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Scotland’s top brands facing challenges of changing habits

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.
Staff members from Brownings the Bakers stand outside an Asda store holding Brownings products.

Brownings expands listings in Asda stores

Family-run bakers Brownings the Bakers has expanded on its listings for Scottish Asda supermarket stores with three more of its products landing across shelves.
EG On the Move forecourt site in Nitshill with a Co-op store on site.

EG is On The Move in Nitshill

The first Scottish EG On the Move and Co-op branded store has launched in the Nitshill area as part of a trial between the two businesses.
Data analysts indicate a slow start to the year, with shoppers still cautious on spend. Picture: Shutterstock.com/1000 Words

Grocery inflation drops to lowest rate in two years

Kantar reports the lowest rate for grocery price inflation in almost two years as consumers flock back to the shops seeking promotions to help celebrate.
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Did Games deliver gold?

Retailer near entrance of main venue sees traffic and crowd control slash business during sports fest. But other businesses register benefits of good weather and...
Pack shots of Cadbury Bournville 2025 re-design featuring Chopped Hazelnut, Original and Salted Caramel flavours.

Cadbury Bournville unveils a new modernised design across its packs

Cadbury Bournville has unveiled a new look across its dark chocolate range, complete with a modern look and new flavours for consumers to sink into their teeth.

Awards Profile – Vaping Retailer of the Year

Scottish Grocer caught up with Zahid Iqbal and the team at Day-Today Drylaw following their win of Vaping Retailer of the Year at the Scottish Grocer Awards.
Pack shots of Bebeto Freeze Crunchy freeze-dried sweets including Peach Rings, Marshmallows and Watermelon variants.

Bebeto takes note of TikTok with freeze dried sweets

Confectionery firm Kervan Gida is set to capture demand from social media with the launch of its freeze-dried sweets Bebeto Freeze Crunchy.
Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes addresses the FDF Scotland Parliamentary reception.

Scottish food and drink industry brings £5.2billion to table

Food and drink production contributes £5.2billion to the Scottish economy, according to an FDF report showing the importance of the sector.
A person holds a can of Brewgooder Fairtrade Fonio grain beer in front of green leaves.

A Fairtrade brew to do good from Brewgooder

Brewgooder has established a Fairtrade-certified supply chain for its Fonio Session IPA, offering consumers a more ethical option in the beer category.
Bags of Stockleys sweets with sweets pouring out from them against a yellow background.

Stockley’s rolls out new Treat Bag format

Classic confectionery manufacturer Stockleys has unveiled its new Treat Bags format to appeal to sharing occasions with consumers.

Thompson returns with Eddy’s brand

MORNING Noon and Night co-founder Stephen Thompson has launched a new convenience retail brand, with plans to open at least 30 stores. Eddy’s Food Station...

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.

P&H in administration

Financially beleaguered wholesaler Palmer & Harvey has gone into administration in a collapse which has resulted in the immediate loss of over 2000 jobs.

Mixed reviews for minimum pricing

One month in retailers assess the controversial policy
Lucozade Sport Zero Sugar will appeal to new customers, say Suntory.

Loyalty to Lucozade Sport will drive sales

Suntory Beverage & Food has been highlighting the importance of consumer brand loyalty in driving sales of the likes of its Lucozade Sport.