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Candy has been a critical growth driving segment for the total convenience category. Airheads innovation has proven to be mainly incremental to the category, including gum, and has proven to have more incremental innovation than the competition.

Nowadays, it’s not enough for convenience stores to offer just coffee, tobacco and a quick bite. As c-store inventories expand, so do consumer expectations. More and more customers expect to be able to purchase household staples on the go without needing to make a second stop.

HI-CHEW™, the immensely fruity, intensely chewy candy expands its innovative portfolio of vibrant flavors with the introduction of HI-CHEW™ Plus Fruit in two new fruity flavors: Orange & Tangerine and Red Apple & Strawberry. Plus Fruit is a fruity, chewy candy mix bursting with flavor with the addition of real fruit pieces.

HI-CHEW™, the immensely fruity, intensely chewy candy expands its innovative portfolio of vibrant flavors with the launch of the HI-CHEW™ Berry Mix, featuring three new offerings: Black Cherry, Raspberry and Blueberry. No need to wait for summer to enjoy your favorite berry flavors, these are always in season.

It’s no secret that just about everyone loves the healthy, on-the-go goodness of fruit smoothies. What they don’t love, however, is the hassle and mess of chopping, blending and cleaning up smoothie ingredients.

CBD Living has a full line of CBD-infused beverages that are perfect for convenience stores. From water to energy shots to sparkling water, there is an option for everyone. Check out their beverage lines below:

In today’s fast paced world, you have to meet people where they are and outdoor advertising allows you to do just that. By putting your brand boldly out there, you expand your audience reach and make an impact. But, what exactly is outdoor advertising?

Wonderful® Pistachios is introducing the highly anticipated new flavors of BBQ and Sea Salt & Vinegar Wonderful Pistachios No Shells. Available now, the new Wonderful Pistachios No Shells flavors are a tasty tribute to healthy snacking done right, a good source of protein with six grams per serving.

Did you know that ReaLemon and ReaLime are the share leader in lemon and juice concentrates and are growing? Sales on these products grew 8.8% in the last year.