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Analysis and FeaturesHow Nudie Snacks turned cauliflowers into crisps
Belief in local sourcing and the UK’s ability to innovate in plant-based led to the creation of an award-winning brand
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NewsNumber of food and drink business administrations soars in first half
The number of failures in the sector is on track to more than double year on year, according to new figures
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Comment and OpinionFlexibility is key when balancing business and a baby
My business has been my entire focus, until around seven weeks ago, when I welcomed a brand-new human into the world
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NewsCity snapshot: Virgin Wines UK hits forecasts as it makes strategic progress
Virgin Wines UK is trading in line with expectations, as the under-pressure DTC retailer is set to report falling revenues and profits
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Analysis and FeaturesWhy become a B Corp?
Certification also gives access to a community of like-minded businesses, many of which are open to sharing advice, support or partnering on collaborative projects
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NewsMedia Bites 17 July: Tesco, inflation, shoplifting, Getir
Tesco is pushing suppliers to pass on savings from falling costs as Britain’s biggest supermarket sets out to cut prices more aggressively than its rivals.
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Analysis and FeaturesNespresso responds to its critics
Since announcing its certification in April 2022, Nestlé-owned Nespresso has found itself at the centre of the debate around B Corp. Here, Nespresso UK & Ireland sustainability manager Mary Child responds to some of the key criticisms levelled against the business
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Analysis and FeaturesHow Nespresso and Brewdog have brought B Corp to a crossroads
Ethical business accreditation scheme B Corp is set to change the way it assesses companies, a move that may help to ease concerns about the direction of the movement and heal a rift that has divided its members
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Comment and OpinionWHO sweeteners advice is naïve at best. At worst, it’s dangerous
The flurry of news articles on the topic of aspartame show how unclear and open to interpretation the recommendations are, says Harry Thuillier of Oppo Ice Cream
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Comment and OpinionPlant-based is likely to see consolidation and rationalisation, not obliteration
Another week, another plant-based exit. Samworth Brothers has become the latest to pull the plug on its vegan operation
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Analysis and FeaturesAre supermarkets really profiteering on fuel? This is the data
The public seems unimpressed by supermarkets’ selling fuel at a higher margin – but they are keen to disprove allegations of ‘greedflation’
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Analysis and FeaturesWhat will the CMA’s ‘fuel finder’ mean for independent forecourts?
The new scheme is expected to make prices more competitive
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NewsNestlé develops cross-category sugar reduction technology
The tech uses an enzymatic process to reduce intrinsic sugar in ingredients such as malt, milk, and fruit juices by up to 30%
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Comment and Opinion‘Skipton Alfie’ sings about his loyalty to Yorkshire Tea
Alfie gives us a two-and-a-half-minute song about taking Yorkshire Tea with him on his lads’ holiday
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Comment and OpinionDr Daniel E. Lieberman explores ‘comfort crisis’ in motivating Diary of a CEO podcast
Shopping is easier than ever – and we’re suffering for it, according to the expert in physical activity
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NewsIceland to close all Swift convenience stores
“It didn’t work,” Iceland Foods executive chairman Richard Walker told The Grocer
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NewsCity snapshot: McBride ups guidance after strong end to the year
Shares in household goods manufacturer McBride have jumped this morning after it confirmed it had moved back into profitability in the current financial year
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NewsHaribo steadfast in face of HFSS rules as revenues hit new high
Revenues at Haribo have soared to record levels despite the sweets maker battling government restrictions and rising costs.
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NewsTyphoo turnaround ‘in progress’ despite more heavy losses
Pre-tax losses at the group totalled £8.5m in the year ended 30 September 2022
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NewsMedia Bites 14 July: Aspartame, Haleon, Prime
A report by the World Health Organisation on aspartame makes headlines this morning, alongside widespread layoffs at Haleon.