A chiller with sandwiches and rolls with strip runners along the shelving with the SGF Go Local branding across it, the text reads 'We Support Local'.

SGF Go Local Programme is renewed for another year

The Scottish Grocers' Federation's Go Local Programme has been renewed for another year after securing funding from the Scottish Government.
The Spar Tradeshow event tent in Aviemore.

Spar Tradeshow makes a grand return

Spar Scotland welcomed over 800 delegates to its annual Spar Tradeshow event in Aviemore once again, marking another sell-out show for the fascia.

Plastic leads to Mars recall

MARS Chocolate UK is recalling a number of products produced in the Netherlands after one was found to contain plastic. The company is recalling batches...
Bottles of Breezer consisting Zesty Orange, Zingy Lime and Crisp Watermelon all stand on a wooden table with a beach scene in the background behind the bottles.

Bacardi Breezer makes its official comeback

Aiming to drive up the demand for nostalgic options, Bacardi has brought back its popular RTD range of Breezer drinks to the UK.
FareShare works hard to redistribute food and drink to groups across Scotland.

FareShare plea to food sector

Charity FareShare is appealing for more "food partners" as it faces massive demand for help because of the cost-of-living crisis.
Gin Bothy owner Kim Cameron is delighted to make it to Hollywood.

New gins ready to hit off-trade

Three Scottish gin brands have new offerings that convenience store retailers might want to consider adding to their off-trade shelves.
Swizzels reported a rise in sales for its vegan Variety Range during Veganuary 2023.

Sweet treats for Veganuary and beyond

Sweet treats brands Swizzels and Lazy Day Foods have been highlighting their vegan options that are available for Veganuary and beyond.
Pack shots of Unconform Cold Brew coffee including Salted Caramel Latte, Flat White and Mocha.

Unconform brings a trio of cold brew coffees to cans

Canned coffee brand Unconform is set to disrupt the iced coffee sector with a trio of new vegan Cold Brew variants with added health benefits.
PROTEIN drinks brand üFit has broken into the breakfast aisle with its first range of cereal options.

Are you ready to bring a boost to your üFit breakfast?

Protein drinks brand üFit has broken into the breakfast aisle with its first range of cereal options.
Pack shots of New York Bakery Co Original Sub Rolls, Roasted Onion Sub Rolls, Chocolate Chip Soft Baked Cookies and Salted Caramel & Pecan Soft Baked Cookies.

New York Bakery enters new categories with Sub Rolls and Cookies

New York Bakery has entered into two new categories for the first time with the launch of a new range of Sub Rolls and Soft-Baked Cookies options.
JW Filshill hits £5m operating profit up 18.7% for 2024

JW Filshill reports £5m operating profit, up 18.7%

JW Filshill reports £5m operating profit, up 18.7% for 2024
A man serves a customer at a till point inside a convenience store. The customer has placed a yellow shopping basket onto the counter with items inside it as the retailer takes items out to scan them. The retailer is holding a packet of McVitie's Chocolate Digestives.

pladis unveils new retailer platform Better Biscuits

Global snacking firm pladis has relaunched its retailer support platform Better Biscuits to help empower store owners to drive up sales.
A cereal box of Nesquik Minis sits on table with a bowl filled with the cereal and a spoon next to the bowl.

Nesquik rolls out some Minis fun

Nestlé Cereal is out to pack in extra fun for consumers' mornings with a Mini offer with the launch of its new Nesquik Minis chocolate cereal.
Both Nisa and Costcutter retailers stand to benefit from profit-boosting decisions taken by their respective wholesalers.

Nisa and Costcutter retailers get profits boost

Both Nisa and Costcutter retailers stand to benefit from profit-boosting decisions taken by their respective wholesalers.
Bottles of Rubicon Spring Vits stand against a blue background with illustrations of fruit around the bottles.

Rubicon Spring unveils new Vits soft drinks range

Flavoured spring water brand Rubicon has unveiled its latest addition of Rubicon Spring Vits, aiming to drive up sales in the functional water market.

Mentos opens up to sharing

Perfetti Van Melle is set to grow the opportunity for confectionery sharing as the firm rolls out new Pouch Bags sharing packs across the Mentos brand.