Nudie Snacks cuts out veggie waste
Scottish business Nudie Snacks is using "wonky vegetables" in the making of its cauliflower crisps in a bid to be more eco-friendly.
Build up energy drinks for summer, says Red Bull
Energy drinks giant Red Bull offers advice to convenience retailers on how to ensure shoppers can easily get what they want in the category.
Ways to keep people sweet
Food and drink insights experts from The Knowledge Bank say people prefer "regular" chocolate to low/no-sugar offerings.
Building paths back to the workplace
Legal expert Claire Maclean, from Dentons UK and Middle East LLP, based in Scotland, looks at government guidance for employers to support those returning to work after a career break.
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.
Convenience in Brief | 1881 Distillery, Four Loko and Britvic news
Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that provide insights to convenience retailers about alcoholic and soft drinks.
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.
Fit drinks formats to customers says Aston Manor
Aston Manor aims to keep the drinks range more convenient for consumers by matching the demand for any occasion through a variety of formats.
Mars Wrigley aims to help consumers to find the sweets
Chocolate and other treats remain recession proof and Mars Wrigley aims to make the most of this by advising retailers to keep the range simple.
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.
