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Primary obstacles to growth include online retailers and local competition from supermarkets.

C-store operators foresee a rosier year for alternative snacks than salty snacks.

The majority of c-store operators expect status quo for the candy category this year.

Few convenience store retailers think their sales in the beer category will decline this year.

C-store operators are less optimistic about the category this year.

Positive expectations for both dollar sales and unit volume growth are up year over year.

Uncertainty around regulation contributes to a very mixed forecast.

At least six out of 10 c-store operators expect an increase in both dollar and gallon sales.

The Convenience Store News Hall of Famer expects to continue being involved in the industry.