Archive of all supplier articles – Page 112
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NewsNew ‘brand ecosystem’ launched to aid recycling efforts
The network will bring food and drink businesses together to share insight on issues surrounding sustainability
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NewsCat and dog owners warned of petfood pouch shortage
The category has been hit by surging demand amid the pandemic, with retailers warning they may not have full availability for several months
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NewsNix & Kix hits £500k crowdfunding target as it launches in US with Coke-backed distributor Iris Nova
The five strong-range of canned drinks will be distributed across the US by Coca-Cola-backed Iris Nova via its DTC platform.
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NewsMackie’s of Scotland performs well during pandemic as shoppers turn to home comforts of ice cream
Mackie’s of Scotland has held revenues at record levels despite the challenges presented by the coronavirus pandemic as shoppers treated themselves to ice cream and chocolate during lockdown.
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NewsArla announces plan to close Cornish creamery with 37 jobs at risk
The dairy co-op said its Trevarrian Creamery had seen a decline in volumes and key own-label cheese contracts
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Comment & OpinionSupplier sales teams lack the expertise to thrive in an omnichannel world
Account managers need to learn how to drive comprehensive strategies that make them indispensable, says David Sables, CEO of Sentinel Management Consultants
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NewsMorrisons makes net zero carbon farm pledge by 2030
The retailer said the move would see all 20 of its fruit, veg and meat manufacturing sites entirely supplied from net zero carbon sources
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NewsRH Amar boosts sales and marketing with two new appointments
Two further roles in marketing and private-label are still to be filled
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NewsHalewood sees 20% sales boost in spirits over lockdowns
The distiller and drinks distributor’s on-trade and global retail businesses were hit by Covid restrictions in the year to 27 June 2020
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NewsThanet Earth heralds ‘more positive’ year after poor 2019-20 financial results
According to its latest results, it saw turnover decline and losses widen – a performance it says it has since turned around
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NewsAmazon grocery suppliers protest new terms on Vendor Central platform
Brands using Amazon’s Vendor Central platform have raised concerns in recent months
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NewsThai Union makes major commitment to transparency in tuna supply chains
The move will see the John West owner clamp down on unsustainable fishing via increased monitoring
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NewsDewlay ‘mopping up’ rivals’ cheese sales in Northern Ireland
The Lancashire supplier said sales to Northern Ireland had more than doubled in the first two months of 2021
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NewsBudweiser Brewing Group to invest £115m-plus in its UK breweries
It will invest £72m in the South Wales site and £45m in the Lancashire site
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NewsFirst Milk invests £12.5m in additional cheese and whey processing
The investment takes the amount ploughed into production by First Milk to £30m over the past three years
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NewsOrchard House brings in former Premier Foods boss Gavin Darby
The fruit and juice supplier has bought in Gavin Darby following its acquisition by private equity investor Elaghmore
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NewsPukka Pies sets out £4.5m bakery investment as it eyes further growth
The pie brand, which took home the Brand of the Year title the 2020 Grocer Gold Awards, plans to enhance manufacturing capacity and capability at the Syston factory as it gears up for future growth.
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NewsNorthern Ireland border checks to be phased in from October as tensions with EU grow
In guidance sent to traders and seen by The Grocer, the government confirmed it intends to introduce requirements in four phases from October
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NewsRSPCA Assured reports soaring accreditations and recognition
The scheme has seen a 52% increase in products carrying the label since 2016
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NewsLockdown Liquor eyes retail listings with addition of commercial director
Business launched in April 2020 as an initiative to raise funds for NHS charities