Comment & opinion – Page 134
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Comment and OpinionA national food plan is the only way to ensure the UK feeds the vulnerable
Without a national plan, the grocery trade could be expected to feed people for free for many months to come, says Sustain CEO Kath Dalmeny
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Comment and OpinionHow online searches for grocery have changed during lockdown
Weekly search interest in grocery since the lockdown has been on average 100% higher than previous years, says Harry Walker, industry head of grocery retail at Google
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Comment and OpinionThe government must take a stand on food security – or the US will do it for us
Domestic production is a prominent strand of the food security debate, with the coronavirus pandemic raising urgent questions on the resilience of our food supply chains
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Comment and OpinionThree ways supermarkets can overhaul supply chains to thrive in the ‘new normal’
The shift to online will likely last long after the crisis diminishes, says Olivier Goethals, VP, head of technology, retail EMEA/APAC at Publicis Sapient
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Comment and OpinionA ‘glimmer of hope’ for businesses despite clouds of confusion
The food and drink industry’s action so far provides grounds for hope - even if the government’s new document doesn’t
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Comment and OpinionHow Iceland got online delivery availability back to normal
It’s still a struggle to book a slot with most of its rivals. How is Iceland able to offer next-day deliveries?
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Comment and OpinionLockdown easing cannot come soon enough - but it may be at a terrible price
Vera Lynn’s wartime promise that ‘we’ll meet again’ has taken on a doubly poignant strain
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Comment and OpinionIf we really want improved food security, we must address the issue of pricing
Lidl’s decision to stock Dutch eggs to meet demand was about as popular with the egg sector as a fox in a henhouse
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Comment and OpinionTeen singer’s NHS tribute makes Co-op playlist
Basingstoke teenager Harry Arkley, who turns 17 this week, has put together a musical thank you to the NHS
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Comment and OpinionDorset Knob-eating competition goes online
“Just how many Knobs can you get in your mush in 60 seconds?” It’s a bold opening line
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Comment and OpinionDoggy duo bring beer cheer to New Yorkers
In these times of lockdown, what brightens the day more than a delivery of beer?
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Comment and OpinionMüller maintains its athletic associations with world champ Katarina Johnson-Thompson
The Olympics might not be on this year, but Müller is still showing off its athletic associations
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Comment and Opinion‘Business as usual’ - build, as well as adapt, your company
It’s essential that current innovations are not in conflict with companies’ fundamental business principles
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Comment and OpinionFood and drink worker safety deal shows there is still much to be decided
Lockdown easing measures are set to have a big impact on food production and retail
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Comment and OpinionConsumers have shown lower levels of food waste can be part of the ‘new normal’
Now is the time to reinforce messages on best before dates, freezing and planning ahead
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Comment and OpinionThe social distancing challenge facing food delivery couriers
As fast food outlets make deliveries available, many couriers are struggling to keep apart
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Comment and OpinionNot all plants are food: why education on plant toxins is vital for shopper safety
Dangerous plant toxins have been found in dietary supplements and new ‘natural remedies’, says Andrew Swift, CEO at Fera Science
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Comment and OpinionTackling obesity is more important than ever during the coronavirus crisis
Rates of obesity are double in our poorest communities, says James Toop, CEO of Bite Back 2030
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Comment and OpinionHow will coronavirus change the way we shop for groceries long-term?
This crisis has changed shopper behaviour drastically – changes that could be here to stay, says Matt Lee, MD at Capture
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Comment and OpinionSupply chain technology will help us through coronavirus and beyond
More challenges for the industry are around the corner, says José Nava, CEO of UK & Ireland DHL Supply Chain