All The Grocer articles in 15 February 2025
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Comment & OpinionTrendy categories are fragile. Here’s a Prime example
Mistaking fleeting conformity for long-term commitment is a gamble that can leave once-thriving categories struggling to survive, says Chris Blythe, director of The Brand Nursery
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WhitepapersHow Co-op is raising the bar in energy efficiency
With rising energy costs, tighter regulations, and tougher sustainability targets, learn how Co-op improved refrigeration efficiency through high-efficiency CO₂ systems and heat recovery solutions with Epta UK’s expertise.
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Analysis & FeaturesCharlie & Ivy’s: the British farm brand inspired by a Mediterranean lifestyle
Dips and dressings brand Charlie & Ivy’s was last year recognised with two gold awards in the Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards
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Comment & OpinionFive years on, we need to stop scapegoating Brexit
Brexit has since been superseded by other events, says Patrick Finlay, MD of The Category Management Company
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News‘Question over future of Aldi price match schemes’ as Sainsbury’s joins Tesco in scaling back
Sainsbury’s has removed 115 products from its Aldi Price Match scheme since November, according to analysis for The Grocer
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NewsMurphy’s to get off-trade relaunch in response to growing stout sales
The stout category had ‘performed incredibly well’ in the past year, Heineken UK said
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NewsGrind bets on matcha trend with new DTC collection
Matcha tea sales grew 106% last year in Grind’s cafés
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NewsProbiotic supplements brand Smart Strains launched by Bio & Me founder
The lineup comprises For Your Immune System, For When You’re On Antibiotics, For Fussy Babies and For Your Vaginal Microbiome
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NewsLidl becomes ‘first supermarket to sell on TikTok Shop’
The discounter is to sell bundles of high-protein products for gym fans on TikTok Shop, while stocks last
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NewsFoie gras import ban may be at risk, animal campaigners warn
Charities have warned there could be negative impacts for animals under the Labour Party’s promised veterinary agreement with the EU
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Comment & OpinionWhy Wales’ DRS has become a political hot potato
The Welsh government’s refusal to play ball with the UK over a planned October 2027 DRS rollout is wreaking havoc with Defra’s scheme
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NewsPoundstretcher to give away thousands of £10 vouchers this weekend
On Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 February, the variety discounter will give shoppers the chance to win one £10 voucher every hour in each of its 305 stores
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NewsM&S strengthens global leadership team with three senior appointments
It comes amid a ‘reset’ of M&S’s international business
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NewsHalf of UK farmers have considered leaving the sector due to financial pressures
McCain Foods has launched an ongoing package of support for its 250-strong network of farmers, equating to an additional £30m of investment
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Comment & OpinionCan libido-boosting food & drink appeal to Brits?
With the right branding and transparent approach to information, aphrodisiac drinks can resonate among stressed-out consumers, says Alex Beckett, Mintel senior director of food & drink research
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Grocer 33Strong service on shop floor sees Tesco Neath take win
The branch picked up 73 points, marking three wins in five weeks for Tesco
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Grocer 33Asda gains early payback for new rollback campaign in price comparison survey
Asda reintroduced the rollback at the end of January, with 4,000 products lowered in price
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Grocer 33Tesco Neath: Grocer 33 store of the week
‘We’ve got some exciting new prices and price matches coming up to mark Clubcard’s 30th anniversary’
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NewsLipton Teas & Infusions appoints new UK general manager as Liam McNamara departs
Jonny Briscoe joins the PG Tips and Pukka Herbs brand owner from Perfetti Van Melle
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NewsKerrygold launches category-first sweet spreadable butter range
In a UK category first, the Kerrygold Sweet Spreadable Butter range has been created to help consumers ‘elevate their breakfasts with new flavours’