Graham’s

Time to splash out – Dairy special

Things are going better for milk, Britain’s bakers are boosting butter and cheese has a smile on its face ARE these unusually good times for...
Mark Thomson

Crisps win the snack race

WHEN it comes to snacking, Scots can’t get enough of their crisps. They are the biggest selling at-home munch across GB and are even more...
Kopparberg

Rasps not just for summer drinking

SWEDISH cider brand Kopparberg, is making its Raspberry flavour a permanent member of its product portfolio, in response to requests from fans on Facebook...
Crabbie’s

Crabbies offers £1m chance

HALEWOOD International-owned alcoholic ginger beer brand Crabbie’s, sponsor of The Grand National, will feature a win-a-£1m promotion in the run up to the race...
pet food

Time for healthy pet options?

WITH a quarter of UK households having a dog, and nearly one in five keeping at least one cat, the nation’s love affair with...
Lynx

Lynx shrinks deodorant sizes

UNILEVER has compressed all its Sure Men, Dove Men +Care, Lynx and Vaseline Men deodorants. The new smaller sizes will be supported by a...
Ginsters

Ginsters mans up its adverts

SAVOURY pastry and pie brand, Ginsters, is targeting snack-eating blokes with a £4m promotional push. Created by M&C Saatchi, the two ads – The Joke...
Knorr

Knorr & Cameron Healey get spicy

UNILEVER grocery brand Knorr is entering the herb and spice market with a new product. Knorr Flavour Pots use the same jelly formulation as...
Dr Robert Graham

The SG interview: Dr Robert Graham

Dr Robert Graham on how he and his family’s company have grown up in the Scottish dairy scene MILK from the Graham’s the Family Diary...
Double dippers

Protein shaking up snack time?

CHEESE and meat-based nibbles are the new kids on the snack block according to Kerry Foods. The company, which reckons it has alternatives to...
McVitie’s

UB switches on its masterbrand

UNITED Biscuits is reorganising its biscuit family by what it calls ‘masterbrands’ – McVitie’s for sweet biscuits and Jacob’s for savoury lines – in...
Burts Chips

Pop goes the nibble

Healthier options, niche marketing and exotic new flavours are helping manufacturers win the battle of the snack aisle THE demand for healthier munchies is driving...
Loyd Grossman

Loyd’s packs prove transparently saucy

THE Loyd Grossman range has two new ready-made sauces, said to help home cooks prepare stress-free lasagne. Tomato Sauce For Lasagne and White Sauce...
petcare

Pet food giant launches keep fit treat

WHEN it comes to pet treats, it’s all about function. According to Mars Petcare, consumers are looking for ways to reward their pet with a...
WKD

OMG! Towie is WKD babes

WKD has secured a three-series sponsorship deal with ITV2 reality show The Only Way is Essex. The drink will receive 60 seconds of on-screen accreditation...
crate

Crate news for produce

A rustic-looking polymer crate offers retailers a durable, hygienic alternative to wooden boxes, according to specialist manufacturer Polymer Logistics. The company claims its wood effect...