ORLANDO, Fla. — There may be less chocolate handed out to trick-or-treaters this Halloween.
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Experts say that the high prices of cocoa are driving people to purchase more gummy and fruity candy.
Some shoppers also say gummies offer more flavors than chocolate.
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Spending on Halloween this year is also expected to drop compared to last year’s record-breaking sales.
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