All The Grocer articles in 29 December 2018 – Page 7
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NewsClipper claims world first with non-GM plastic-free teabag
From this week, every pillow-style teabag produced in the brand’s Dorset factory will be made from a natural plant-based material
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NewsFmcg suppliers make new global commitment on plastics
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation today (29 October) launched its New Plastics Economy Global Commitment
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NewsGrowers bemoan poor weather as onion yields plunge
The British Onion Producers’ Association said yields were down 40% on last year due to bad growing conditions
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NewsMedia Bites 30 Oct: Budget 2018, Mondelez, Restaurant Group
“Giveaway” is the word of the day in the papers this morning as the media digests Chancellor Philip Hammond’s 2018 Budget.
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Comment & OpinionCould progress on food waste be decimated by Brexit border queues?
Lorries forced to wait at borders could lead to huge amounts of food waste, says Dr Janet Smart of Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
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NewsPercol unveils plastic-free, compostable coffee pouches
The packaging made from plant fibres and eucalyptus wood pulp is a European first, the brand claims
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Analysis & FeaturesOwn-label showcase: Amazon private-label brands
In recent months Amazon has ramped up its activity in grocery and the retailer now sells private-label products in bulk across several categories
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NewsMazzetti balsamic vinegar makes UK grocery debut
Etichetta Oro and Etichetta Bianca are rolling out to Sainsbury’s in a 250ml bottle, with rsps of £9.90 and £5.90 respectively
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NewsBBQ-fuelled demand for beef set to hit next year's supplies
UK beef production is expected to fall under 900,000 tonnes in 2019
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NewsPort Royal and Encona team up for Big-Up Jamaican patties
At 160g, the chilled patties are 14% heavier than Port Royal’s standard 140g range
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Feature SynopsisTop Products 2018: 15 December
The Grocer’s Top Products Report is a must-have reference tool for anyone in UK FMCG
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Comment & OpinionHow search can help retailers maximise alcohol sales
There are 1,388 alcohol-related searches a minute in the UK, says Google’s Harry Walker
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NewsLegal dispute over use of ‘Fit Kitchen’ trademark
Personalised meal delivery service Fit Kitchen has mounted a legal challenge against the maker of Fit Kitchen ready meals, Scratch Meals
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NewsHappy Egg Co and Adelie Foods team up for scrambled egg range
A range of pre-cooked scrambled egg pots is set to launch into Asda’s food-to-go fixture from 5 November
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NewsUnilever eyes UK launch of Indian beauty brand Lever Ayush
The supplier has registered the Lever Ayush name with the Intellectual Property Office
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NewsPret hires ex-FSA boss Tim Smith as food safety adviser
The sandwich chain has come under increasing pressure to review its food safety policies and procedures in the wake of several serious allergen incidents
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Comment & OpinionTim Smith must make Pret take full responsibility for its supply chain
After months of questionable handling of its rapidly emerging allergy crisis, Pret has finally taken a sensible step
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Comment & OpinionTangible in-store experiences give retailers a one-up against online
Providing customers with curated and engaging experiences in store is the way forward, says Tony Rhodes, commercial director at Mood Media
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NewsWaitrose eyes cocktail market with mezcal launch
Quiquiriqui Mezcal (45% abv) is a single estate mezcal made in southern Mexico
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NewsKellogg’s criticised for ‘misguided’ Pringles recycling scheme
The new initiative is ‘an improvement, but a strange one’ says Recycling Association chief