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Analysis and FeaturesLocal sources of satisfaction
We have a huge range of artisan cheeses. A customer tweeted earlier today comparing our store to the Harrods Food Hall…
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Analysis and FeaturesJoin the online revolution!
Under Charles Wilson, Booker is leading UK wholesalers in the online revolution… but others are making up lost ground fast.
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Analysis and FeaturesCalifornian almonds set to rule in the EU
The world’s largest producer of almonds, California, is set for yet another record-breaking year…
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Analysis and FeaturesCereal makers strive to keep lid on soaring prices
As US farmers battle the worst drought in 50 years, their northern European counterparts contend with the opposite problem.
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Analysis and FeaturesHave the giants grown too big for their boots?
Global fmcg giants are losing out to smart smaller operators in emerging markets, according to the 10th Global 50 ranking.
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Analysis and FeaturesThe Olympic food trials
With 300,000 extra people a day expected during the Olympics, hygiene inspectors are working overtime to ensure food safety is spot on.
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Analysis and FeaturesIs Asda's credit card on the money?
Despite consumer distrust in the banks, and the offer of cash back, analysts are sceptical of Asda’s move into credit cards.
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Analysis and FeaturesDo milk farmers need fair trade protection?
Desperate dairy farmers are calling for a Fairtrade-style scheme - but how would it work?
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The Big InterviewThe man with a lot of bottle
Majestic CEO Steve Lewis is driving expansion apace thanks to his brave focus on minimum order sizes… and now online.
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Analysis and FeaturesTinned goods fail to keep a lid on inflation
You know the economy is in a mess when sales of baked beans fall. Promotions on tinned goods have soared by a third in a year.
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Analysis and FeaturesDon't rub it in: price hikes hit sunscreen
Sunscreen manufacturers are having a rough time at the moment…
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Analysis and FeaturesWelcome to the click & collect revolution
Supermarkets have been ramping up click & collect and some are now looking at grocery as well as non-food… heralding the dawn of the grocery drive thru.
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Analysis and FeaturesClarke urges patience in shareholder spring
Comedy and crossed words were the order of the day, but CEO’s honesty kept shareholders at bay - and has bought him more time.
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The Big InterviewJohn Dixon's 'restless dissatisfaction'
In a rare interview, John Dixon spoke exclusively to The Grocer about his vision for M&S Food, the journey so far… and the journey still to come.
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Analysis and FeaturesNo room for complacency on bribery
As Sainsbury’s buyer John Maylam is jailed for corruption, a poll for The Grocer shows even new legislation isn’t deterring some.
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Analysis and FeaturesSport sponsors head promo table in run-up to the Games
Sport sponsorship is playing a big role in shaping the promotional landscape this summer.
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Analysis and FeaturesAs inflation dips, will rising grain prices spoil the party?
Fears about high grain prices pushing up the cost of food were back on the agenda this week after unusually dry weather in the US.
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Analysis and Features
History of brands: the 1860s
As Britain quietly capitalised on the Industrial Revolution that had defined the first half of the century, the 1860s was a period of stability for Britain - at least, compared with other nations.
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Analysis and FeaturesHalifax recycling plant a giant leap for carton makers
Currently, all our drinks cartons are recycled overseas, but a new plant is the next step for an industry that is making good progress.
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Analysis and FeaturesNFU takes supermarkets to task over CSR commitments
Which supermarkets are staying truest to their CSR pledges?