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In recent years convenience stores and other retailers that sell candy have seen a steep decline in in Business. This can be attributed to the big box stores as well as the proliferation of dollar store chains. However, some expericing success by adding a retro and nostalgic candy department to their stores and as a result peaking the interest of customers. Retro Bulk Candy At one point during the 70’s and 80’s almost every Convenience Store, Video Store, Drug Store and Gas Bar in Ontario that sold candy had retro and nostalgic candy that was unique.  Canadian bulk candy was...

It’s easy! You can easily create a peg bag program in your store that will look amazing (colorful and eye appealing) and will increase sales and foot traffic. Find a spot, perhaps on one of the gondolas or on a wall. Make sure it’s well lit. You may have to invest in a 4’ x 8’ sheet of slat wall and some peg hooks. For about $500 Wholesale you can purchase an amazing selection of peg candy in all flavors. Truly a small investment that will add a new dimension to your store. Looks Great A well thought out peg...

Bulk candy can be extremely profitable depending on how it is marketed. Unlike regular line of candy bulk can easily fetch a healthy margins. Sell by the cup or by weight. Customers would love the opportunity to pick and choose what flavors of bulk they want. Fill a cup of assorted candy for $2.00 and earn a margin of 50-70%. This of course is just an example.  You could either get a four-compartment bulk bin on the counter or a 20-compartment bulk bin on the floor as an end isle display. Also, you can create a nostalgic look by using...