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Comment and OpinionWhy Tesco, TikTok and salad is a significant combo
Stupid dances, silly challenges and now Tesco salad bays. Just a few of the many ways TikTok has changed how consumers consume and now, apparently, how businesses do business
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NewsBidfood lists seven new suppliers through Open Doors scheme
Thanks to the Open Doors programme, emerging brands get a platform to showcase their products in wholesale
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NewsWholesale workers’ inclusion under Criminal Justice Bill marks ‘win’ for sector
The Federation of Wholesale Distributors is seeking confirmation that lorry drivers are in the scope as well
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NewsCypressa Halloumi secures new Tesco listing
The Mediterranean Foods brand has expanded its Tesco range in time for barbecue season
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NewsShicken unveils first allergen-free plant-based meat recipe
The brand’s plant-based chicken has changed from a soy and wheat-based recipe to pea protein solely sourced from peas farmed in East Anglia
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NewsRed Tractor chair Tacon to stand down after Co-op board appointment
Tacon said juggling both roles could exacerbate a lack of trust in Red Tractor following controversy over its Greener Farms Commitment scheme
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NewsLidl share reaches record high as Aldi growth continues to slow
Of the traditional big four, Asda is the only one whose sales are down year on year, by 2%
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NewsFSA to use international approvals for lab grown meat
It plans to unveil a “sliding scale” of international agreement for the approval or regulated products
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NewsAlex James’ Britpop brand extends into rosé and adds lower abv elderflower spritz
The pair join Britpop Brut, an 11.5% sparkling non-vintage launched by the Blur bassist in 2023
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NewsGood Guys Bakehouse completes six-figure raise from fmcg heavyweights
Angel investors backing the business include former Pladis UK boss Nick Bunker, David Bell, currently chairman of Hackney Gelato and a former director at Mars UK and Young’s Seafood, and former Graze COO Tom Carroll, who was also CEO at British Corner Shop
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NewsResilience body will draw on pandemic ‘war room’ spirit to tackle climate change
The resilience group is being set up following talks between Defra and the Food & Drink Sector Council
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NewsInnocent shakes up board following trio of departures
The appointments come with COO James Davenport and UK MD Sam Akinluyi set to depart
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NewsAnchor launches squeezy butter product
The new butter product is designed to provide a ‘faster, easier route to more buttery bakes, with just a squeeze’
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NewsMedia Bites 21 May: Reckitt Benckiser, Aldi, M&S
Activist investor Eminence Capital has built a stake in Dettol and Nurofen maker Reckitt, piling further pressure on the consumer goods group whose share price has plunged over fears that its baby formula business could be on the hook for billions in damages
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NewsCity snapshot: Demand for chicken and pork boosts Cranswick
Meat processor Cranswick has hailed a year of “strong” financial progress as demand for chicken and pork recovered. Plus, the latest Kantar grocery market share data, first-half results for Greencore and SSP, and a trading update from Naked Wines
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NewsYorkie enters chilled aisle with HFSS-compliant dessert
The dessert combines the signature creamy milk chocolate flavours of Yorkie confectionery with a smooth, chilled dessert
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Comment and OpinionHow AI can revive a stagnant innovation climate
Rapid advances in AI give brands a new tool to create disruptive innovation at a fraction of the cost and time, says Jonny Forsyth, director of Mintel Food & Drink
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Comment and OpinionAll eyes on ‘industry first’ ethical banana buying coalitions
Farmers involved in sourcing commodities like bananas for the major supermarkets are often at the frontline of the climate crisis and have to contend with poor working conditions
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NewsBrowns Food Group targets £100m sales jump for Scottish pork
The processor said it was in discussions with major retailers over increasing the availability of Scottish pork following its acquisition of the Brechin abattoir in 2022
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NewsOne Stop ramps up bakery offer with 33 sweet and savoury lines
The retailer is working with local bakeries to offer regional ranges