Trolli facts for kids
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| Owner | Trolli GmbH Ferrara Candy Company |
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| Country | Germany |
| Introduced | 1975 |
| Related brands | Efrutti, Gummi Bear Factory |
| Markets | Confectionery |
| Tagline | The one for fun! |
| Website | Trolli International Trolli U.S. |
Trolli is a German company that makes yummy candies! Its candies are also very popular in the United States, where they are made by the Ferrara Candy Company. Trolli sells many kinds of sweets, like gummy candies, marshmallows, and soft licorice. You can find Trolli treats in over 80 countries! They have factories in Germany, Spain, and China.
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The Sweet History of Trolli
Trolli's story began in 1948. A man named Willy Mederer started a company in Germany. At first, they made pasta! But soon, sugar became easier to get. So, the company switched from pasta to making delicious candies instead.
How Trolli Grew
The company grew a lot in the 1950s and 1960s. They started making more types of candy. Their team grew to 150 people. The candies were first sold under the name "Wilmed." This name came from "Willy Mederer."
In 1975, the company officially registered the name 'Trolli'. This name later became the main name for the company in 2012.
New Candies and Awards
Willy Mederer's son, Herbert, took over the company in 1984. Under his leadership, Trolli added many new and exciting candies. They made sour gummies and even "Trolli-Burger" candies! These new treats helped Trolli become very popular. In 1993, the company won the "Candy Kettle Award" for its great work.
Trolli also started to grow around the world. In 1994, they opened a company in Spain called Trolli Iberica S.A. They also opened a factory in Indonesia in 1997. Later, they opened a packaging plant in the Czech Republic.
More Brands Join Trolli
In 1998, Trolli bought another fruit gummy brand called eFrutti. They also bought Gummi Bear Factory in 2000. This helped Trolli offer even more kinds of candies to people.
Trolli in the United States
In the 1980s, Trolli candies became very popular in North America. They were sending 40 tons of candy there every day! So, in 1986, Trolli built a factory in Iowa, USA.
Later, in 1996, Trolli's US operations were sold to another company. Over the years, the US Trolli brand was owned by several different companies. These included Nabisco and Kraft Foods. Finally, in 2013, it became part of the Ferrara Candy Company.
A Candy Controversy
In 2004, Trolli introduced a new gummy candy in the US. These candies looked like animals with tire tracks on them. Some people did not like these candies. So, in 2005, the company decided to stop selling them.
Trolli's Factories Around the World
Trolli GmbH has its main office in Germany. They also have factories in other German cities like Boizenburg.
In 2001, Trolli opened a factory in China. From this factory, Trolli sends its candies to many countries. These include places in Asia, North America, and the Middle East.
In Europe, Trolli has a factory in Spain and a packaging plant in the Czech Republic. They also have a factory in Colombia.
Types of Trolli Candies
Trolli makes many different kinds of candies! Some of their popular ranges include:
- Original gummies
- Sour gummies
- Soft gummies
- Licorice candies
- Marshmallows
They also make special candies for people with different needs. These include candies that are:
- Gelatine-free
- Gluten-free
- Vegetarian
- Lactose-free
- Halal
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