Ways to keep people sweet
Food and drink insights experts from The Knowledge Bank say people prefer "regular" chocolate to low/no-sugar offerings.
Boost sales with sports drinks
As people take to exercising in the sunshine, sports drinks can do well for c-store retailers – as long as they take into account the desire for value and taste, says Boost Drinks.
Galloway Gathering Project with FareShare Scotland a big success
Lactalis brand Galloway Cheddar has joined forces with FareShare Scotland to run a successful charity initiative across the country.
Awards Profile – Industry Achievement
Scottish Grocer caught up with Greens Retail managing director Harris Aslam after he won the prestigious Industry Achievement honour at the 2022 Scottish Grocer Awards.
Yousaf says no to DRS compensation
First Minister Humza Yousaf says there is no case for compensation over the delay to Scotland's DRS prompting outrage from the retail channel.
Nisa on big drive to recruit stores
Nisa has announced ambitious plans to expand its network of stores – at the same time as a revitalised Glasgow outlet reopened to serve its local community.
Belhaven has a premium offer for quiet nights
Belhaven pushes retailers to consider the more low-key occasions as a good opportunity to push premium beer sales and encourage consumers to trade up.
Demands for DRS compensation
Industry firms have been demanding compensation from the Scottish Government after the latest announcement that DRS would be delayed until October 2025.
Ask the Expert – Danfoss
Gareth Ash, marketing communications manager at Danfoss, offers retailers insights and solutions to help make their stores more sustainable.
Convenience in brief | PayPoint and Lomond Wholesaler news
Scottish Grocer takes a look at the Scottish convenience sector and brings together two news stories covering recent events.
DRS delayed until 2025
Scottish Government has delayed DRS until October 2025 following doubts over the scheme's viability after UK Government removed glass from the scheme.
Value on parade with Spar Scotland
CJ Lang chief executive Colin McLean sets out the benefits of running a store under the Spar Scotland symbol in Scotland the support the group offers.
More changes in store for DRS
The Scottish Government has confirmed it will continue to work on DRS but with modifications after an "11th hour intervention" from the UK Government.
Edinburgh festival calls for Scottish produce
Scottish food and drink producers are being urged to sign up to take part in the Edinburgh Food Festival which is set to return this July.
Deposit return scheme must go ahead, says administrator
Scheme administrator Circularity Scotland has said that DRS must go ahead next year after UK minsters rejected calls to include glass in the scheme.
Tomra aims to make the most of extra time
Reverse vending machine firm Tomra aims to make the most of the extension to the DRS deadline by encouraging retailers to prepare well in advance.
