Candy corn's journey from chicken feed to Halloween staple spans over a century

Summary: Candy corn, a popular Halloween treat, has a history dating back to the 1880s when it was originally called "Chicken Feed." It was created by a candy maker in Philadelphia who shaped buttercream into corn to appeal to agricultural roots.

Initially marketed as a novelty item, candy corn gained popularity after World War I. The name "Chicken Feed" reflected its original perception as livestock food, but it was rebranded to better fit modern tastes and became a Halloween staple.

Production of candy corn increased significantly in the 1950s due to mechanization. Today, it remains a divisive candy, known for its bright colors and long shelf life, and is a familiar sight in Halloween celebrations.

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