areas of chocolate history research, scholarship and education.
  • Created in 2013, the Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Chocolate History Grant , has awarded a total of $372,000 to 38 historical, educational and community programs and exhibitsover the past nine years.
  • The applicant pool has increased every year, with over 40 organizations applying in 2020 and $100,000 awarded, the highest amount to date.
  • Thousands of adults and children throughout North Americahave experienced the fascinatingstory of chocolate through Grant-funded chocolate history exhibits, lecture series, live demonstrations, and educational programs.

SNICKERS® To Reward Fans for Sharing Rookie Mistakes This NFL Season

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星期二, 九月 7, 2021

The program will celebrate the rookie mistakes that fans share during the NFL season, because maybe they just needed a SNICKERS.

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  • The program will celebrate the rookie mistakes that fans share during the NFL season, because maybe they just needed a SNICKERS.
  • From Thursday, to coincide with the start of the NFL season, fans can submit their rookie mistakes on snickersrookiemistakes.com either through video, photo or written submissions.
  • Throughout the NFL season the SNICKERS brand will connect, celebrate and laugh along with fans who share examples of rookie mistakes.
  • At the end of the regular season one rookie mistake will be crowned the ultimate 'SNICKERS Rookie Mistake of the Year.'

Mars Petcare Announces New Appointment To The Pet Nutrition Leadership Team

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星期三, 九月 1, 2021

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Sept. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Mars Petcare announced today the appointment of Ruben Cejudo to Mars Pet Nutrition NorthAmerica'sleadership team, a division of Mars Petcare.

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  • FRANKLIN, Tenn., Sept. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Mars Petcare announced today the appointment of Ruben Cejudo to Mars Pet Nutrition NorthAmerica'sleadership team, a division of Mars Petcare.
  • In his new role at Mars Pet Nutrition, Cejudo will bring his deep supply chain expertise to carry forward an E2E supply chainwithflexibility, responsiveness and efficiency at its core, to elevatethe customerand pet parent experience.
  • Rubenwill leadan agile team of Associates across the Mars Pet Nutrition network.
  • The Mars Pet Nutrition North American portfolio, including NUTRO , SHEBA and IAMS among many othersservesnearly 90million pet owning householdsandisdriven by an overarching purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS through its Associates, brands and operations.

Mars Wrigley Takes The Decision Out Of "Sweet Or Salty" With New Innovation, TWIX® Salted Caramel

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星期三, 九月 1, 2021

Packed with salted caramel, crunchy cookie and covered in a milk chocolate coating, TWIX Salted Caramel takes the beloved flavors of the classic TWIX bar to new heights.

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  • Packed with salted caramel, crunchy cookie and covered in a milk chocolate coating, TWIX Salted Caramel takes the beloved flavors of the classic TWIX bar to new heights.
  • "We're thrilled to bring better moments and more smiles to fans by introducing TWIX Salted Caramel, the perfect treat for those who favor cookie & sweet and salty flavor combinations," said Michelle Deignan, Mars Wrigley Senior Brand Director.
  • "While TWIX fans will still need to pick a side when it comes to choosing between right TWIX or left TWIX, they will no longer have to decide between a sweet or salty treat with TWIX Salted Caramel."
  • TWIX Salted Caramel will be hitting shelves at select retailers in September, with nationwide availability beginning in 2022 in Single (1.4 ounces) and Share (2.8 ounces) sizes.

Mars Wrigley Introduces Next Generation Aerated Gummies, STARBURST® Airs

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星期一, 八月 30, 2021

NEWARK, N.J., Aug. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, STARBURST announced its latest innovation, STARBURST Airs a next generation aerated gummi candy that will begin hitting shelves this fall.

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  • NEWARK, N.J., Aug. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, STARBURST announced its latest innovation, STARBURST Airs a next generation aerated gummi candy that will begin hitting shelves this fall.
  • "STARBURST is delivering better moments and more smiles to gummi fans with our next generation aerated gummies STARBURST Airs," saidJustin Hollyn-Taub, Senior Director, US Fruit Snacks for Mars Wrigley.
  • "STARBURSTAirs are reimagined gummies that will leave candy-lovers enamored with the combination of STARBURST flavors in a pillow-like texture."
  • For more information on STARBURST Airs, follow @Starburst on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook and join in on the conversation using #STARBURSTAirs.

TWIX® Shakers Seasoning Blend Launching In September 2021

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星期一, 八月 30, 2021

PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- B&G Foods announced today the launch of TWIX Shakers Seasoning Blend, the first official seasoning blend to boast the distinct taste of the iconic TWIX chocolate bar.

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  • PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- B&G Foods announced today the launch of TWIX Shakers Seasoning Blend, the first official seasoning blend to boast the distinct taste of the iconic TWIX chocolate bar.
  • "We are thrilled to introduce our first chocolate bar-inspired seasoning blend with the launch of TWIX Shakers Seasoning Blend," said Steve Finnie, Brand Director, B&G Foods.
  • While some consumers may prefer Left TWIX and others will favor Right TWIX, TWIX Shakers Seasoning Blend doesn't require picking a side as it aims to please all taste buds.
  • For more information on the release of TWIX Shakers Seasoning Blend, including fun recipe ideas, please visit: bgfoods.com/brands/twix .

Cue the Nostalgia: CREME SAVERS® is Back

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星期四, 八月 26, 2021

The newly returned CREME SAVERS candies are ready to fulfill that dream.

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  • The newly returned CREME SAVERS candies are ready to fulfill that dream.
  • During its heyday, CREME SAVERS hard candies came in many fruit, tropical, and dessert swirled Creme blends.
  • During their initial reintroduction, CREME SAVERS will be available in the two most popular of the flavors: Strawberries & Creme and Orange & Creme, in the original peg bag and roll formats.
  • The irresistible mix of fresh fruit swirled in rich cream has always been, and will always be, uniquely CREME SAVERS candies.

Mars Wrigley Treats Fans with Limited-Edition SKITTLES® Shriekers for a Shockingly Sour Flavor Surprise this Halloween

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星期二, 八月 10, 2021

NEWARK, N.J., Aug. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --New limited-edition SKITTLES Shriekers are hitting shelves nationwide, shocking taste buds around the country with a frightfully sour flavor.

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  • NEWARK, N.J., Aug. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --New limited-edition SKITTLES Shriekers are hitting shelves nationwide, shocking taste buds around the country with a frightfully sour flavor.
  • Just in time for Halloween, SKITTLES Shriekers pair eerily well with the screams of horror film binges and haunted house visits, making it the perfect creepy candy for spooky season.
  • "SKITTLES is always looking for new ways to surprise fans with unexpected flavor experiences," saidTanya Berman, Mars Wrigley Seasonal Marketing Lead.
  • SKITTLES Shriekers include five frightening flavors in each pack, including Citrus Scream, Ghoulish Green Apple, Rattled Raspberry, Shocking Lime and Spine-Tingling Tangerine.