All analysis & features articles – Page 26
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Analysis & FeaturesWill 2024 bring an end to key commodity turbulence?
Buyers will be hoping for the ‘semblance of normality’ experts predict – but El Niño and other costs mean it won’t be simple
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat’s the outlook for fruit & veg supplies next year?
The havoc wreaked on supplies by volatile weather is not abating
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Analysis & FeaturesHow Yolk Farm cracked the farm shop formula
Eggs, fitness classes and four legged friends have helped this award-winning farm shop attract a young family audience
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Analysis & FeaturesChristmas dinner wars: this year’s deals unpacked
Retailers have been battling for the Christmas dinner table by putting their best deals forward for the festive feast, ranging from £14 to £220
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Analysis & FeaturesInside Brityard’s mini market on Regent Street
Having started as a digital department store, Brityard has made its physical debut – and wants to become the authority on independent British brands
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Analysis & FeaturesMake shopping great again: how can supermarkets bring back the in-store magic?
As supermarkets have slashed costs, they’ve removed much of the in-store theatre. Can they bring the magic back?
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat do supermarket beer buyers want to see from brewers?
Finding space on supermarket shelves for new beer brands is tricky, yet there are key needs brewers can fill to make their products stand out for supermarket beer buyers
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Analysis & FeaturesHow Wagamama is helping prisoners prep for hospitality careers
Wagamama is taking part in a programme that offers inmates the chance to learn skills in a professional kitchen and find work upon release. We went to prison to find out more
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Analysis & FeaturesAre healthier sales targets too easy?
Food manufacturers are setting healthier sales targets, but critics accuse them of unambitious goals and sleight of hand
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Analysis & FeaturesIs Supreme Court ruling on delivery riders really a ‘conclusion’?
Riders are not in an ‘employment relationship’, the court has ruled
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat the CMA profiteering report means for suppliers
Despite catching a few ‘bad guys’, the CMA’s report clears food manufacturers of the profiteering accusations levelled at them
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Analysis & FeaturesInside DP World's state-of-the-art sustainable logistics hub
DP World’s state-of-the-art logistics park, London Gateway, wants to become the logistics epicentre of the UK food industry
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Analysis & FeaturesFood retailers’ 12 trends of Christmas
The cost of living crisis may be ongoing, but retailers are tempting shoppers with high-end fare – from savoury profiteroles to posh brunches
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Analysis & FeaturesHow small brands can navigate supermarket trade investment ‘asks’
Startups and challenger brands facing ‘exorbitant’ media and promotions charges from supermarket buyers
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Analysis & FeaturesWill daring to be different pay off for advertisers this Christmas?
As the Christmas ad tradition took off, supermarkets’ efforts became homogenised. This year, they’re taking risks on quirky creatives
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat is holding up progress on selling fruit & veg loose?
With targets now likely to be missed, Wrap is set to call for a ban
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat does the future hold for craft beer’s ‘second wave’?
Five of craft beer’s stalwalts celebrate their 10th anniversary this year. What lies ahead for them?
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Analysis & FeaturesUK food security: all the challenges facing the supply chain
From supply chain disruptions to extreme weather and war, what are the biggest factors affecting UK food security now?
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Analysis & FeaturesIs childhood obesity at a tipping point?
Recent figures show a drop in child obesity rates, but strong policymaking will likely be required to ensure there is longevity behind the trend
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Analysis & FeaturesWho won the Christmas ads in 2023? Our judges give their verdict on all the ads that matter
This year’s batch of festive ads has been rolling out the celebs aplenty. But which is the best?