Close to the door
Bottled water is a drinks category that sees major increases in sales in hot summer weather.
But even if the weather isn’t scorching, good positioning in...
SWA has bold net-zero goal
The Scottish Wholesale Association has set out ambitious plans to reach net-zero emissions by 2040 – and is calling on ScotGov to provide financial help for its members.
Symbol group takes summer season online
Retailer-owned symbol group Nisa’s special online summer campaign, which gives consumers the chance to win prizes every week, is now running.
Launched last month and...
Jisp unveils wholesale rewards platform
Jisp, the award-winning technology solutions company behind the successful Scan & Save shopper app, has launched what it says is an industry-first wholesale loyalty and rewards platform for retailers.
Awards profile – Symbol Store of the Year (single-store) 2015
Winner:
Pinkie Farm convenience store, Musselburgh
Symbol Store of the year (single-store business) – in association with Scottish Grocer magazine
Interview with Colin Smith, owner (pictured...
Spar Scotland tradeshow success
CJ Lang's Spar Scotland Tradeshow made a successful return for 2023, celebrating some of the very best retailers in Scotland and provided some key insights.
Roll your more
RYO tobacco has been growing fast and tobacco companies have been busy with new product development. But do RYO shoppers buy more than tobacco...
Mackie’s has the environment in mind
Following a summer of extreme weather events, more consumers will be looking to eco-friendly brands such as Mackie's of Scotland.
Start the year with something special
MORE than a third of the 150 exhibitors at Scotland’s Speciality Food Show in January will be exhibiting at the show for the first...
Pernod Ricard’s spirited choices for Christmas
Pernod Ricard believes its Absolut Vodka, Malfy gin, Malibu rum, Altos tequila and Jameson Irish Whisky will be key for consumers either as Christmas presents or for festive party cocktails.
Cross-party group moves closer
SCOTLAND’S convenience trade moved a step nearer to gaining its own cross-party working group in the Scottish Parliament last month.
Aimed at delivering independent retailers...
Scotland’s top brands: 6. Baxters
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.6 – Baxters.
Plastic leads to Mars recall
MARS Chocolate UK is recalling a number of products produced in the Netherlands after one was found to contain plastic.
The company is recalling batches...
Driving milk drinks in the chillers
Mars Chocolate Drinks & Treats and Coca-Cola Europacific Partners offers advice on how to build up dairy drinks across the chillers.
Tunnock’s growth vision is un-wafer-ing
The Tunnock family have heavily invested in both the confectioner's staff and factory to help meet global demand, as Scottish Grocer discovered on a tour of the production plant.
Report challenges food health plans
Official bodies hit back after obesity and public health activists criticise fat avoidance recommendations
AN obesity charity has sparked heated debate after urging people to...
