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Candy makers change recipes as climate change hits industry

Season 2026 Episode 71 | 5m 47s

Earlier this week, The Hershey Company announced that it is returning all of its classic brands to earlier milk and dark chocolate recipes. The move comes amid a growing backlash over the recipe changes and the use of chocolate alternatives in some of its candies. Deema Zein explores what’s behind this latest battle in the chocolate wars.

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