All The Grocer articles in 25 May 2024 – Page 5
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Analysis & Features
Eight great British food tech startups and scaleups about to change the world
The UK is home to a raft of innovative startups vying to create the next global game-changer in food technology
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News
Off-trade bolsters Adnams topline but losses widen on rising costs
The brewer recorded topline growth for the third consecutive year
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News
Food and drink M&A activity hits eight-year high
M&A activity in food and drink has picked up in 2024 as market conditions continued to ease, with deal numbers hitting their highest levels since 2016, according to a new report released this morning
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News
Media Bites 22 May: Kantar, Nestlé, THG
This morning’s papers focus on UK grocery inflation falling to near its historical average as they pick up on the latest data from Kantar
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News
Cano Water shifts to UK production to slash carbon footprint
The brand said the move would cut its carbon footprint by half
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News
City snapshot: New beginnings for M&S as profits soar
Marks & Spencer has declared the start of a new era as its turnaround plan delivered bumper profits and sales growth. Plus, UK inflation falls to “normal” levels and losses widen at brewer Adnams
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News
Pukka names Isaac Fisher CEO under continued family ownership
Fisher has the ‘full support’ of the founders’ sons, Tim and Andrew Storer
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Comment & Opinion
What the NFU wants to see beyond the Farm to Fork Summit
A public show of support isn’t enough – we need actions and policies, says NFU president Tom Bradshaw
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News
Mission readies £1.3m crowd raise to fuel growth
Natural energy drinks brand Mission is prepping a £1.3m crowdfunding campaign to fuel its growth over the next two years
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News
Thai Union accused of greenwashing and failing to deliver promises
An investigation by charity Shark Guardian has exposed a ‘chasm’ between the fish company’s promises and its actions
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Analysis & Features
What a Pickle: from kids’ jam to Asda and farm shop stalwart
What a Pickle founder Camilla Lywood explains how an acquisition is transforming the chutney and sauce supplier
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Comment & Opinion
Cookie-cutter loyalty programmes won’t cut it anymore
Creating compelling reasons for shoppers to come back again and again is essential, says Maria Giacobbe, SVP of business development at Epsilon UK
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News
Bio Dima to reduce food waste with help from six-figure loan scheme
Established in 2015, the Hertfordshire-based company works with farms across Europe, importing fresh seasonal organic produce
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Comment & Opinion
Why Tesco, TikTok and salad is a significant combo
Stupid dances, silly challenges and now Tesco salad bays. Just a few of the many ways TikTok has changed how consumers consume and now, apparently, how businesses do business
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News
Bidfood lists seven new suppliers through Open Doors scheme
Thanks to the Open Doors programme, emerging brands get a platform to showcase their products in wholesale
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News
Wholesale workers’ inclusion under Criminal Justice Bill marks ‘win’ for sector
The Federation of Wholesale Distributors is seeking confirmation that lorry drivers are in the scope as well
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News
Cypressa Halloumi secures new Tesco listing
The Mediterranean Foods brand has expanded its Tesco range in time for barbecue season
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News
Shicken unveils first allergen-free plant-based meat recipe
The brand’s plant-based chicken has changed from a soy and wheat-based recipe to pea protein solely sourced from peas farmed in East Anglia
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News
Red Tractor chair Tacon to stand down after Co-op board appointment
Tacon said juggling both roles could exacerbate a lack of trust in Red Tractor following controversy over its Greener Farms Commitment scheme
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Category Report
Confectionery trends 2024: The sourer the better
What’s behind the latest sour craze in sugar confectionery – and can it buoy a category struggling due to HFSS and cost pressures?