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Yoplait launches Yop 500g into Booker Wholesale

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Graham Watson won the top Industry Achievement accolade at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023.

Awards Profile – Industry Achievement

4 November 2024
The Healthy Living Programme team celebrates the 20th anniversary at the Scottish Grocers' Federation conference.

Healthy Living Programme boss reveals ambitions

1 November 2024
Nisa retailers can now save on their energy costs thanks to a partnership with tech firm Simble.

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David Lonsdale is asking Shona Robison to take action to help Scottish retailers.

Retailers ‘face £13m rates hike’

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The PRA Forecourt Roadshow Scotland attracts plenty of visitors and trade stands.

PRA roadshow helps to drive growth

29 October 2024

January 2025

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Full 2025 Scottish Grocer features list

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The Cheez-It branded Jeep, complete with DJ on the decks, proved to be a smash hit.

Cheez-It gets a cracker of an introduction

22 October 2024
The winners of the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards take to the stage to celebrate their success.

Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards provide inspiration

10 October 2024
Retailers can capture the caffeine-fix shop by meeting the demands in the energy category through the likes of PWR-BRU.

AG Barr caters for the morning rush

10 October 2024
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