It’s National Candy Month!
Among the assorted observances in June is one that will be welcomed by a great part of the U.S. population — especially youngsters. It’s National Candy Month, although Americans consume about 22 pounds of candy year-round, much of it is chocolate.
There are about 1,360 domestic firms making chocolate and cocoa products worth $16 billion a year. Another 493 locations make non-chocolate confections selling $10 billion a year. Together, there are more than 61,000 Americans employed in manufacturing sweets and treats. There are some 3,200 specialty shops across the nation selling nuts and candy confections. Over 2.2 million metric tons of chocolate are imported annually to satisfy America’s sweet tooth.
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