--- title: Independent Retailer Blog (7) description: Stay up to date on the latest in the convenience store industry! From trends to industry news to new products, we have it all. Subscribe today! (7) --- [![RBG CS Logo](https://blog.royalbuying.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RBG%20CS%20Logo.png?width=250&height=84&name=RBG%20CS%20Logo.png "RBG CS Logo")](https://blog.royalbuying.com/) Open main menu Close main menu - [Blog](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog) - [Join](https://share.hsforms.com/19kvTUXLxQg2DzdlaeeRwwgc32r1) # Independent Retailer Blog Welcome to RBG's Independent Retailer Blog! Here you will find the latest in the convenience store industry including news from our vendor partners, industry news, trends, new products, events and more. Subscribe today to receive email updates with the latest news and updates instantly!  Select Category 2021 Olympics Advertising Airheads Albanese Confectionery AllOver Media Annabelle Candy Awards Bazooka Candy Beef Jerky Beverage BIC BIC Lighters Big League Chew Brother Mobile C-Store Services Candy Candy Data Carmex CBD CBD Beverages CBD Living CBD Water Chewy Candy Clif Bar CoolerTags Facility Services Foodservice Ford Gum Fruittella General Merchandising good2grow Gum Gummy Bears Health & Beauty Products Hi-Chew Innovation Kellogg's Keurig Dr Pepper Lil' Drug Store Marketing Meat Snacks Mentos Merchandising Merchandising Options Mints Mondelez Morinaga America New Products Oberto Perfetti Van Melle Plant Based Products Prairie City Bakery Pringles Promotions Salty Snacks Simply Beverages Snacks Taki's Technology Top Sku's Travel Size Unifirst Virginia Label Warheads Wonderful Pistachios ![](https://blog.royalbuying.com/hubfs/Kelloggs%20Image%20Blog.jpg) [Kellogg's,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/kelloggs) [Snacks,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/snacks) [Merchandising Options](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/merchandising-options) ### [NEW Kellogg’s Merchandising Strategy](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/new-kelloggs-merchandising-strategy) May 24, 2022, 1:07:36 PM We all know how popular Kellogg’s line up of brands are in the convenience store channel. They have such a wide variety of brands, that consumers of all kinds love. ![Lauren Zahakaylo](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/94b6d828f334a754e3dd8dc2d72ff5d9) [Lauren Zahakaylo](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/author/lauren-zahakaylo) [Read More](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/new-kelloggs-merchandising-strategy) ![](https://blog.royalbuying.com/hubfs/Ford%20Gum%20Image%20Blog-1.jpg) [Candy,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/candy) [Ford Gum,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/ford-gum) [Warheads](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/warheads) ### [Introducing WARHEADS Super Sour Gumballs and Squeeze Candy!](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/introducing-warheads-super-sour-gumballs-and-squeeze-candy) May 24, 2022, 1:06:01 PM Did you know that WARHEADS is considered to be the MOST Sour Brand? In fact, WARHEADS has a high brand awareness of nearly 90%. While the brand is a nostalgic candy for Millennials, younger consumers also love it and focus on its extreme sour flavor. 3 out 4 sour candy eaters have tried the candy and it appeals to children and adults. ![Lauren Zahakaylo](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/94b6d828f334a754e3dd8dc2d72ff5d9) [Lauren Zahakaylo](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/author/lauren-zahakaylo) [Read More](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/introducing-warheads-super-sour-gumballs-and-squeeze-candy) ![](https://blog.royalbuying.com/hubfs/Clif%20Bar%20Image%20Blog.jpg) [Snacks,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/snacks) [Top Sku's,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/top-skus) [Clif Bar](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/clif-bar) ### [Fuel Your Sales with Clif Bar!](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/fuel-your-sales-with-clif-bar) May 24, 2022, 1:04:39 PM Food has the power to do more than fuel us. That is why Clif Bar crafts food that nourishes our bodies. Clif Bar was born on a bike and built with athletes in mind. Today, the company continues to make organic, plant-based energy food that begins with a recipe and the latest nutrition science – and not just for performance. They thoughtfully craft their foods to help energize any moment, big or small. ![Lauren Zahakaylo](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/94b6d828f334a754e3dd8dc2d72ff5d9) [Lauren Zahakaylo](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/author/lauren-zahakaylo) [Read More](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/fuel-your-sales-with-clif-bar) ![bic-lighters](https://blog.royalbuying.com/hubfs/Bic%20Image%20Blog%20copy.jpg) [Merchandising Options,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/merchandising-options) [General Merchandising,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/general-merchandising) [BIC Lighters,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/bic-lighters) [BIC](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/bic) ### [The Leader in Safety and Reliability!](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/the-leader-in-safety-and-reliability) May 24, 2022, 1:01:16 PM The BIC Lighter, recognized as a worldwide leader in producing a safe, reliable flame for millions of consumers every day. In more than 160 countries around the world, BIC has sold more than 15 billion lighters. ![Lauren Zahakaylo](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/94b6d828f334a754e3dd8dc2d72ff5d9) [Lauren Zahakaylo](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/author/lauren-zahakaylo) [Read More](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/the-leader-in-safety-and-reliability) ![](https://blog.royalbuying.com/hubfs/Wonderful%20Image-2.jpg) [Snacks,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/snacks) [Salty Snacks,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/salty-snacks) [Wonderful Pistachios](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/wonderful-pistachios) ### [Wonderful No Shells Propel Forward](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/wonderful-no-shells-propel-forward) Mar 16, 2022, 3:38:16 PM [Wonderful](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3332949-1&h=1721721395&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.getcrackin.com%2F&a=Wonderful%C2%AE+Pistachios)[® Pistachios](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3332949-1&h=1721721395&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.getcrackin.com%2F&a=Wonderful%C2%AE+Pistachios) has helped propel pistachios to become the biggest and fastest-growing snack nut category in terms of annual retail revenue followed by cashews, mixed nuts, peanuts, and almonds, according to recent Information Resources, Inc. (IRI) 52-week data. The IRI data indicates pistachios experienced a +14% change from the previous year with Wonderful Pistachios alone contributing 96% of that pistachio revenue growth.1 ![Lauren Zahakaylo](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/94b6d828f334a754e3dd8dc2d72ff5d9) [Lauren Zahakaylo](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/author/lauren-zahakaylo) [Read More](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/wonderful-no-shells-propel-forward) ![DCLeague_Superpets](https://blog.royalbuying.com/hubfs/Bazooka%20Image-1.jpg) [Innovation,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/innovation) [Candy,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/candy) [Bazooka Candy,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/bazooka-candy) [Candy Data,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/candy-data) [Promotions](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/promotions) ### [Bazooka Candy Brands Continues to Experience Strong Results](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/bazooka-candy-brands-continues-to-experience-strong-results) Mar 16, 2022, 3:33:49 PM Bazooka Candy Brands is continuing to experience strong results and momentum for their lineup of products. Bazooka continues to outpace the category and outpace the industry in Non-Chocolate Confections. The brand is also a top 3 non-chocolate manufacturer! Much of this strong growth is due to their consistent innovation and new products. Below is an overview of this years newest and hottest products from Bazooka: ![Lauren Zahakaylo](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/94b6d828f334a754e3dd8dc2d72ff5d9) [Lauren Zahakaylo](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/author/lauren-zahakaylo) [Read More](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/bazooka-candy-brands-continues-to-experience-strong-results) ![Annabelle_BigHunk_Almond](https://blog.royalbuying.com/hubfs/Annabelle%20Image-1.jpg) [Candy,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/candy) [Annabelle Candy](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/annabelle-candy) ### [Big Hunk Now with Big Ole Almonds!](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/big-hunk-now-with-big-ole-almonds) Mar 16, 2022, 3:07:34 PM Both of the Annabelle’s Big Hunk candy bars (Peanut and Almond) are unique and original in the marketplace.  There are no other candy bars quite like them!  ![Lauren Zahakaylo](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/94b6d828f334a754e3dd8dc2d72ff5d9) [Lauren Zahakaylo](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/author/lauren-zahakaylo) [Read More](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/big-hunk-now-with-big-ole-almonds) ![Albanese_Woirlds_Best](https://blog.royalbuying.com/hubfs/Albanese%20Image.jpg) [Albanese Confectionery,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/albanese-confectionery) [Candy,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/candy) [Gummy Bears](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/gummy-bears) ### [World's Best Gummies!](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/worlds-best-gummies) Mar 16, 2022, 3:01:29 PM Albanese Confectionery is the leading manufacturer of the World’s Best Gummies located in the heart of the Midwest! Using only high-quality ingredients found in the USA, the Gummi with the A on the tummy™ offers a softer chew that’s bursting with flavor and sour gummies that start sour and stay sour! ![Lauren Zahakaylo](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/94b6d828f334a754e3dd8dc2d72ff5d9) [Lauren Zahakaylo](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/author/lauren-zahakaylo) [Read More](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/worlds-best-gummies) ![](https://blog.royalbuying.com/hubfs/KDP%20Image-3.jpg) [Keurig Dr Pepper,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/keurig-dr-pepper) [Beverage,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/beverage) [Snacks](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/snacks) ### [Start Healthy with Mott’s!](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/start-healthy-with-motts) Feb 22, 2022, 11:20:23 AM The Mott’s brand continues to grow year over year! Mott’s is the #1 brand in both juice and sauce, with sales growth in both categories. Consumers love the brand with solid health and trust equity. It drives buyer growth and has been gaining in both households and buyer growth. ![Lauren Zahakaylo](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/94b6d828f334a754e3dd8dc2d72ff5d9) [Lauren Zahakaylo](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/author/lauren-zahakaylo) [Read More](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/start-healthy-with-motts) ![](https://blog.royalbuying.com/hubfs/Kelloggs%20Image-Feb-22-2022-05-15-39-16-PM.jpg) [Kellogg's,](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/kelloggs) [Innovation](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/tag/innovation) ### [Kellogg’s Announces Breakthrough Innovations for 2022](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/kelloggs-announces-breakthrough-innovations-for-2022) Feb 22, 2022, 11:18:17 AM Kellogg Company is excited to announce six new additions to its robust line-up of snacks, including all-new Cheez-It® Puff’d and Pop-Tarts® Eggo® Frosted Maple Flavor. Kellogg’s is an industry leader in the snacking category, out-pacing industry growth for the past three years with a combination of breakthrough innovation and category favorites. This snack expansion is part of Kellogg’s commitment to helping retailers maximize sales through strategies that optimize assortment, merchandising, promotions and shelf enhancement. ![Lauren Zahakaylo](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/94b6d828f334a754e3dd8dc2d72ff5d9) [Lauren Zahakaylo](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/author/lauren-zahakaylo) [Read More](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/kelloggs-announces-breakthrough-innovations-for-2022) [5](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/page/5) [6](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/page/6) [7](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/page/7) [8](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/page/8) [9](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/page/9) #### Our Company - [About Us](https://landing.royalbuying.com/about-us) - [Become a Vendor](https://share.hsforms.com/103F54SycQTad3k0s6NDfYgc32r1) - [Advertise With Us](https://share.hsforms.com/103F54SycQTad3k0s6NDfYgc32r1) #### Questions - [FAQ's](https://landing.royalbuying.com/faqs) - [Member Benefits](https://landing.royalbuying.com/member-benefits) - [Join RBG](https://share.hsforms.com/19kvTUXLxQg2DzdlaeeRwwgc32r1) #### Stay Up To Date - [Blog](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/rbgclubservices) - [LinkedIn](https://blog.royalbuying.com/rbg_blog/page/www.linkedin.com/company/rbg-club-services) ### Subscribe to Our Marketing Follow us on Facebook Follow us on LinkedIn Follow us on Twitter