Family-owned Ferrara Candy Company creates sweet treats in Illinois

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A family-owned Chicago company has been making the world sweeter for nearly 120 years.

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Ferrara Candy Company is behind NERDS, Trolli, Fun Dip, and Sprees. They are all made right here in Illinois.

Some of the candy scientists who make it all happen joined ABC7 to share some sweet secrets.

The company also employs 3,000 people in Illinois.

To look at their career opportunities, visit ferrara.com.