In 2020, seeds and nuts sales are being driven by flavor innovations, increased assortments, as well as promotional offers with creative in-store displays and end caps that generate excitement. Particularly effective are themed floor displays during key seasons and promotions featured on end caps. When it comes to the sunflower/pumpkin seeds segment, DAVID, Spitz, Frito-Lay…
Chocolate Dipped Cashews
SkinnyDipped is launching its first line of chocolate dipped cashews, available in two varieties, Dark Chocolate Cocoa and Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel. SkinnyDipped Cashews utilize SkinnyDipped’s unique proprietary process of thinly dipping nuts and finishing them with a dusting of real flavors. Like all SkinnyDipped products, the line of chocolate covered cashews are made with non-GMO…
Sweet Snacks Appeal With Healthy & Indulgent Options
From snack cakes to food bars and granola bars, sweet snacks fill an irreplaceable niche in c-stores. The category continues to appeal to consumers who often alternate between desires for health-consciousness and indulgence. Ray Johnson, operations manager for Henderson, Nev.-based Speedee Mart Inc., with 23 locations in Las Vegas, expects that dichotomy in consumers’ buying…
Kids Snack Bars
This Saves Lives announced the launch of its second kids snack line, Kids Krispy Kritter Treats, in addition to four new Classic Bar flavors and two new Kids Snack Bar flavors. Like all This Saves Lives foods, every single purchase sends life-saving food packet to a child in need. For a limited time, the brand…
Cheddar Cheese Crisps
Whisps Snacks announced its next two flavors: Whisps Tangy Ranch Cheese Crisps and Whisps Nacho Cheese Crisps. With artisanal cheesemakers in charge, these new, snackable cheese crisps feature 100% cheddar cheese exclusively made for Whisps and perfect blends of savory spices to elevate these iconic flavors. Perfect for everyday snacking or pairing with your favorite beverage,…
Limited-Edition Cookie Packs
OREO teamed up with Trolls World Tour to release the song “Just Sing (Trolls World Tour)” from the soundtrack exclusively on an OREO cookie. OREO is also releasing two limited-edition Trolls World Tour OREO cookie packs. The cookies celebrate two of the film’s characters — Queen Poppy and newborn Pop Troll Tiny Diamond. Queen Poppy cookies…
Salty Snacks Set for Strong 2020
Americans’ craving for salty snacks continues to climb. Dollar sales for the overall salty snacks category grew 6% for the 52 weeks ending Dec. 29, 2019, according to IRI convenience all scan data. Salty snacks perceived as ‘better for you’ (BFY) are trending, but placement is key, as is being first on the street with…
All-Natural Cheese Snack
Borden Cheese has launched Crisps ‘n Cubes in to continue to offer an innovative all-natural cheese snacking options to consumers. An intentional duo of crunchy 100% oven-baked cheese and delicious 100% real cheese, Borden Cheese Crisps ‘n Cubes is a low-carb option for a satisfying and healthy on-the-go snack. Borden Cheese Crisps ‘n Cubes comes…
Morning Combo Pack
Tyson Convenience’s new JimmyDean Morning Combos pair delicious breakfast flavors in a ready-to-eat, portable package. Each combo pack is ready to eat straight from the package or can be heated in under 30 seconds for a warm, tasty morning snack. Flavors include Mini Maple Pancakes & Maple Sausage Bites and Blueberry Muffin & Sausage Bites.…
Pretzel Rounds
Snyder’s of Hanover Pretzel Rounds: available in Sea Salt or Butter, these mini pretzel balls are mess-free and for on-the-go snacking. The Butter Rounds deliver a subtle, buttery bite, while the Sea Salt Rounds are sprinkled with sea salt that will satisfy any salty cravings. Always baked the right way, Snyder’s of Hanover Pretzel Rounds…