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Fees for DRS producers reduced

Circularity Scotland has confirmed that the forecast producer fees for Scotland’s deposit return scheme have been reduced.

Adapting to expectations

SUSTAINABILITY isn’t just good for the planet, it’s also good for a retailer’s bottom line, according to Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I.
Growers Garden chief executive Pete Higgins

Veg crisps taking root in convenience

Meet the maker: Growers Garden boss Pete Higgins

Adding value to luxury

FAMILY firm Mackie’s says it has created a niche market of affordable luxury through a combination of quality and pricing. Marketing director Karin Hayhow said:...

Quornfidence in new range

Quorn launches 12 new products
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Celebrating sustainable success

Drinks brands and hospitality businesses were recognised for their sustainability-focused activities at the Footprint Drinks Sustainability Awards last month.
Kantar Worldpanel business unit director Mark Thomson

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...

Meet the maker: Jimmy’s Iced Coffee

Jim Cregan, founder of Jimmy's Iced Coffee, sat down with Scottish Grocer to talk about the history of his brand and ambitions for the future.
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FareShare funding call

FARESHARE has launched a new campaign calling for the UK Government to revive a funding scheme or see millions of meals go to waste.

Snacks set to cut calories and more

DEMAND for healthier snacking products is likely to continue to grow over the next few years, and is a key area of focus for...

Tayto’s valued choice

Crisps giant Tayto has kept its PMP range of Golden Wonder sharing packs set at £1 in the face of rising inflation to help support convenience retailers.
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Quality that’s close to home

SF&D fortnight has a local focus for 2020
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
SWA chief executive Colin Smith wants the Scottish Government to provide support for members to achieve their net-zero emissions targets.

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.
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Snack brand is making waves

Salt and vinegar variant lands on shelf
Feta the Better and Urban Eat sandwiches

New year, more vegans

PACKED sandwich maker Adelie Foods has doubled the size of its vegan range