Archive of all news articles – Page 151
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NewsDRS: trial shows people prefer recycling at home over ‘outdated’ vending machines
Figures from the trial, carried out in Brecon, Wales, show around 75% of those taking part have been returning bottles and cartons at the kerbside
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NewsMore than 200 former Wilko workers offered jobs at Poundland so far
The new roles for former Wilko workers see Poundland keep a promise it made to prioritise them
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NewsSipsmith shrinks weight of bottle to reduce carbon footprint
The bottle is now 20% lighter and contains up to 44% recycled content
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NewsPlanted releases hoisin duck alternative and launches into Tesco
The startup’s three-strong range will be available to buy across 350 stores nationwide from 3 October
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NewsParfetts completes rollout of LED lighting and solar panels
The sustainability-led upgrade will help the wholesaler “drastically reduce” its carbon footprint while generating cost savings across the business
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NewsPernod Ricard to build new distillery on Islay
Chivas Brothers will add an Islay whisky to its portfolio of malts and blends
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NewsCity snapshot: Greggs sales growth tops 20% as evening shoppers boost trading
Sales are continuing to boom at food-to-go stalwart Greggs as new openings and increased customer visits boosted third quarter revenues
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NewsDistressed deals boost M&A activity
A surge in distressed acquisitions has boosted dealmaking figures once again as difficulties in the meat-free and brewery industries led to a pick-up in M&A activity, according to a new report
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NewsMedia Bites 3 October: John Lewis Partnership, food prices
Sharon White’s decision to throw in the towel as chairman of JLP is the main focus of this morning’s papers.
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NewsUS food tech startup BetterBrand launches low-carb bagels into Whole Foods
They are claimed to contain 90% fewer carbs and 250% more protein than a traditional bagel
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NewsM&S chief Machin reacts to Asda’s ‘Taste Match’ campaign
Machin’s comments on Saturday came as Asda launched a TV ad for its new campaign
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NewsChocolatier Montezuma’s makes biscuits debut with Mini Cookies duo
It is the first launch for the brand since being rescued from administration in the summer.
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NewsFlawsome eyes foodservice push and return to retail with £200k investment
Wonky fruit juice startup Flawsome has raised £200k in new backing to boost its foodservice distribution and push for a return to supermarket shelves
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NewsAdam Leyland smashes Farm Africa fundraising target after Mahale Mountains sponsored walk
The ‘gruelling’ trek was Farm Africa’s first post-pandemic sponsored walk
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NewsIceland Foods chairman Richard Walker will not stand as Conservative MP
Iceland Foods’ executive chairman Richard Walker has publicly resigned from the Conservative Party and will no longer seek to stand as an MP for the party
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NewsOrganic babyfood brand Little Freddie launches dairy-free yoghurts
An organic babyfood brand has launched two flavours of dairy-free yoghurt-style pouches: Banana & Raspberry and Strawberry
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News88 retail leaders send plea to home secretary for tougher action on crime
The CEOs of Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Aldi, along with Asda co-owner Mohsin Issa, are among retail leaders to have written to Suella Braverman
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NewsBetter Nature appoints non-exec as it launches fresh funding round
Plant-based challenger Better Nature has strengthened its board and kicked off a crowdfunding campaign as it continues to push tempeh into the mainstream
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NewsIllycaffè claims first with coffee sourced from regenerative agriculture
The new brew will roll into Waitrose from 16 October in both whole bean and pre-ground 250g formats
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NewsFarmers and co-ops commit to regenerative agriculture framework
Over 20 leading fmcg companies and farmer co-operatives have developed and tested the framework across their global supply chains