Looking to the future… part 2
NISA has converted 50 of its stores to a new format with another 50 going through the conversion.
And it has reported that converted stores...
Shopping in the age of impulse
INCREASING numbers of shoppers are kicking the habit of the big weekly shop and pre-prepared shopping lists could also be in decline according to...
Co-op Wholesale expands own-brand range
Nisa franchise operator Co-op Wholesale is expanding its own-brand offer in a bid to help independent retailers.
Food inflation continues to trickle down
Food inflation continues to trickle down as industry bodies warn government not to be complacent on this with future costs on the horizon for many.
Graham’s bags Great Taste Awards
Graham's The Family Dairy has marked plenty of success for its range of dairy products after picking up a raft of Great Taste Awards gongs.
Vape stores fail age test
TEST purchasing in four cities across Great Britain, including Glasgow and Edinburgh, revealed that two thirds of the country’s vape stores are at risk...
Golden Wonder brings a “World of Wonder” to Glasgow
The iconic Scottish crisp brand is letting customers loose to make their own crisps to launch its new Salt & Chilli Chicken variant.
Calls to tackle energy costs
Convenience channel chiefs have voiced their concerns about the impact of rising energy costs on the sector in the wake of the US-Israeli war with Iran.
Belvita introduces new Minis bite-size biscuits
Biscuits brand Belvita has announced its new Belvita Minis range in a bid to offer consumers a more permissible and versatile snack option.
Cheers to beers and fine drams
Lesley Ann Gray, strategic lead for Scotland at market research company Kantar – which provides the listing of the top 50 Scottish non-alcohol brands in Scotland and the top 10 Scottish alcohol brands in Scotland, analyses the year for the leading Scottish brands in Scottish food and drink retailing.
Butterkist stays Wicked For Good as promo returns
KP Snacks and Universal Pictures have teamed up once again with the new Wicked: For Good promotion across Butterkist popcorn packs.
UK Gov considering vape tax
Vaping industry members have warned against a potential rise in tax on vaping products, which the UK Gov is thought to be considering in the Autumn Budget.
Celsius energy drinks debuts four new fruity flavours
Energy drinks brand Celsius has unveiled four new fruit-flavoured variants set to become its new 'core range' when they hit shelves in 2026.
Scottish Grocer Awards 2021 – get ready for a night to remember!
The Scottish Grocer Awards are back, with a new autumn date for 2021
Spar shoppers can win a Frozen Fortune
Spar shoppers in can win big over the next few weeks, with four £10,000 grand prizes up for grabs through the convenience symbol's latest online gaming campaign – Frozen Fortune.
Scotland’s top alcohol brands: 3, 4 & 5
Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home alcoholic drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brands 3-5.
