Archive of all analysis and features articles – Page 86
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Is biodegradable plastic the answer to food and drink’s packaging problem?
It sounds like the perfect solution to suppliers’ and the planet’s woes. So why aren’t we all using biodegradable plastics?
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How environmentally friendly is vegan milk?
Western shoppers are turning to new milks. But are the new players any better for the planet?
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10 food & drink Advent calendars launching for Christmas 2019
Take a peek behind the doors of these fmcg Advent calendars, featuring gins, vegan treats, pork scratchings and more
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OC&C: How the UK’s Top 150 Food & Drink Suppliers are faring in the fog of Brexit
We analyse OC&C’s Top 150 Index of Food and Drink Suppliers in a special report
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Italian pear harvest slump drives up prices
Severe weather has affected the harvest in northern Italy
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Is an ‘Owen’s Law’ needed to address allergens on menus?
Byron concedes current rules and requirements are ‘not enough’
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Waitrose New York Inspired Beef Steaks: acid test
Fresh beef is holding its own despite consumer trends towards vegetarian and vegan options
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10 charts explaining UK attitudes to hot beverages
What do consumers make of fruity blends and iced tea? Do they feel there’s enough choice in the aisles? And where do they stand on matters of ethics and sustainability?
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Five dairy markets to keep an eye on after Brexit
Dairy consumption is growing around the world, opening up new possibilities for British exports. So what’s the post-Brexit opportunity in some of the most exciting markets?
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Pea protein: The multi-million pound ingredient that’s driving the vegan boom
It’s versatile, vegan-friendly and could soon be worth nearly £150m globally. So what’s behind the rapid rise of the yellow split pea?
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Food price inflation jumps as Brexit puts pressure on the pound
Supermarket inflation hit its highest level for 14 months in August
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Can Johnson’s ‘all-Ireland food zone’ plan replace the backstop?
Boris Johnson’s suggestion may yet fly with Ireland and the EU. But how would it work?
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Are post-Brexit US dairy imports really something to fear?
Farmers fear a flood of cheap imports from the US post-Brexit. So how could this play out in dairy?
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Could dairy deal with a no-deal?
Industry leaders have repeatedly warned against the dangers of a no-deal Brexit. So what are they so worried about?
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Creative challenge: championing British cheese in a global export campaign
Eighty per cent of UK cheese exports go to the EU. We challenged creative agency Bray Leino to devise a campaign to boost sales in new global markets
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Your country needs you: is UK dairy ready to service the home front?
As Brexit threatens UK food security, is the dairy industry ready to ramp up domestic production?
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How regulators are trying to rein in e-commerce giants
The number of retailers governed by the Grocery Code Adjudicator rose to 13 last week
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Cultured: five global yoghurt styles you should know about
Kefir and skyr are now common in UK shopping baskets, but are there new cultures that other cultures could offer?
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Is Amazon a threat to the wholesale sector, or does it offer an opportunity?
Until recently, wholesale has been relatively unscathed by the online giant. But could the advent of Amazon Business change that?
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Pret a Manger, Eat, Caffè Nero and Costa unveil new autumn menus
From warming soups to vegan treats, here’s what’s on offer at Britain’s high street eateries this autumn