Sharing key to success
AT this time of year, Santa Claus must surely be putting his sleigh in for pre-flight checks.
Much like everyone’s favourite beard wearing toy merchant, Scotland’s retailers will already be hard at work making sure they’ve got the right range of festive treats to spread joy this Christmas.
Plant based is on the rise
FREE from sales are on the rise and convenience retailers could benefit from growing demand.
Tunnock’s growth vision is un-wafer-ing
The Tunnock family have heavily invested in both the confectioner's staff and factory to help meet global demand, as Scottish Grocer discovered on a tour of the production plant.
A little salt to go a long way
THE golden opportunity of adding salted caramel to the range has not been lost on those responsible for Wispa NPD.
Swizzels’ sweet selection
FAMILY celebrations are at the heart of Swizzels festive range for Christmas 2021.
M&Ms goes big on fun in new Minis launch
Mars Wrigley is set to roll out its new M&M's Minis range in the UK this July, following successful launch for the product in the States.
Kids sweets in value lead – Category growth
CHILDREN are impulsive when they’re buying confectionery, and they don’t necessarily plan their sweet shopping far in advance. And when they arrive at stores,...
Get ready for last minute rush – novelty Easter products
SHOPPERS made a lot of last minute purchases of novelty Easter products last year. So this year, convenience stores should be prepared for the...
Opal Fruits back in stores for a limited time
Confectionery giant Mars Wrigley has brought back Opal Fruits for a limited time as the firm aims to drive sales with some 90s nostalgia.
New PMP is twice as nice
The combination of Dairy Milk and Oreo has proved to be a popular one for Cadbury, and now the firm is extending the partnership even further with the launch of a new bar .
Hancocks announces next Sweetest Day event
UK confectionery wholesaler Hancocks has announced the next date for its in-store and online Sweetest Day event, offering retailers a trance of deals.
Reduced plastic packs coming soon
Mars Wrigley has stepped up its sustainable packaging programme, with narrower packs set to roll out in April
Proper sharing pack kicks off for Tayto
Tayto is set to keep the sharing occasion a popular one for end-of-year celebrations with a new addition to its line-up.
A guilt free helping of chocolate
POPCORN snack brand Propercorn has added a little sweetener to its range in the shape of a new chocolate variant
Handy finger packs
SMALLER households and families are the targets for two new pack sizes of Cadbury Fingers from Burton’s Biscuit Company.
Head of category and shopper management...
Tradition and innovation
SCOTTISH confectionery maker Mrs Tilly’s has been celebrating success at home and abroad, as demand for premium confectionery continues to drive sales.
