FSS teams up with Scottish businesses to tackle food crime
Food Standards Scotland (FSS) has announced 17 food and drink industry partners have pledged to support its Scottish Food Crime and Incidents Unit (SFCIU) in an effort to raise awareness of food crime. Collaborating organisations include Seafood Scotland, Scotland...
Aldi announces market-leading pay rates for store colleagues
Aldi has increased its hourly rates for store colleagues to maintain its position as the highest-paying supermarket in the UK. Giles Hurley, chief executive officer for Aldi UK, said: “The dedication and commitment our store colleagues deliver every day when serving...
Organuary could be more sustainable than Veganuary, says GlobalData
A survey by GlobalData has found that 25%* of global consumers would consider eating ‘vegan meat’ for environmental reasons. GlobalData says whilst this may indicate that a growing number of people believe plant-based lifestyles to be better for the planet, it sets a...
Vegetarian haggis launches in US for Burns Night
Macsween of Edinburgh has launched its vegetarian haggis for the US market in time for Burns Night. The manufacturer has sent 360 cases of "Scottish Veggie Crumble" to the US this month, making this the company’s first export to America in nearly 50 years. Despite...
Global soy protein market expected to increase
The global soy protein market is expected to see year on year growth this decade, according to a new report. The report, published by Transparency Market Research, anticipates year on year growth of 5% during the forecast period of 2019 to 2029. Soy protein...
