Green packs are changing colour

SCOTTISH food-to-go retailers are turning their backs on natural-looking packaging, according to supplier Planglow. Planglow says its sales of 100% biodegradable and compostable packaging have...
Simon Hannah, left, chief executive at JW Filshill stands inside the wholesaler's depot with Keith Geddes, right, chief financial and operating officer at Filshill.

Filshill pledges to ramp up sustainability in 150th year

Glasgow wholesaler JW Filshill has renewed its promise to prioritise sustainability moving forward after the firm picked up two awards for its achievements.
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Gluten free is going mainstream

Only 1% of gluten free shoppers do it for health

Promoting plant power

HEALTH is at the forefront of activity for Flora this year. The latest product from the brand is the dairy-free variety Flora Freedom. Its Powered by...
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.

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.

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...
The Vegetarian Butcher Little Willies and What the Cluck range

One billion plant target

FMCG giant Unilever has thrown its weight behind plant-based meat and dairy alternatives

Let them eat cake

Last year, 224 Coeliac UK members responded to a survey confirming that many people with a gluten intolerance felt they missed out on some...

Scottish brands 2017: a year of evolution

AS 2017 draws to a close, it’s time to take a look back at the food and non-alcoholic drink industry in Scotland over the past year
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Popping up on shelves

A healthier snacking option
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Loyal fans put brand on top

DESPITE what it calls a challenging year, Mrs Tilly ended 2017 being named Scotland’s number one confectionery brand in a recent Kantar report.
Smoked sausages are a core part of the Polish diet and Smithfield Foods has brought one of the most popular brands, Morliny, to the UK.

Euro growth

POLISH shoppers looking for a taste of home and British shoppers looking for new flavours helped grow the world foods category in the UK...
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Health concern makes cereals hot stuff

THE sales temperature continues to rise for breakfast cereal. And it looks as if healthy-eating consumers are helping hot cereals like porridge lead the...

Graham’s gears up for Scottish food fortnight

Carol Graham, marketing director at Graham’s, said she believes that the fortnight is a “fantastic” chance to celebrate the range of produce made across the country .
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From the family – Quality Meat Scotland campaign

TWO Perthshire farming families dedicated to producing top quality cattle – the McGowans of Incheoch Farms in Glenisla and the Flemings of Aberbothrie farms...