Climate Candy Turns Unharvested Imperfect Produce into Sweet Treats
Laura McQuarrie — May 28, 2025 — Lifestyle
References: climatecandy & newhope
Tons of perfectly edible produce goes to waste simply for being cosmetically imperfect, but Climate Candy rescues sweet, vitamin-rich ingredients to craft nutritious treats that "turn problems into candy." The brand's plant-based, upcycled chews are made with ingredients like apple, pumpkin, cherry, berries, peach and mango, as well as sweet potato powder, and juice from concentrate containing carrot and black carrot, beetroot and more. Beyond contributing flavor and color, these purposeful, waste-reducing imperfect ingredients are nourishing—a two-ounce snack bag contains two servings of real fruits and vegetables.
Available in assorted varieties, these chewy candies offer a sweet solution for unharvested fruits and vegetables from farms—according to Climate Candy, 25% of perfectly imperfect produce goes unharvested.
Available in assorted varieties, these chewy candies offer a sweet solution for unharvested fruits and vegetables from farms—according to Climate Candy, 25% of perfectly imperfect produce goes unharvested.
Trend Themes
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Upcycled Food Products — Creating products from upcycled ingredients showcases a commitment to sustainability while introducing unique flavor profiles.
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Plant-based Confectionery — The rise of plant-based candies offers healthier alternatives to traditional sweets, attracting health-conscious consumers.
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Cosmetic Imperfection Utilization — Utilizing cosmetically imperfect produce addresses food waste and provides an eco-friendly selling point to environmentally aware buyers.
Industry Implications
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Sustainable Snack Manufacturing — Producing snacks from environmentally friendly ingredients responds to the growing demand for sustainable consumer goods.
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Agricultural Waste Reduction — Turning unharvested produce into consumable products presents a solution to the pressing issue of food scarcity and waste.
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Healthy Food and Beverage — The trend towards healthier snack options gains momentum, with products that offer real fruit and vegetable servings increasingly desirable.
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