Scotmid has confirmed the signing of a new Scottish supplier, which will see two more locally sourced products sold on a permanent basis across 125 of its stores, with immediate effect.
The leading Scottish convenience retailer has secured Ayrshire-based business, We hae meat, as a new purveyor, which will bring its battered pork sausage and battered black pudding into stores all year round. The move means that more customers than ever before will be able to enjoy a ‘chippy tea’ round the table, whenever they want.
The listing comes after the family run business was named a ‘Scotmid Scottish Favourites’ winner in September 2022 – a competition run in partnership with Scotland Food and Drink launched during Scottish Food and Drink Fortnight. The accolade saw the two winning products sold in stores on a three week promotional listing, which proved to be a tasty triumph with customers.
Founded in 2007, We hae meat is run by Carlyn Paton and her husband Alex, on the family farm in Ayrshire. With a commitment to developing products that are made from traditional recipes, while minimising their impact on the environment, the business implemented a comprehensive carbon management plan aimed at reducing on-site emissions in 2016.
Since then, prioritising sustainability and showcasing dedication to operating in an environmentally responsible manner has been We hae meat’s focus. A notable achievement in its sustainability efforts is the on-site renewables plant, which plays a pivotal role in reducing its carbon footprint.
This plant generates 100% of We hae meat’s hot water requirements and 80% of its electricity demands. By harnessing renewable energy sources, the company not only contributes to a greener future but also showcases their innovation and forward-thinking approach, ultimately providing stores and customers with convenient, tasty and sustainable products.
Jessica van Tromp, Local Sourcing Manager at Scotmid said: “Our customers love these products! We hae meat’s commitment to excellence has paid off and we are delighted to be able to add another successful Scottish supplier to our listing.
“At Scotmid, we look to consistently introduce new products into stores and to champion local Scottish producers who are developing, growing and producing excellent quality food and drink right on our doorstep. We hae meat is another great example of a Scottish business doing just that and we look forward to working with them on a long term basis.”
On securing the permanent listing, Carlyn Paton said: “Knowing our products are available in over 100 Scotmid stores is a huge achievement for us. We are so proud that our family-run business can provide tasty products to more customers than we’ve ever reached before across the country.”
We hae meat recommends that their chippy-style products are eaten with oven chips and peas – but the question stands on if they should be mushy or not!
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