“Be nice” customers are told ahead of ShopKind Week
The Scottish Retail Consortium has enlisted the support of MSPs to mark the start of ShopKind Week (June 30th-July 6th), asking for shoppers to...
Going right at the lights
BREAKFAST cereal Weetabix has put its nutritional details on its pack fronts using the new “traffic light” system.
Quoting Shopper’s Voice research, Weetabix says almost...
Opening up the world
GRAHAM’S the Family Dairy has set its eye on the world. Export sales are forecast to be in the region of £2m for 2016,...
Ask the expert – RVM Systems
RVM Systems Managing Director Claudia Marshall on DRS preparations and the benefits of reverse vending machines for retailers.
The future for c-stores
Northern Ireland store Spar Mallusk offers retailers a look into the future of convenience with its new self-service food to go technology.
Lemon promise
ICE cream specialist Mackie’s of Scotland is promising treat lovers a taste of the sun in coming months, regardless of the Scottish weather.
The firm...
The great vegan bake off is here
Bakers have a new free from alternative to choose from, following the launch of Vitalite’s new dairy free vegan baking block.
Is mango the new coconut?
World foods have shown sales growth in the UK for some time. Is there now also a growing market for world drinks?
According to Refresco...
Health is proving popular
Consumers are increasingly seeking out healthier options according to new research from the Food & Drink Federation (FDF) Scotland.
What do we know about Scotland?
Scotland has a distinct grocery and convenience store scene. In home-produced items and other products we have our own preferences and we spend more...
Free-from – part of the everyday lunch?
FREE-from’s move to the mainstream continues with Tesco’s launch of a gluten-free sandwich range in May.
Made by specialist supplier Genius, the fillings are cheese...
Mossgiel Farm launches zero-waste Chocolate Milk
Scottish dairy farm Mossgiel Farm has launched a new all-natural chocolate milk variant with its Mossgiel Brown Cow Milk, using a unique waste-free method.
Bigger Bee oil
LUCY Bee Unrefined Extra Virgin Fairtrade Organic Raw Coconut Oil is now available in a 1L jar.
An alternative to processed oils, butter and margarine...
It’s a big year for Lees of Scotland
Confectionery firm marking major milestone
Spending big on gluten free
EDINBURGH-based oatcake and biscuit manufacturer Nairn’s Oatcakes has made a seven figure commitment to the free-from category in the shape of a new gluten-free...
KeyStore backs health trial
The Healthy Living Programme has joined forces with KeyStore for the launch of a new scheme aimed at encouraging children to make healthier choices.
