Along with keeping an eye on the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) decision regarding the flavored cigar ban, retailers are also finding new ways to keep up with consumers’ demands and the different cigar trends they’re seeing. Last year, the FDA announced the proposed rule to ban all flavors in cigars. As of now, the…

Onvo, which operates 39 travel plazas and convenience stores in Pennsylvania and New York, has joined the National Advisory Group (NAG Convenience). Onvo’s mission is to provide its customers with exceptional service that’s kind, quick and convenient. “We are dedicated to operating by our core values in order to ensure our guests have a memorable…

When most consumers visit a c-store to fuel up, they pump their gas and go, especially if they’re able to pay for gas at the pump. However, to pull those consumers from the pump into the store and increase foot traffic, retailers are finding new and improved tactics to market to those consumers. Retailers are…

The National Advisory Group’s (NAG) 2024 Conference, which will be held in Tampa Bay, Fla., from March 10–13, will host a new Networking Fishing Charter event. The fishing event will take place on Sunday, March 10, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to network with fellow industry professionals…

Puckerface Pickle Juice from Twins Marketing LLC is a refreshing product that’s a great source of sodium, electrolytes, and vitamins E and C. Its many uses include relief of cramps, rehydration, replenishment of electrolytes and even partying. The pickle juice is also made from the pickle brine from a leading pickle plant, so its flavor […]

Rich’s Products has introduced its new Cheesy Pull Apart Flatbread. C-stores can choose from two versions: Cheesy Pull Apart Flatbread, which comes topped with six different cheeses and sprinkled with Italian herbs, and individually wrapped, retail-ready OUR SPECIALTY Cheesy Pull Apart Flatbread for those seeking a take-and-bake option. It is 4.5 inches by nine inches, […]

The opportunity for cannabidiol (CBD) sales in c-stores hangs in the balance as retailers wait to learn the fate of this growing category. In 2018, the Agriculture Improvement Act (Farm Bill) removed hemp and hemp-derived CBD from the Controlled Substance Act. Also, since the Farm Bill has been in effect, the Food and Drug Administration…

Rockstar Energy has released a limited-edition collection of Día de los Muertos-themed cans to kick off the start of its “Proud Hasta Los Huesos” (Proud to the Bones) national campaign. The “Proud Hasta Los Huesos” limited-edition can collection is inspired by the iconic images of La Catrina, one of the most recognizable symbols of the […]

Chex Mix has debuted its new Chex Mix Remix, a new snack mix for the warehouse salty aisle featuring unique flavored pieces inspired by consumers’ late-night cravings. The intense flavors include Zesty Taco and Cheesy Pizza and deliver an exciting eating experience for new eating occasions. Chex Mix Remix is available now with a suggested […]

The new Gluten-Free Parbaked Detroit-style Pizza Crust from Rich Products satisfies two growing consumer trends: the increased demand for both gluten-free and Detroit-style pizzas. Like other parbaked pizza crusts from Rich’s, this personal-sized crust offers c-store operators the flexibility and ease of a freezer-to-oven format that bakes up reliably and consistently every time with minimal […]