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Welcome!  Thanks for expressing interest in the U.S. confectionery industry.  In NCA's media center you will find our latest press releases and other news about the confectionery industry, images and logos.  If you need additional help, please contact one of the following individuals at NCA who can provide further assistance for your editorial needs.

What's New

• Public Policy Activities
  Date Item Added: July 28, 2010
  
  
• NCA Applauds USDA decision to increase Sugar Quota
  Date Item Added: July 7, 2010
  
  
• Politico visits the NCA Office
  Date Item Added: June 21, 2010
  Politico newspaper wonders what it's like to be a confectionery industry lobbyist.
  
  

Press Releases

• NCA Applauds USDA decision to increase Sugar Quota
  July 6, 2010
  

• Trade Show Highlights the Treats and Trends That Will Impact the Confectionery and Snacks Industry Today and Tomorrow
  May 25, 2010
  

• Statement concerning 200,000 Ton Quota Increase; Thanks but Additional Sugar needed
  April 26, 2010
  

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Top Resources

• Image Gallery
  Locate pictures of candy, NCA spokespersons and Association logos.
• Chocolate Deconstructed: A Guide to the Natural Origins of Chocolate
  How much do you know about where cocoa is grown and how chocolate is made
• New Study Find Candy Consumption Not Associated with Negative Health Outcomes
  As part of a balanced diet and active lifestyle, moderate amounts of candy and confections provide enjoyment.
• Mouth Watering Recipes from Jacques and Hasty Torres
  The ‘chocolate couple’ presents these delicious recipes featuring chocolate and cocoa in everything from cocktails to appetizers and a few main course dishes. Learn how you can incorporate chocolate in unusual ways.

Publication Downloads [Adobe® Reader®]:

• Chocolate Deconstructed: A Guide to the Natural Origins of Chocolate [14.5 MB]
• The Sweet Truth About Cocoa Butter [175K]
• Treat Smarts: A Guide to Nutrition and Activity [316K]
• Tricks and Treats for a Ghoulishly Fun Halloween [2.21 MB]
• A Guide to Children's Diet and Nutrition for Parents [6.3MB]
• The Story of Chocolate [1.15MB]
• Help Your Children Achieve and Fit and Healthy Lifestyle [260K]
• Chocolate & Health: A Health Professionals Guide to Chocolate [3MB]
• Types of Chocolate [8.6K]
• Candy is Fun: Great Craft Activities Made With Candy [380K]
• Creating Candy Traditions [280K]