All The Grocer articles in 19 November 2005 – Page 2
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Renaissance for Brussels sprouts
Britain’s Brussels sprout growers claim orders for their crop from multiple retailers have trebled in size compared with previous years.Roger Welberry, Lincolnshire grower and president of the British Sprout Growers Association, said that...
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Burrows to retire from helm of Pernod Ricard
Richard Burrows, joint director general of drinks group Pernod Ricard, has decided to call it a day after a 35-year career in the drinks industry.Burrows, who has been joint director general of Pernod Ricard since July 2000, said that he will...
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On the Campaign Trail
Pringles on the king kong trail… Rock ‘n’ roll with kingsmill… Disaronno is the star of the show… Fat or fiction with McCain…Budget £2m Manufacturer Procter & GambleNew TV advertising for Pringles hit screens last Tuesday...
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‘We’ll stick to the C&C!’
Are independents going to supermarkets instead of C&Cs for their stock? Rod Addy reportsAs Christmas approaches, the major supermarkets are turning up the heat on independents with their usual round of blisteringly cheap product...
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Retailers are cashing in on demand for the real thing
All the major retailers are upping the ante, adding dishes to existing ranges and launching new linesAll the major retailers are upping the ante in their ethnic offerings. Somerfield and Kwik Save have just launched 160 branded...
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Cautious welcome for Rabbit
UK wine retailers are giving French Rabbit a cautious welcome, calling it a bold initiative that requires further consumer research. The metallic eight-sided Tetra Pak ‘e-pod’ is being launched into the UK off-trade in January 2006 in one-litre...
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Own label still dominates chilled
Own label retains the upper hand in chilled ethnic ready meals, despite a recent move by Patak’s into chilled snacks. But trusted brands still dominate in areas such as ambient cooking saucesTNS data estimates ethnic ready meals and...
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Sainsbury’s Christmas wine duo return
Sainsbury will be stocking its popular Christmas wine duo again, after two years of strong sales for the products.The Christmas Red and Christmas White wines, by wine producer and importer Boutinot, will be £6 a bottle.Both are Vin de Pays...
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Dairies clash over price claims
Dairy Crest boss Drummond Hall has blasted claims made by rival processor Robert Wiseman Dairies last week that it pays a “significant premium” for milk compared with other dairies.Hall told The Grocer that the matter of milk prices was complex...
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Tesco closing in on US entry
Tesco’s much-anticipated entry into Wal-Mart’s backyard is imminent and will be through a joint venture with US chain Meijer, according to sources. Tesco is tipped to take a 49% stake in the mid-west company for £2.5bn. It is thought it will...
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Consumer Feedback
Consumers have high expectationsEthnic foods that are enjoyed out of home set the benchmarks that many consumers aspire to achieve, with prepared ready meals and cooking sauces the usual route to home preparation. It is often...
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Consumer Insight
Preparation methods for beef mincenIn the past year there were 656 million beef mince consumption occasions, up 1% on the year beforen83% of beef mince is consumed on weekdays compared with 71% of all food consumptionn Younger men aged...
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Scots to cut licensing hours
As MPs voted through 24-hour licensing for England and Wales this week, Scottish retailers were dealt a blow by MSPs as they voted to curtail off-licence trading hours. The Licensing Act (Scotland) is not due to come into force until August...
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First dairy product from Jersey makes its UK debut in Harrods
Dairy products made in Jersey are becoming available on the UK mainland for what is said to be the first time.Jersey Dairy has gained a listing for its yoghurt in Harrods, which is stocking Jersey’s Finest, a blend of natural yoghurt and...
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Days full of meaning
Smart employers are finding ways to help employees find meaning in and through their work. The good news is that this enabling function can take several different forms, says Steve CrabbAs editor of a business magazine, I’m often...
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Spindler to ensure that George is dressed to kill
Angela Spindler, Asda’s category and strategy director, has been named executive managing director of the retailer’s clothing brand George.In her new role, Spindler will take full responsibility for both George and George Global, replacing Andy...
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It’s a miracle! Scowcroft ensures Willow’s future
‘Miracle’ water brand Lakeland Willow has been saved after intervention by an heir of the Swinton Insurance fortune.Businessman Brian Scowcroft has signed a deal for the company after hearing it had called in administrators following ongoing...
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The Saturday Essay
>>Can retailers help to improve nutrition? David Piachaud, Professor of Social Policy, LSEHealthy eating is now a national issue. With 15% of children not just overweight but clinically obese, concern about child nutrition is...
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Live export lure for farmers
A resumption of live exports of British cattle next year could cause supply problems for retailers and processors.Livestock industry leaders have said that France has expressed an interest in importing ‘nearly finished’ beef cattle from the UK...
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Heinz soups up indulgence factor for fat fighters
Heinz is ensuring dieters don’t miss out on indulgent soups with the launch of a low-calorie premium product in pouches.The WeightWatchers from Heinz range comes in four flavours similar to those found in the fresh aisles – tomato & basil,...
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