Inspiring Sweetness

Ferrara® Brands

Our Brands

You already love them. Now discover the stories behind your favorite sweets.

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NERDS®

Trace the evolution of this beloved Tiny, Tangy, Crunchy Candy® and learn why there’s nothing quite like them.

Trolli®

Dive into the unexpected world of Trolli, where sour meets sweet in every bite.

Jelly Belly®

Explore the rich history of Jelly Belly and learn what sets them apart as The Original Gourmet Jelly Bean®.

SweeTARTS®

SweeTARTS® puts the ‘AND’ in candy — adding spark to your passions by combining the unique flavors of sweet and tart.

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Heritage

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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NERDS® Brings Its “Gummy” Character and Its Taste Bud, Andy Cohen, Together to Introduce NERDS® Juicy Gummy Clusters® Candy at This Year's Big Game

NERDS returns to the Big Game for the third consecutive year with a new :30-second spot, “Taste Buds,” featuring the brand’s boldest and juiciest innovation yet

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® Gummy Clusters™ Berry Candy Wins Product of Year Award 2025 in Canada

Ferrara Candy Company announced today that NERDS® Gummy Clusters TM Berry candy has received the prestigious Canadian Product of the Year 2025 – the world’s largest consumer-voted award – for product innovation in the “Sweet Gummy Candy” category.

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.

Trolli Builds On 190% Gain in E-Commerce with New Monster Spots

Ferrara Candy unveiled its latest ad campaign for Trolli gummy candy, building on the success of last year's effort that helped to drive a 190% jump in e-commerce shipments, according to details the company shared with Marketing Dive.

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The Sweetest Rivalry in Football: NERDS® Debuts Two New Limited-Time Gummy Clusters™ Flavors and a Chance to Win Epic Tailgate Essentials.

Movers. Shakers. Candy Makers.

Everyone at Ferrara shares more than a sweet tooth. Our diverse and talented team is invested in a vision of the future that’s equitable, collaborative, and prosperous.

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