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Analysis and FeaturesSugar: now a big fat problem for the soft drinks industry?
Under growing assault from the government and health bodies, suppliers will have to work far harder on finding answers…
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Analysis and FeaturesAsda and Morrisons lead in keeping a lid on inflation
The supermarkets kept inflation in check in January even as prices of fruit & veg and bakery products continued to rise…
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Analysis and FeaturesBasmati rice prices up as Indian plantings fall
Curry lovers may soon be in for a nasty surprise at the checkout, as basmati commodity prices have rocketed…
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Analysis and FeaturesGavin Darby takes centre stage at Premier Foods
After an impressive 18-month shift, the sudden exit of CEO Michael Clarke has placed a relative unknown in the hot seat…
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Analysis and FeaturesPromotional activity way ahead of last year's levels
No surprise the number of promotions has fallen across the board…
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Analysis and FeaturesWhy is Tesco getting all frothy about coffee?
How much potential does the coffee shop market really have for the supermarkets?…
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Analysis and FeaturesWhy DNA testing is no quick fix for horse meat scandals
As the horse DNA scandal gallops into its third week…
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Analysis and FeaturesChristine Tacon: exclusive interview with new GSCOP Adjudicator
For the full transcript of our exclusive interview with new Groceries Code Adjudicator Christine Tacon, click here…
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Analysis and FeaturesRabobank: meat byproducts key to future valuations of trade
As animal by-products continue to scrutinised over horse DNA, the sector’s global prospects are looking good…
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Analysis and FeaturesThe future of fascias?
For every spotty youth Sainsbury’s employs in a c-store, how many independent retailers go bust?…
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Analysis and FeaturesNo new year resolutions for brands as promos rise again
The marketeers of many of Britain’s biggest food and drink brands apparently didn’t include ‘cutting back on promotional spend’ in their new year resolutions…
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Analysis and FeaturesFinding success with the right fascia
Support from a fascia group can provide an invaluable boost to your business…
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Analysis and FeaturesFascia to fascia: how symbols could sharpen their act
The right fascia can make all the difference – but are symbol groups offering retailers the right choices?…
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Analysis and FeaturesAn End to Hedging
A new bakery, deli and butchers’ counter has helped Noel Kavanagh’s former Somerfield achieve massive sales growth…
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Analysis and FeaturesCo-op comeback: is Steve Murrells shakeup delivering at last?
There are signs of recovery but food CEO Steve Murrells is all too aware of the long road that lies ahead…
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Analysis and FeaturesSymbols of strength
On the embattled UK high street, it’s a case of survival of the fittest…
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Analysis and FeaturesDoes Carling have what it takes to be a Stella success?
Molson Coors has had a bumpy track record of late when it comes to new product development…
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Analysis and FeaturesHigh demand set to push animal feed prices up further
Analysts are warning of impending price increases for maize and wheat…
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The Big InterviewWrigley's Hamish Thomson: by gum, he's got bottle
Thanks to a focus on oral health, Wrigley has UK gum back in its grip. What are its next priorities?…
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Analysis and FeaturesVinegar prices stung by poor grape harvest
The poor grape harvest last year is not just taking its toll on wine lovers – salad fans are set to suffer too….