Accelerating trends in snack category
Growth for larger pack formats has been a trend of the pandemic across categories, but in snacking it looks like Covid-19 has only served to accelerate existing trends
A whisky mix
A new single malt whisky designed for mixing has been released by Glenmorangie distillery
Gluten-free oaty bakes
Ecotone UK has expanded its gluten-free Mrs Crimbles range with the release of a new oat-based snack.
Breakfast television
Weetabix Melts are hitting television screens for the first time as part of a £2.5m campaign to raise awareness of the brand.
Breakfast is booming
St Pierre Groupe says category growth is good news for convenience retailers
BREAKFAST has changed. Evolving perceptions around mealtimes and the growing popularity of breakfast...
PMPs secure listings
FOLLOWING the launch of its £1 PMP range in May, Mackie’s has secured some lucrative listings for its crisp range, including with CJ Lang, JW FIlshill, Bestway, United Wholesale (Scotland), and Glencarse Foods.
Striking the right balance
Now that lockdown restrictions have eased, retailers should adapt their cake range to reflect changes in consumer behaviour.
Ready for the summer
THE last two summers have been good for sales of barbecue products in Scottish stores.
Going green with tea packaging
The PG Tips range is now entirely plant based, complete with biodegradable tea bags and wrapless boxes across its portfolio.
Red Bull backs price marking
AFTER taste, price and value are the biggest sales drivers in the energy drink category, meaning those retailers that communicate a good deal will do well.
Bringing the party
Lambrini has launched its first major marketing campaign since it was acquired by Accolade Wines.
Taste Jamaica on ice
FUNNYBONES Foodservice is bringing a taste of the Carribean to the convenience channel, with the launch of Irie Eats Jamaican Patties in two new formats.
A facelift for Vimto
VIMTO’S squash range is all set for summer, thanks to a packaging refresh and a new campaign.
Reacting to hybrid work
THE effects of hybrid working patterns are being felt in the snack category – and convenience retailers should adapt their range accordingly.
Two more from Dole
Dole Sunshine Company has added two new variants to its range of fruit cups.
Relentless partnership
COCA-Cola Europacific Partners has built on its partnership with the rapper Aitch in the new promotion for Relentless.
