Juul granted marketing approval for second device

In addition to the Juul2, the FDA also gave the green light to menthol and tobacco-flavored pods for use with the product. 

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 31, 2026

US alcohol consumption remains at all time low

A new report from Gallup showed drinking rates are stabilizing after a multiyear decline, but still remain at the lowest level since 1939.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 28, 2026

Love’s to roll out premium private label baked goods line

The assortment, which will debut nationwide on Aug. 30, will feature muffins, cakes and danishes.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 24, 2026

Where SNAP participation has fallen the most

All but one state saw a year-over-year drop in the number of people enrolled in the food assistance program in April.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 21, 2026

Gopuff expands private label, debuts first-ever seasonal product lineup

The additions mainly include baked goods such as cakes, cookies, danishes, edible and bakeable cookie dough, toaster pastries and fudge.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 21, 2026

4 c-store execs weigh in on cautious consumers

Leaders from Arko, CrossAmerica Partners, Global Partners and Murphy USA shared the impact tentative spending and high gas prices had in Q2.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 17, 2026

5 new snacks capitalizing on hot c-stores trends

Unique offerings from both newer and popular snackmakers are rising up to meet changing customer tastes.

By Christine Blank • Aug. 12, 2026

FDA grants marketing approval to 4 On! nicotine pouches

The agency greenlit the products as part of a pilot program aimed at shortening approval times. 

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 5, 2026

Tyson suggests high beef prices face long recovery

The meat giant said the Trump administration's efforts to boost supply are unlikely to make a significant impact in the near-term.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 5, 2026

Altria Group expands On! Plus distribution

The nicotine pouch brand, which received marketing approval from the FDA for multiple varieties in late 2025, expanded to 120,000 stores nationwide.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 4, 2026

Gen Z isn’t drinking less after all

An IWSR report found that younger drinkers imbibe at roughly the same rate as the rest of the population, upending a narrative that Gen Z is a “generation of moderation.”

By Laurel Deppen • July 21, 2026

Consumers say rewards matter, but many aren’t actually using them

In the crowded loyalty landscape, a successful program goes beyond growing enrollment to actually influencing customers’ shopping behavior.

By Bryan Wassel • July 20, 2026

3 Big Numbers: Building a better beverage bar

Convenience retailers are drink destinations for a significant portion of shoppers, according to a recent Intouch Insight report.

By Jessica Loder • July 17, 2026

FDA allows Zyn to market nicotine pouches as lower-risk alternative to cigarettes

The administration’s latest orders allow Zyn to claim that using the products instead of cigarettes decreases the risk of several smoking-related diseases.

By Brett Dworski • July 1, 2026

Sheetz, Dash In lead the charge as refreshers reshape c-store beverage sales

The drinks sit at the intersection of fruit flavor, wellness and afternoon treat occasions, making them highly adaptable across c-store menus.

By Christine Blank • June 29, 2026

How to open a restaurant in a c-store

Built-in traffic and low build-out costs make c-stores an attractive growth opportunity, but brand fit and executional discipline are essential, experts say.

By Michael Brady • June 29, 2026

Onvo debuts private label snacks

The retailer’s new array of proprietary potato chips was designed to complement its existing foodservice offering.

By Jessica Loder • June 25, 2026

3 charts outlining the growing smokeless nicotine market

With Zyn and On! Plus earning marketing approval from the FDA, the category is becoming increasingly important in c-stores.

By Jessica Loder • June 22, 2026

Anheuser-Busch invests $20M in Michelob Ultra production in bet on beer rebound

The Bud Light owner will upgrade brewery and packaging equipment at facilities across Missouri after executives expressed optimism that the worst is over for the industry.

By Sarah Zimmerman • June 18, 2026

SNAP waivers could lead to $830M sales loss for soda, candy, energy drinks

By the end of 2026, state-specific restrictions are expected to impact one-third of participants in the government food assistance program, Numerator found.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 2, 2026

Why c-stores are winning the affordable luxury moment

As budgets tighten, shoppers may be cutting back on major purchases, yet they’re still craving small moments of joy.

May 26, 2026

Which categories offer c-stores the best private label opportunities?

A few popular areas in food and beverage offer retailers the chance to win back margin and offer exciting choices for younger shoppers, experts say.

By Danielle McLean • May 19, 2026

C-stores are getting dinged for having higher prices, report says

Inflation and macroeconomic challenges are highlighting to consumers just how expensive some items are at c-stores compared to other retailers, according to NielsenIQ.

By Jessica Loder • May 19, 2026

Protein powder shortage threatens America’s biggest food craze

Companies are now grappling with whether or not to raise prices at a time when consumers are already reeling from a prolonged period of inflation.

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 11, 2026

FDA greenlights first fruit-flavored vapes

Four pods from vaping company Glas, including menthol, blueberry and mango flavors, earned marketing approval from the U.S., joining the short list of authorized products.

By Jessica Loder • May 7, 2026