Where is Scotland left on DRS?
Questions remain about the future of Scotland's deposit return scheme as retailers look for compensation over expended costs to install and run machines.
The Antiquary rolls out whisky gift ideas for Father’s Day
Highland distiller Tomatin has rolled out a trio of whisky suggestions for Father's Day this year from its blended whisky brand The Antiquary.
Finsbury launches first-to-market cake bento boxes
Speciality bakery firm Finsbury Food Group has introduced its first cake bento box brand with Little Big Cake, driving innovation in the bakery aisle.
Xtra choice at Burns
Consumers cutting back on sugar don’t need to miss out on the nation’s favourite Scottish soft drink during Burns Night this year.
Doritos to drive sales with new 3D Crunch format
Snacks brand Doritos has unveiled its new 3D Crunch packs as part of its continued partnership with F1 as its Official Savoury Snack.
BrewDog launches retailer competition
Craft beer firm BrewDog is offering free stock to retailers through a nationwide competition, Space For Beer – and store bosses can find out the details here.
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.
Bazooka Candy launches on-pack partnership with Brentford FC
Bazooka Candy Brands has unveiled its new partnership with Brentford FC offering fans the chance to bag VIP away day tickets through the confectionery brand.
Funkin and Irn-Bru partner on new cocktail
Funkin' Cocktail and Irn-Bru have teamed up to deliver a unique, limited edition ready-to-drink cocktail serve to drive up growth in the RTD category.
Mixed reviews for minimum pricing
One month in retailers assess the controversial policy
SBF rolls out new Ribena promotion
SBF GB&I is giving consumers the chance to win cash prizes, experience vouchers or holiday packages as part of its latest on-pack promotion for Ribena.
Nanna Tate aims to cut out the faff with Chilled range
Premium potato brand Nanna Tate has unveiled its new range of chilled meal options in time for National Chip Week with a new Loaded Chips recipe.
Convenience in brief | The latest news in the sector
Scottish Grocer takes a look at the Scottish convenience sector and brings together three news stories covering recent events.
Katie Dempster takes on marketing manager role at Filshill
Katie Dempster has been appointed as the group marketing manager at JW Filshill, covering for Sue Man who has started her maternity leave period.
Jaffa Cakes unveils new Hot Honey flavour
Global snacking firm pladis has unveiled its latest flavour development for its McVitie's Jaffa Cakes brand with the new Hot Honey variant.
Holyrood set to extend ID
THE Scottish Government has named the additional forms of ID that will be acceptable in shops and pubs after 1 October.
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