Where did Runts come from?

Runts are one of Willy Wonka's early candies, first introduced to kids in 1982. The original flavors were banana, orange, cherry, strawberry and lime. The flavors have changed over the years with banana, orange and strawberry as the only survivors.
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Who are Runts made by?

Runts are crunchy candies sold by Nestlé. First seen on the market in 1982, the candies are in the shape, color, and flavor of a selection of fruits.
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Are Runts made by Wonka?

Runts are a candy from Nestle's Wonka Candy Company. Runts are small, crunchy and fruity candies that are shaped like the fruit that correspond to their flavor. Runts come in one box.
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Are Runts American?

At the end of the Wonka Rainbow you're sure to find these delicious Nestle Runts - rainbow coloured, fruit shaped candy pieces in a variety of fruity flavours. Perfect for a trip to the movies or while watching a game. Imported from the USA.
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Are Runts still being made?

Chewy Runts were discontinued in 2014. A seasonal product named Runts Freckled Eggs was released each year for Easter.
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Was there pink Runts?

UPDATE 4/16/2009: Nestle (Wonka) has changed the flavors of Runts yet again. The new flavor set is Green Apple, Banana, Orange, Grape and Strawberry.
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What flavor is the heart runt?

Coming in assorted shapes, colors, and fruity flavors, Runts are as much a joy to look at as they are to eat. In a handful of these sweet, bite sized treats, you'll come across red, heart-shaped strawberry pieces, green apple pieces, purple grape pieces, and yellow banana Runts.
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What happened to the pink Runts?

Fortunately, Pineapple and Mango didn't last long and a few years later were replaced by Green Apple and Grape. It was at this time they also changed Strawberry's color from pink to a red. So far, the only Runts that still remain untouched are Banana and Orange.
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What happens to the runt of the litter?

These runts generally lead completely normal lives with no health issues. However, if some underlying health condition is responsible for the runt size of an animal, that's a different story. These animals may still appear small and even sickly at weaning.
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Are Runts vegan?

Runts. Runts are an '80s candy machine icon. While the lineup of flavors has changed slightly over the years, the classic fruit-shaped candy is just as mouth-watering—not to mention entirely vegan.
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Did they stop making runtz?

There were Chewy Runts for a time as well that were sold until 2014.
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Who owns Wonka candy?

THE WILLY WONKA CANDY FACTORY is owned by Nestlé USA, Inc.
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What candy was popular in 1980?

Even though you can still find many of them today, sweets like original candy bars, Bottle Caps, Good & Plenty and Abba Zabba were some of our favorite treats in the 1980s.
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What does runt mean in slang?

runt Add to list Share. A runt is the very smallest baby animal in a litter — and it's also a derogatory word for a small person. If your little brother is sensitive about his height, it would be mean to call him a runt.
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Are sprees hard?

Hard fruity outside, soft and chewy inside all with a tangy kick—it's a candy that simply begs to be devoured.
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Why are they called now and later?

Now and Later was created in Brooklyn, New York in 1962 by The Phoenix Candy Company. The name Now and Later was meant to suggest to customers that they are going to like them now and then want some more later.
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Is it OK to pick the runt of the litter?

Many dog breeders believe that a responsibly-reared litter of puppies shouldn't have any runts. Abnormally small puppies who are likely to suffer health complications in future, or could pass on congenital problems if they survive and breed are often euthanized at birth.
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Is the runt always the last one born?

False. Another theory states that whichever pup is conceived last will be the runt. This is an equally unfounded claim, considering that the mother dog's eggs are fertilized at the same time or very close to it. All pups in a litter are ultimately the same age.
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Are runts more affectionate?

Runt kittens or even grown cats might be more talkative, a trait they might have developed from their early abandoned years. You might even find them following you around and display signs of affection more often than the average cats.
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Who made runtz?

First bred by Los Angeles growers and made stuff of legends by Hip Hop artists like Yung LB, Runtz has a star-studded origin story. California cannabis magnate and rapper Berner is said to have been the first to bring the genetics to market, and until recently the strain was a rare find outside of Southern California.
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Is White runtz better than pink runtz?

If you prefer a strain with higher potency, go with White Runtz. If you prefer a strain with more flavor, go with Pink Runtz. If you're looking for a good balance of both potency and delicious, mouth-watering flavors, go with original Runtz.
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Is pink runtz rare?

Pink Runtz is a rare hybrid strain that has a sugary, fruity aroma. It has colorful buds boasting with deep green, blue, and even pink colors.
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What happened to sweet tarts?

Nestlé has since sold its confectionery businesses to Ferrero SpA.
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Who Made Obama runtz?

Although information about this strain varies by breeder, Tranquil Forest is one of the companies that do it best in WA. The leading Washington brand's version of Obama Runtz is crafted by mixing Obama Kush with the famous Runtz strain.
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What's the strongest runtz strain?

Runtz comes in multiple phenotypes, but the strongest is White Runtz, which can have a THC percentage hovering around 30%.
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