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Swizzels urges retailers to stock up on Marvellous Mallows

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Swizzels is urging retailers to stock up on Marvellous Mallows as the mallow category continues to grow. By maintaining a £1 price point, Swizzels aims to ensure its Drumstick-flavoured mallows remain a fast-moving and profitable product for retailers. Marshmallows continue to be a popular choice among consumers, with the category now having an estimated worth …

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