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Food and drink industry urged to quit virgin material use and embrace circularity
20 January 2023 SustainableNew research has revealed that the industry is too reliant on virgin materials and needs to shift to reuse -
How to promote sales on Burns Night with Rory Mellis, I.J. Mellis
17 January 2023 NewsNot sure how to do Burns Night right at your independent store? Rory Mellis, director of I.J. Mellis, shares his top tips -
Don’t miss out on your free samples via Taste Direct 2023
16 January 2023 NewsThere are just two weeks left to sign up for Taste Direct, your annual opportunity to try top-quality speciality food and drink for free -
Environment secretary announces single-use plastic ban across the UK
16 January 2023 SustainableThe new environment secretary, Therese Coffey, has revealed plans to phase out plastic plates, cutlery and bowls -
Scotland’s Speciality Food Show sees flurry of last-minute exhibitors
12 January 2023 NewsOn 22nd January, Scotland’s Speciality Food Show will open its doors at the SEC, Glasgow – and the exhibitor list has some exciting new additions to share -
Carron Lodge acquires artisan cheese brand Singleton’s to save it from administration
12 January 2023 NewsCarron Lodge have successfully acquired the Singletons premises in Longridge, as well as the majority of its brands including the popular Grandma Singleton’s brand -
Government changes to ELMs could be “too little too late” for farmers
12 January 2023 SustainableChanges have been announced to the Environmental Land Management schemes (ELMs), but farmers feel it isn’t enough to help the struggling industry -
Shoppers return to bricks and mortar during festive period
10 January 2023 NewsHigh street footfall showed signs of recovery over the festive period. How can indies use this boost for a successful 2023? -
Taste Direct 2023: How to claim your free samples now
06 January 2023 NewsDiscover fresh stocking ideas with Speciality Food’s free sampling service, which is back with 10 brilliant new products for retail buyers to try -
Farm Shop & Deli Show launches their 2023 Retailer Awards
15 December 2022 NewsFarm Shop & Deli Show (taking place 24th -26th April 2023 at NEC, Birmingham) has re-launched its Retailer Awards, run in partnership with The Grocer -
Five ways to make the most of the party season opportunity
15 December 2022 ChristmasParties are the epitome of the festive season and the New Year, and offer plenty of opportunity to make extra sales
Environmental groups argue the reforms to ELMs don’t go far enough to protect nature
