HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) — Some products on the candy aisle are about to get a bit more expensive.

The Hershey Company has confirmed it plans to raise prices across its portfolio, blaming the increase on the rising costs of ingredients — particularly cocoa.

“We're committed to delivering the treats consumers love while continuing to invest in making our products and experiences even better," a Hershey spokesperson said in a statement obtained by Nexstar. "To support our approach, we’re making a price adjustment with our retail customers. This change is not related to tariffs or trade policies. It reflects the reality of rising ingredient costs including the unprecedented cost of cocoa."

The Hershey Company, whose brands include Reese's, Almond Joy and Kit Kat, among others, has "worked hard to absorb these costs" and keep........

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