Insights to drive sweet success with chocolate salesChocolate-obsessed Canadians push sales higher for convenience stores, as vendors innovate to meet consumers’ evolving needs. Mars announces new leadership for its Food & Nutrition regional businessesAppointments intended to “drive ongoing growth and innovation in the vibrant food and nutrition business.” Mars to buy Kellanova for nearly US$30 billion Once the deal is finalized, Kellanova will become part of Mars Snacking. Mars may be in talks to buy Kellanova: Reuters Proposed deal would be one of the biggest ever in the packaged food sector, say analysts. Excel Refreshers Exciting new flavours and format. Candy companies pitch gum as a stress reliever and concentration aid to revive stale U.S. sales Globally, gum sales burst during pandemic, but are on the rise again. Product of the Year Canada announces 2024 winners 4,000 Canadians voted for winners across 39 categories, covering food, snacks, beverages, health products and more. More than just a treat, consumers are turning to chocolate to boost their mood Not even a recent sharp rise in cocoa prices, and a corresponding price increase at shelf level, has been enough to turn consumers away. Special report: Grey market products The growing infiltration of non-compliant confectionary products pose a risk to c-stores and customers, say industry experts. 1
