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The Ferrara Story
Over a century ago, an immigrant family began selling sweets out of a small bakery in Chicago’s Little Italy. Throughout generations, our passion for innovation transformed a humble shop into a confectionery leader in the US — to the delight of taste buds worldwide.
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Completion of the sale of CPK Group from Eurazeo to the European Holding Company of Ferrara
Ferrara has completed the acquisition of France-based CPK Group from Eurazeo, adding iconic brands including Carambar, Lutti, Poulain, Vichy, and Terry’s to its portfolio. CPK will continue operating independently from France under its current leadership, strengthening Ferrara’s position in the global confectionery market.
Ferrara’s Holding Company Enters into Exclusive Discussions to Acquire CPK Group
Potential acquisition would add French confectionary company with leadership position in Europe to Ferrara portfolio of more than 30 brands.
Ferrara Candy Company Launches Partnership with Navy Pier
Ferrara Candy Wave Wall Stage will host cultural and community celebrations
NERDS® Returns to the Big Game with an Exciting New Ad to ‘Unleash the Senses’ Featuring Singer-Songwriter Shaboozey
The spot pairs the “NERDS Gummy” character with Shaboozey, taking fans on a multisensorial experience, showcasing NERDS® Gummy Clusters™ candy in a New Orleans-inspired campaign, “Wonderful World of NERDS”
Ferrara Candy Company completes the acquisition of Jelly Belly Candy Company
Ferrara Candy Company today completed the acquisition of Jelly Belly Candy Company announced earlier this year
Ferrara Candy Company Acquires Dori Alimentos
Ferrara Candy Company completed the acquisition, announced earlier this year of Brazilian sweets and snacks company Dori Alimentos on September 29, 2023.
Ferrara's NERDS® Tops Non-Chocolate Category in Most Innovative New Product Award from the 2022 Sweets & Snacks Expo
The National Confectioners Association's Sweets & Snacks Expo has named Ferrara's NERDS Very Berry Gummy Clusters as the Most Innovative New Product, within the Non-Chocolate category, for its brightly colored pieces and unique dual-texture which features a cluster of crunchy, tangy and mini Very Berry NERDS with a delightful, fruity gummy center.
Our Planet
The BRACH'S® Brand Unveils First-Ever "Candy Corn Suite" for the Sweetest Fall Getaway
Read MoreUnwrapping the Future, One Sweet Solution At a Time.
Through a series of sustainability initiatives, we’re on a journey to create a better planet for all.
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About Us
Ferrara has stretched the sugary limits of imagination for over 115 years to create confections that bring people joy
Innovation
Putting our consumers first and investing in cutting-edge R&D has led to award-winning product developments year after year.
Our Purpose
Our goal is to create moments of connection and lead the future of sweet snacking by continuing to reimagine what candy can beser.
Our Planet
Through a series of sustainability initiatives, we’re on a journey to create a better planet for all.