Something in the water
HEALTHY choice buying has played a big part in the water category rising by £148m in the past two years, says Barr Soft Drinks.
Land of the free
There are more free-from products available than ever before. But, to make the most of a booming market, what should c-stores stock? And how...
Vegan confectionery helps growth
Vegan can be sweet. That’s the view of sugar confectionery manufacturer Swizzels.
Don’t suffer in silence
THE ACS has been reminding retailers that they can seek mental health support from industry charity GroceryAid
New fish cakes take the Crown
SEAFOOD brand Ocean Crown has launched what it claims are the first gluten and wheat-free fish cakes.
The fish cakes are available in traditional fish...
Environmental cups for COP
GRAHAM’S, The Family Dairy has introduced new environmentally friendly packaging for its Skyr range.
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...
Best before dates scrapped to slash waste at Aldi
Aldi is set to remove best before dates across a selection of fresh fruit and veg lines by the end of the year, as part of it's commitment to reduce food waste.
Provenance key for dairy farmers
ROBERT Graham, managing director at Graham’s The Family Dairy, has highlighted the importance of Scottish Food and Drink Fortnight and how brands and consumers...
Grant’s will ‘gie her a haggis’
Tinned food brand Grant’s is on a mission to make sure no one misses out on their Burns Suppers this year.
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...
Local firms get a helping hand
New route to market for producers
Journey of the highlands and islands
ISLAND malt whisky brand Jura has announced a launch that it is calling the biggest in its history.
TV push for German biscuit brand
German biscuit brand Bahlsen Choco Leibniz will be appearing on TV screens over the next few weeks to promote its new packaging design
Guidance updated
THE latest edition of the SGF Healthy Living Programme – Guidance for Promoting Produce is available online at the Scottish Grocers Federation website.
The programme...
How to win at wine o’clock
NEW world wine giant Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) is going all out for summer sales in the £6-8 price range. It says that’s the...
