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Scotsman
19-06-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
17.6 million Scottish raspberries heading to Asda shelves this summer with Stewarts of Tayside
880,000 punnets of Scottish raspberries to hit up to 200 Asda stores across the UK. Expansion at Stewarts of Tayside in partnership with Asda has helped create 50 full time jobs in Perth. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Leading Scottish grower Stewarts of Tayside will double the number of raspberries it supplies to Asda – with a staggering 17.6 million berries heading to the retailer's shelves this summer. The family-run business has worked with Asda for more than 30 years, providing everything from swede to strawberries and potatoes. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The recent boost to raspberries, which started with its first supply in 2024 delivering around 400,000 punnets for the retailer, comes as part of a significant growth plan between Stewarts of Tayside and Asda. Since then, the supply has doubled to the retailer with over 880,000 punnets expected to land in as many as 200 stores across the UK this summer. 17.6 million Scottish raspberries heading to Asda shelves. Pictured is Liam Stewart, Managing Director at Stewarts of Tayside with Adrian Okolski, General Store Manager at Asda Perth Liam Stewart, Managing Director at Stewarts of Tayside, said: 'We have a long-standing and very strong relationship with Asda, and as a family-run business it's one we value greatly. We're thrilled to have more than doubled our raspberry supply for 2025. 'We'll have around 880,000 of our punnets in Asda stores across the UK in 2025, with more than 10 million extra Stewarts of Tayside raspberries going to the retailer than last year. 'With our unique location along the banks of the River Tay, all our berries enjoy a wealth of Perthshire sunshine as they ripen. That, along with the clean, fresh water that flows from the hills nearby, means they are perfectly nurtured and hydrated as they grow. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'We know Asda customers are among the most discerning across the market, and we're proud that our produce meets their high standards of taste and quality.' 17.6 million Scottish raspberries heading to Asda shelves with Stewarts of Tayside. Pictured is Liam Stewart, MD at Stewarts of Tayside Other areas of development in Asda's partnership with Stewarts of Tayside is an increase in the team's supply of potatoes which has started over the past two years, as well as growth in its logistical support service. 'Our raspberry and potato supply to Asda in the past two years has generated a significant turnover,' says Liam Stewart. 'We have also expanded our transport network, delivering a range of products to Asda stores across the UK, which is a great boost to the business. 'Collectively, our expansion in partnership with Asda has helped create around 50 full time jobs here in Perth, with additional seasonal employment for up to another 100 people.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Adrian Okolski, General Store Manager at Asda Perth, added: 'We're incredibly lucky to have amazing local suppliers like Stewarts of Tayside right on our doorstep – and we're thrilled that this particular relationship means that Asda customers can look forward to having delicious Scottish raspberries on our shelves this summer. 17.6 million Scottish raspberries heading to Asda shelves with Stewarts of Tayside. Pictured is Liam Stewart, Managing Director at Stewarts of Tayside 'Working closely with local growers like Liam and his team, and building on these much-valued partnerships, is a huge boost in securing fresh, reliable and sustainable products for our customers into the future.'
Daily Mail
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Rod Stewart's son Liam and wife Nicole give an insight into baby daughter's christening - just weeks after family heartbreak
Sir Rod Stewart 's son Liam has marked a joyful family milestone just weeks after a devastating loss - as he and wife Nicole christened their baby daughter, Elsie Skylar. The poignant ceremony took place at St. Anthony Croatian Catholic Church in California, where the couple had also christened their eldest child, Louie, in 2023. Dressed casually in cream trousers and black T-shirt, Nicole, 30, was seen cradling two-month-old Elsie - who was dressed in a flowing white christening gown - while Liam, also 30, proudly held little Louie, now a lively toddler, in his arms. Sharing the occasion on Instagram, Nicole posted a series of heartwarming photos from inside the church, captioning them simply: 'God Bless you, Elsie Skylar.' The family was plunged into grief last month when Nicole's beloved sister, Christina Artukovich, died suddenly at the age of 38. Her cause of death is unknown. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Liam, a former ice hockey player whose mother is Rod's ex-wife, New Zealand supermodel Rachel Hunter, wrote online: 'You were one of my best friends, if not my best friend besides my wife. I love you and I miss you being around a hell of a lot already.' Rod's wife, former model Penny Lancaster, said the news was 'heartbreaking.' It is not known whether doting grandfather Rod, 80, or Penny were able to attend the christening this week. The rocker is currently on a two-week break from his Las Vegas residency - but he has spent plenty of time bonding with Elsie in recent months, with Penny sharing photos of them on social media. Elsie's name is a sweet tribute to two women who have shaped the family's story, both in life and in loss. She was named after Rod's beloved mother, Elsie, who passed away in 1996 and played a pivotal role in his upbringing. Her middle name, Skylar, honours Nicole's niece, who tragically died in June last year. Nicole's close-knit family were by her side during the ceremony. Her mother, Tina, brother Anthony, and Anthony's wife Lucy all gathered at the church to witness baby Elsie's blessing, creating a circle of love and support around the young family. In March Rod looked elated as he posed for a picture with his wife Penny and the Stewart family's newest member - baby Elsie. Taking to Instagram to share the sweet picture, Penny wrote: 'So proud to meet little Elsie, what an angel. 'Nicole, Liam and Louie have their baby girl joining them in their new home and how harmonious their are @itsnicolestewart @discostew94 @sirrodstewart.' Rod quickly reshared the picture and penned: 'Another Stewart joins the clan'. Liam and Nicole welcomed their first child, son Louie, in May 2023 and confirmed the news on Instagram at the time. Rod has eight children, with five different women. He has sons Alastair and Aidan with third wife Penny, and Liam, 28, and Renee, 30, with his second wife, model Rachel Hunter, 53. Kimberly, 43, and Sean, 42, are from his first marriage to actress Alana Stewart, 77, while daughter Ruby, 35, is from a former relationship with model Kelly Emberg, 63. Rod's firstborn child is Sarah Streeter, 59, who was raised by her adoptive parents Gerald and Evelyn Thubron.
