Planters kicks off national ‘Ahhh, nuts’ snack advertising campaign

The Hormel Foods brand is promoting its snack nuts with a twist on a classic expression.

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The makers of Planters nuts and snacks have announced the launch of its new national ad campaign created to change the denotation of the classic expression "Ah nuts!" from frustration into a positive: "Ahhh, nuts."

The campaign, developed in collaboration with BBDO MW, debuted on January 15. It features four, fast-paced, high-energy spots depicting everyday mishaps while fishing; waiting at a cash machine; opening a highly carbonated bottle; and an experience at a vending machine, all followed by the exasperated cry of, "Ah, nuts!" The campaign is built on the premise that Plantersnuts are always a joyful and positive snack.

"These 'Ahhh, nuts' pieces of creative provide moments of levity and positivity in a way that's uniquely Planters brand," says Patrick Horbas, director of marketing, Planters brand. "We focused on emotion as well as our crave-worthy product in each piece to remind consumers that Planters^® nuts can bring joy to any moment."

In addition to television, the campaign will run on radio, as well as select digital and social channels with additional executions to be released over the next several months.

Jenni Spinner is the chief editor of Snack Food and Wholesale with more than 25 years of experience in business-to-business communications. She has written extensively about food production, safety and packaging; pharmaceutical drug development; concrete and masonry construction; and more. She holds a Bachelor’s in Communications from the University of Illinois. Jenni can be reached at spinnerj@bnpmedia.com.

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