New flavours go on screen
INNOVATIVE flavours are the lifeblood of the snacks market according to popcorn brand Butterkist, which plans to spend £3m to put its new range...
Monster reduction in sugar
A new version of Honey Monster Puffs being launched this month has 25% less sugar.
Andy Valentine, marketing director at brand owner Halo Foods, said:...
Potatoes on the line
SCOTTISH potato production has been given a major investment boost. One of the UK’s largest potato suppliers, Branston, unveiled its latest integrated grading, washing...
More info please – Animal welfare concern
ANIMAL welfare is a growing consumer issue, with a new study showing that eight out of 10 UK shoppers want labels which clearly show...
Brewing up a positive future
A new brewing apprenticeship is set to encourage young people in Scotland to join the industry.
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:...
Fighting poverty by cutting waste
FOOD waste and poverty focused charity FareShare has stepped up its redistribution activities, after securing a new grant from the Scottish Government.
“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...
Eco-activity is racing ahead
Suntory drives change across brands
Spuds shed plastic
Packaging changes at Scotty Brand have resulted in a reduction of almost 27 tonnes of plastic in the last year
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.
McIntosh adds mac
THE Italian influenced Scottish favourite of macaroni has been a big hit for Scottish food and ready meals producer, and McIntosh brand owner, Strathmore...
Celebrating sustainable success
Drinks brands and hospitality businesses were recognised for their sustainability-focused activities at the Footprint Drinks Sustainability Awards last month.
Second distillery opens on Arran
Almost 25 years since it was founded, the Isle of Arran Distillery has opened its second distillery on the island.
Luxurious partnership
Whisky brand The Macallan has struck a partnership with luxury car manufacturer Bentley to promote sustainability.
Breakthrough oats
QUAKER Oats has added two gluten-free variants to its range.
The introduction of a gluten-free range coincides with a packaging redesign for the entire...
