All The Grocer articles in 17 August 2024
Previous issues.
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Profiles
My organic food job: Alicia Madeley, marketing executive, Pip Organic
For Organic September, Alicia shares her hands-on approach to brand development and consumer engagement in the organic sector
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News
Dunns Food & Drinks eyes £50m turnover target for anniversary year
The company has rebranded and expanded ahead of celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2025
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Profiles
Mars’ Victoria Rae on D&I, Taylor Swift and company culture
From graduate scheme to emerging channel director, Victoria is still driving growth and innovation at Mars after 15 years
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News
Premier Foods Wholesale fixes winter pricing on selected items
The offer will apply to all Spanish-grown fresh items
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Comment & Opinion
A standardised carbon labelling system is crucial for our future
By providing carbon footprint data on food labels, consumers can identify products that have a lower environmental impact, says Jamie Keeble, co-founder of Heck
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Comment & Opinion
Race riots could expedite reform of workplace harassment laws
Labour has big plans for employment rights and the recent riots will expedite the process, says Peter Forshaw, partner and personal injury lawyer at Weightmans
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News
Ordo partners with Squishmallows for electric toothbrush range
The lineup comprises three rechargeable brushes, three battery-powered brushes and an Ordo Sonic Lite brush
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Guide To
The Grocer Guide To Christmas
Recognising that consumers’ finances are still constrained this year, suppliers are gearing up to this year’s festive season with a focus on affordable indulgence, gifting and sharing,
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News
City snapshot: Savings outpace spending as disposable incomes rise - Asda
Disposable incomes for the average UK household has returned to highs not seen since prior to the cost-of-living crisis, according to Asda’s latest income tracker
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News
Media Bites 19 August: Morrisons, Asda, Tesco, UPFs
The turmoil engulfing Britain’s private equity-owned supermarkets is intensifying as Morrisons grapples with an exodus of senior management and Asda scales back long-term investments to try and fix growing problems on the shop floor
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News
City News: Carlsberg hikes profit expectations after ‘exciting year’
Carlsberg has hiked its profit expectations after “an exciting year” of volume growth, despite sales being held back by bad weather in Europe
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News
Pots & Co cuts losses as it outsources manufacturing
High-end desserts specialist Pots & Co cut its losses in a ‘milestone’ year that saw it prioritise profitability over sales growth and move towards break-even
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Comment & Opinion
Will Mars-Kellanova deal signal a UPF black hole?
Will this Kellanova be a giant explosion, releasing a massive amount of energy, in the form of sugar, fat and salt?
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News
Cirio adds ready-to-use sauces based on regional Italian cuisines
The sauces were ’full of character and ideal to season pasta dishes with a typical Italian flair’
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Comment & Opinion
The financial tide is finally turning for food & drink businesses
The ongoing rebound in financial health has made F&B companies more appealing targets for investment, says Shaun Browne, MD and co-head of corporate finance, Europe, at Houlihan Lokey
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Comment & Opinion
Pom-Bear’s lack of sass makes it a snacking standout
‘Bellybutton!’ So gasps a child as she holds her Pom-Bear crisp aloft
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News
CMA highlights ‘significant concerns’ in infant formula market study update
In light of the concerns, the CMA will continue its market study, ahead of formal recommendations in October
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Comment & Opinion
What can fmcg brands learn from a summer of sport?
The sheer scale of sporting events makes them a unique opportunity to reach significant audiences, says Tom Gent, co-founder & head of creative, Founder Creative
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Comment & Opinion
Blue Ribbon Baking Championship: US-style Bake Off is comforting and competitive
The show recalls “the great American state fair” in place of Bake Off’s village fete vibe
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News
Co-op opens third store with franchise partner Universal Retail Group
The 2,500 sq ft store – on Dumballs Road, Cardiff – follows Universal Retail Group’s previous Co-op store launches this year in Parc Derwen, Bridgend and Morriston, Swansea