Fresh start for grocery sales

Strong sales in fresh produce helped the UK grocery market record a sales uplift for the 12 weeks to 27 January .
Village stores provide important services and essential goods for the communities they serve, says the ACS report.

Rural retailers ‘invested £280million in stores last year’

Rural retailers invested more than £280million in the last year, providing essential services and goods, according to the Association of Convenience Stores.
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Cutting the wrap for fresh food

Aldi is helping Scottish consumers cut down on their plastic use, by selling five types of vegetables without any plastic packaging at all
Lauren Rafferty, commercial development coordinator at Scotmid, Rodney Graham, managing director at Nudie Snacks and Steve Addison, local sourcing manager at Scotmid, all stand at a table for the Scottish Favourites competition with packs of Nudie Snacks sweet potato crisps.

Nudie Snacks crisps range hits Scotmid shelves

Innovative snacks brand Nudie Snacks has rolled out a trio of its flavours across Scotmid stores following the brand's win at the Scottish Favourites competition.
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Big b-day for Heinz

Heinz hits a big milestone this year, with the global food brand celebrating 150 years in business
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Scottish Grocer Awards 2026 is open for entries

The Scottish Grocer Awards 2026 is now open for entries, be sure to get yours in before the deadline of 22 May to be in with the chance of winning.
A group of politicians stand around an easel with an advert for the Food & Drink Federation Scotland on it.

Politicians urged to support food and drink ahead of election

Industry body Food and Drink Scotland has pushed for cross-party support for food and drink manufacturers across the country at a recent election hustings.

UK Gov plans energy drink ban for under-16s

AGE restrictions on energy drinks sales have moved a step closer to reality, with the UK Government confirming plans to introduce a ban south...
A KeyStore lorry is parked outside the JW Filshill depot in Renfrew.

Filshill scoops top awards from The Advantage Group

JW Filshill has scooped up two top awards from The Advantage Group in recognition of its route to market service and KeyStore fascia group.
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It’s got the be Ayrshire spuds

The European Commission (EC) has granted a geographic protection to Ayrshire's spuds .
A woman inflates her tyre at a forecourt station.

Air-serv sees increase in tyre inflation checks across UK

Forecourt services operator Air-serv has reported an increase in usage of its tyre inflation services in the UK as motorists seek ways to improve fuel efficiency.
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Discounter bins plastic

Lidl has introduced reusable fruit and veg bags across its store estate .
A group of children from Dunfermline High School stand outside Green's On The Go Hospital Hill holding signs and a cheque for £1,000.

Green’s On The Go marks opening with £2k donation

The newly launched Green's On The Go Hospital Hill store has marked its opening with two £1,000 donations to local groups.
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More Aldis are coming

Aldi has announced plans for a huge expansion
A can of Vault City 999GL sits among different fruit against an orange and yellow background.

Vault City ramps up sour beer production for anniversary

Edinburgh-based brewer Vault City has announced it is on track for its biggest year for beer production as it approaches its eighth anniversary year.

Spirit gift packs in c-store exclusive

A gift pack of Grant’s whisky and six collectable glasses is being offered to the c-store sector. The glasses reflect the history of the...