Raising a cup to conservation
THERE seems little doubt that the introduction of the 5p carrier bag charge has made a big change in consumer habits, with figures last...
Monster reduction in sugar
A new version of Honey Monster Puffs being launched this month has 25% less sugar.
Andy Valentine, marketing director at brand owner Halo Foods, said:...
Take on waste with new tech
Gander looking to offer shoppers bargains while reducing food waste for retailers
Boë secures Asda listing
STIRLING based gin brand Boë has secures a major listing with Asda.
The deal will see two of Boë Gin’s RTD cans available across the...
Health comes packed in Yakult Plus
Yakult celebrates the new launch of its Plus variant with a sustainable push across the range and increasing the size of its packs from seven to eight bottles.
Make the most of vegan deals
Creating a display and highlighting value ranges are the two main tips from Swizzels for retailers who want to make the most of Veganuary.
Environmental cups for COP
GRAHAM’S, The Family Dairy has introduced new environmentally friendly packaging for its Skyr range.
Less plastic, still fantastic
Lanark-based Border Biscuits has removed 90% of the plastic from its packaging in a bid to improve its environmental credentials.
A major listing for Nudie
AYRSHIRE-based Nudie Snacks has secured a listing with Holland & Barrett for its Cauliflower Crisps range.
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...
Out is in for 2019
Research found that sustainable packaging, gut-friendly foods and sugar-free will feature prominently in 2019
The world of health
WE’RE often told that health considerations are increasingly important to food and drink shoppers. According to figures from the global retail research firm HIM...
Growing better snacking habits
When consumer tastes change, producers are quick to create new products that satisfy demand.
Experimental dram is a hit
THE firm behind Glenfiddich has tasted early success for its recently launched The Experimental Series of whiskies, securing listings throughout the UK, it says.
Launched...
Now one rice doesn’t fit all
SCOTS, and others in the UK, appear to be eating from a much wider range of international food and looking to retailers to provide...
Sugar cut as drinks go low
New juice-based lines aim at the health-conscious
SOFT drinks and even fruit juices have come under pressure from activists expressing concern on sugar consumption recently.
But...
