ShelfWatch Phase 3 results “disappointing”, says NFU Scotland
NFU Scotland has published the results for Phase 3 of its ShelfWatch initiative, finding a decline in Scottish-branded produce across almost all retailers.
Kantar reports pre-Christmas jump in premium lines
Take-home sales at the grocers increased by 2.5% over the four weeks to 1st December 2024 as shoppers get ready for Christmas, according to the latest data from Kantar.
New director appointed to lead Food Systems Institute
The University of Nottingham has appointed Dr Peter Noy as the new director of the Food Systems Institute.
Open Farm Sunday cultivates connections at the House of Lords
Leading figures from food and farming gathered at the House of Lords recently for a reception celebrating 18 successful years of Open Farm Sunday.
Scottish food businesses secure funding to accelerate healthier product innovation
A number of food and drink businesses in Scotland have been awarded funding from a new grant developed to support Scotland’s foodservice sector.
BRC finds grocery sales up as retail sales decline
The British Retail Consortium has looked at retail spending over the four weeks to 23rd November, finding grocery spending was up despite a fall in total retail sales.
