“Take notice” of demand for healthier soft drinks

VIMTO has urged retailers to act on what it sees as growing demand for healthier soft drinks this summer. Ed Jones, senior customer marketing manager...
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Ask the expert – RVM Systems

RVM Systems Managing Director Claudia Marshall on DRS preparations and the benefits of reverse vending machines for retailers.
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Paisley wholesaler is most ethical

Paisley-based fair trade wholesaler Just Trading Scotland & their farmer suppliers in northern Malawi have had cause to celebrate, after being crowned ‘most ethical rice’ by Ethical Consumer magazine.
Jura

Journey of the highlands and islands

ISLAND malt whisky brand Jura has announced a launch that it is calling the biggest in its history.
Kintyre Gin

Growth for Kintyre distillery

ALTHOUGH events of the past year have been challenging for Beinn an Tuirc Distillers, its push for growth and expansion has not faltered.
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Tech solutions tackling waste

Snappy Shopper has teamed up with reduced price goods app Gander in a bid to reduce food waste.
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Fairer trade? Firm mad on Madagascar

MADECASSE, the Madagascan ‘fair for life’ chocolate brand, is pushing its four flavoured bars to independent stores. Arabica Coffee, Cinnamon and Sakay, Sea Salt and...
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Family first for whisky company

A RAFT of measures to create a more diverse and inclusive workplace have been adopted by The Glenmorangie Company.

Twin-track appeal sees sales grow

THERE are two key consumers for Polish meats, according to speciality supplier Smithfield Foods: Polish-born shoppers who want to buy familiar brands and products,...
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WooHa overhaul

Scottish craft brewery WooHa has rolled out a full range revamp as part of a £1.5 million investment plan for the brand

Something for the weekend

BIG NIGHTS IN don’t just feature quick snacks. Special nights in and dinner parties have risen dramatically. Research carried out by YouGov found that...
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Positive steps with tea farms

FAIRTRADE Fortnight saw Clipper Teas and the Fairtrade Foundation team up to celebrate the benefits of sustainable tea farming.

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...

Stock Scottish to secure sales

SF&D chief exec James Withers urges c-stores to get behind local .
Serve-over, till-point display cabinets featuring goods from local bakery specialists are now frequently seen in Scottish Spar shops. The symbol group is expanding its programme of partnerships with local bakers, butchers and produce providers.

Symbol of partnership

Fascia pioneer Spar to use fortnight event to highlight its work with regional food and drink suppliers. SCOTTISH Food and Drink Fortnight (SFDF) will be...

Free-from expo boss says future is bright

Some of the biggest names in the free-from business will gather in Barcelona this month for the Free From/Functional Food Expo 2017, but ahead...