Ramping up the free-from range
WHETHER it’s a gluten intolerance or an avoidance of meat and dairy, today’s consumer comes with varying dietary requirements with many seeking out specialist products.
Kicking off Scotland’s big year
FOR many Scots 2014 was always going to be a big year.
The 700th anniversary of the battle of Bannockburn occurs in June and there’s...
New malt, reused glass
Scottish distillery Nc’Nean has released a single malt whisky in 100% recycled clear glass packaging
Journey of the highlands and islands
ISLAND malt whisky brand Jura has announced a launch that it is calling the biggest in its history.
Cooking up new uses
PORRIDGE sales in the UK continue to grow, as the oat cereal’s many health benefits make it the year-round breakfast of choice for health-conscious...
Scottish food and drink fortnight
Scottish food and drink has been highlighted as a potential powerhouse industrial sector for the nation’s future. Next month we all have a chance...
Scooping a sustainable prize
MACKIE’s of Scotland has launched an on-pack promotion that shines a spotlight on its sustainability activities.
Home grown ready meal sales soaring
Strathmore Foods has reported double-digit growth for its ready meal range, with Kantar Worldpanel figures showing 14% growth for the year to January 2017.
The...
A food and drink year in the making
WE are now at the halfway point in Scotland’s Year of Food and Drink which set out to promote the country’s natural larder.
Scotland Food...
Eco focus in Glasgow
New store ‘Neighbourhood’ offers grocery staples ranging from flour and grains to body care and home cleaning products – without plastic packaging
Sauce adds more free choice
PESTO brand Sacla has added Free From Wild Mushroom Risotto sauce to its range.
It is gluten, wheat and dairy-free and is the eighth free-from...
Fair Trade nation set for festival fortnight
THIS month sees the return of Fairtrade Fortnight and retailers are being encouraged to go bananas ... and tea ... and coffee ... and...
The breakfast connection
RETAILERS Dennis and Linda Williams have officially launched their healthy loyalty scheme that gives children who buy fruit in their store extra bonus pieces...
Premium chocolate brand adds to its range
PREMIUM chocolate brand Nero & Bianco has added orange and butterscotch flavours to its range.
The brand started out in 2010 with three...
A convenient climate truth
OVER one third of consumers believe that shopping at convenience stores is better for the environment, according to a new report from TWC.
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.
