It’s a big year for Lees of Scotland

A lot has changed since John Justice Lees, the son of a grocer, set up his confectionery business in Coatbridge in 1931

All bar none

TREK, the wholefood energy bar and flapjack range from Natural Balance Foods, is being marketed to health-conscious men as part of a campaign running...
Changing eating habits have led to the introduction of a wide range of haggis products including vegetarian and ready meal options.

Stock up for supper time

RETAILERS should look beyond the home to community groups who hold Burns Suppers
florette-crispy-salads

Pack seals the freshness in

FLORETTE has been keeping things fresh with the roll out of a new resealable pack
Head shot of Louisa Coursey, programme manager of Scotland Food & Drink's Net Zero Commitment team.

Scotland Food & Drink strengthens Net Zero team

Industry firm Scotland Food & Drink has strengthened its commitment to hit net zero by 2045 with the appointment of a new programme manager for the initiative.

Tomra aims to make the most of extra time

Reverse vending machine firm Tomra aims to make the most of the extension to the DRS deadline by encouraging retailers to prepare well in advance.
Bells rings up increased sales

Bells rings up increased sales

MEAT products and bakery are two of the categories in the Scottish market where consumers often choose Scottish brands. In meat-filled pies Bells Food Group’s...
Ewan Anderson

Brand Scotland is a powerful force

CIM Scotland vice chair Ewan Anderson discusses the sales-driving effect that provenance has on Scottish consumers
Larabar

American vegan bar thrives in UK

General Mills has been keeping vegans sweet with its cruelty-free confectionery brand Lärabar.

Au natural for Spar

SPAR has launched a new range of organic products
Allinson recently added a high-fibre loaf to its range. Hamlyns of Scotland says porridge is becoming more popular in summer.

Oats more than a winter warmer

PORRIDGE is no longer simply a hearty, healthy winter breakfast - consumers who want to live a healthier lifestyle are choosing porridge oats for...
Cans of Hive Mind Honeyade, The Scottish Bee Company Chocolate Spread with Honey jar and bars of GNAW Chocolate with Honeycomb and Caramel are all grouped together to mark World Bee Day.

Trio of bee-corp brands unite for World Bee Day

B-Corp firms Hive Mind Mead, The Scottish Bee Company and GNAW Chocolate have teamed up to support World Bee Day this year.
Natural hunt for the Big 5

Natural hunt for the Big 5 – Walkers Shortbread

WALKERS Shortbread is working with Visit Scotland to support its Year of Natural campaign - its biggest ever nature-focused tourism drive. A Walkers Shortbread dedicated...
Haggis Bites from McKechnie Jess, which also produces Haggis Lasagne, Haggis Pakora and Spicy Haggis Dippers

Shock of the new – Haggis for all seasons

Stags and spice give haggis producers food for thought HAGGIS is closely linked to the annual Burns Night shindigs, but manufacturers are looking to promote...
Nudie Snacks uses 'wonky vegetables' in the process of making its snacks range.

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.
Paloma Faith Boe Gin

Having Faith in local gin

Singer Paloma Faith has teamed up with Boë Gin for the Stirling-based brand’s latest marketing campaign.