Tackling Tobacco: July 2024 Legislative & Regulatory RoundupState and local legislators are eyeing bills aimed at new tobacco retail outlets. Entry Period Opens for Convenience Store News 2024 Best New Products AwardsNominations are being accepted across 51 product categories through July 12. Meet the 2024 Convenience Store News Category Captains Sixteen agile suppliers and distributors are honored in this year's awards program. Meet the 2024 Category Captain for CBD/Cannabis: J And A Consumable Products With a low price point of $5 or below, its products bring new affordability to the CBD category. CBD & Cannabis Categories Look for Traction A lack of federal mandates and myriad state regulations stymie retailers and suppliers. The CBD State of Affairs Consumer familiarity has improved, but usage remains niche. Honoring the Best New Products of 2023 Based on consumer ratings, 33 products new to convenience store shelves are selected for recognition in Convenience Store News’ 27th annual program. Bright Energy CBD Powdered Drink Mix The Lemonade and Berry Medley flavors are infused with 25 milligrams of organically grown hemp-derived full spectrum CBD per serving. New Study Reveals CBD Searches Jumped Nearly 200% Over Past Decade Alabama is the state most interested in using CBD, based on internet searches. Convenience Store News Names Winners of 2023 Best New Products Awards Snack items dominate this year’s collection of 33 honorees. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
