more supermarket news & analysis – Page 60
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Comment and Opinion
The fuel price dilemma: unpacking the pressures on petrol retailers
It’s a frustrating case of déjà vu for petrol retailers, particularly the independents, who have again been accused of failing to pass on reduced fuel prices to drivers
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News
‘Wholemeal’ 50/50 loaves may be instructed to relabel
Use of the word ’wholemeal in the naming or advertising’ of products that contain a blend of wheat flours is prohibited, according to Defra
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News
Anti-deforestation targets ‘will be missed’ without urgent action, WWF says
Deforestation linked to the trade of soy, palm oil, cocoa and coffee still rampant despite international pledges, WWF says
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News
Naked smoothies disappear from Waitrose in juices shake-up
It comes shortly after the brand was delisted by Co-op
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News
NFU kicks off review of Red Tractor following accreditation row
The farming union, a part owner of the scheme, was incensed at Red Tractor’s announcement of a retailer-backed environmental scheme
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News
Sainsbury’s recalls chorizo sausage product due to listeria presence
The retailer has recalled all date codes of the product as listeria monocytogenes has been found in some of the products
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KVI Tracker
Christmas roast potatoes set to be more expensive this year
Maris piper potatoes have seen average price rises of 35% since October 2021
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Comment and Opinion
Retail Crime Action Plan can make a difference, thanks to those who lobbied
The government, senior police chiefs and retailers have agreed a new Retail Crime Action Plan.
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News
King Charles intervenes in food surplus fight with calls for huge rise in redistribution
The King is launching a Coronation Food Project to coincide with his 75th birthday next month
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News
Retail Crime Action Plan to unite police and retailers in shoplifting battle
Policing minister Chris Philp said new measures included police prioritising attendance at shoplifting instances where violence has been used
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News
The Delicious Dessert Co adds blonde eclairs and festive yum yums
‘It has been a challenging year for most people, and it is nice to indulge in something that makes us happy,’ the brand said
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News
Refill Coalition launches ‘landmark’ first in-store trial with Aldi
The in-store trial will be followed with an online version in ‘early’ 2024
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Promotional Feature
What is the opportunity for AR at POS?
How can Augmented Reality help you boost sales at POS? Find out what the most common misconceptions are when it comes to implementation and how AR can help you win at shelf.
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News
Asda raids Aldi marketing team again with Adam Zavalis hire
Zavalis will join the supermarket next month, reporting to Asda chief customer officer David Hills – Aldi’s former group marketing director
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Whitepapers
The grocery store of the future: how technology is evolving the store landscape
With the grocery store of the future at the cusp of transformation, find out how technology will redefine the in-store experience and how retailers can navigate the changes shaping their future.
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News
Co-op revamps Blackpool store to feature Boyes value outlet
The Boyes store in Blackpool will mainly sell a variety non-food ranges at “bargain prices”
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Analysis and Features
Why is Asda leading calls for mandatory health targets?
Asda is working with a charity that wants tough targets and fines
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Grocer 33
Sainsbury’s Great Homer Street, Liverpool: Grocer 33 store of the week
‘I’ve always been very lucky to work for a company that is so diverse and inclusive’
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Grocer 33
Sainsbury’s takes win with superb standards & service
Store standards and service were particularly strong in this branch
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Grocer 33
Morrisons comes cheapest for Japan-themed Grocer 33 basket
At £71.14, Morrisons was cheapest for the first time in our weekly price comparison since mid-July