A shopper looks at receipts in a supermarket

Inflation sustains for January

Consumer inflation has sustained for January 2024 according to the Office for National Statistics, despite drops in food and alcohol prices.
Promotional image of competition between PepsiCo and Bestway offering retailers the chance to win a branded van.

Win a van in Walkers & Bestway partnership

Bestway members are in with the chance to win a new electric van complete with a customisable wrap in a new competition with PepsiCo.
supermarket aisle of festive items

Inflated festive retail sales expected

Christmas sales for 2022 are expected to be record-breaking, according to market research firms.

Heverlee has a foxy new look

An updated new look for Heverlee lager has hit shelves across the off-trade as the brand aims to offer a more premium look to consumers through the brand.

Bisto has a banger in its new Sausage Gravy

Premier Foods has launched its new Bisto For Sausages Gravy Granules in a bid to capitalise on the rising demand for 'bangers and mash' dinnertime occasions.
George Egg, also known as the Snack Hacker, adds hot sauce to his cheese toastie.

Pilgrims Choice invites George Egg to Bite Into Bold

Cheddar brand Pilgrims Choice has partnered up with award-winning comedian George Egg as part of its Bite Into Bold marketing campaign.
Aerial shot of Plant Farms facility in Cirimido, Italy.

Planet Farms invests in vertical operations in the UK

Italian agriculture tech firm Planet Farms has invested over £25million in a new UK-based vertical farming facility to expand the company's presence globally.

Magnum toasts deal with Co-op

Scotch whisky cream liqueur brand Magnum has secured a new deal with Co-op to supply the drink over 30 stores across the country.

Make the most of vegan deals

Creating a display and highlighting value ranges are the two main tips from Swizzels for retailers who want to make the most of Veganuary.
Consumers value normal chocolate over no/low offerings, says The Knowledge Bank.

Ways to keep people sweet

Food and drink insights experts from The Knowledge Bank say people prefer "regular" chocolate to low/no-sugar offerings.

Scotland’s top brands: 8. Malcolm Allan

Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home food and drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brand No.8 – Malcolm Allan.

Market News | Diageo, Birra Moretti, Whitley Neill, Absolut

Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.

Awards Profile – Home Delivery Store of the Year 2022

Scottish Grocer caught up with Martin and Natalie Lightfoot, store owners at Londis Solo Convenience Baillieston and winner of Home Delivery Store of the Year at the 2022 Scottish Grocer Awards.
Natalie Marhsall, trade marketing manager at Aston Manor.

Retail Game Changers: Aston Manor

Scottish Grocer shines a spotlight on the Retail Game Changers and highlights those women making a real difference to the convenience channel.
tea and biscuits

Biscuits for the saucers

UK consumers are a nation of tea lovers. The only other thing that could perhaps hold a flame to the beloved brew also happens to be its partner in crime, biscuits.

Yoplait launches Yop 500g into Booker Wholesale

Yoplait launches Yop 500g Strawberry, the UK’s only drinking yoghurt, to independent retailers, offering a nutritious, protein-packed option for all ages.