Archive of all supplier articles – Page 54
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NewsNot enough fruit and veg in UK to meet 5 a day target, says new research
The research from the group found the total UK supply of fruit and vegetables before food waste amounted to 367g per day compared to the 400g intake recommendation
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NewsFlorette owner Agrial reports increased operating losses due to transport and labour issues
The company had a loss of £8.5m from £6.3m and an underlying operating loss of £5.8m for the year ended 31 December 2021
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NewsEnergy scheme: primary food production ‘overlooked’ for ‘paltry’ support
The NFU said it was ‘disappointed’ in the government for not including the horticulture and poultry sectors in the scheme
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WhitepapersHow to get to grips with what consumers want in 2023
Understanding what consumers want in the midst of a cost-of-living crisis is a major challenge for consumer goods companies. So how can brands and retailers best tackle this?
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NewsTurkey sales slump over Christmas due to supply chain concerns
The spike in avian flu in the run-up to Christmas resulted in the deaths of 600,000 festive birds
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Analysis & Features‘It’s too late for me’ says Deane Proctor, the supplier suing Lidl
Proctor & Associates is seeking recompense after it claims it was delisted without notice, and its own suppliers used by the discounter instead
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NewsAdjudicator claims buyers are ‘overwhelmed’ by CPI requests as new survey launches
White held talks with all the retailers policed under the code in November to “intensify” discussion over CPIs
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NewsAmazon suppliers to receive letter when CRAP products face delist
Amazon has committed to provide “reasonable written notice” when products are red flagged by its system, known internally as CRAP (cannot realise a profit)
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NewsFarmison marks Horsegate anniversary with new traceability scheme
The upmarket online butcher started rolling out front-of-pack QR codes across its whole cut range this month
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NewsValue of Irish food exports to UK sees big increase in 2022
The rise in exports across the Irish Sea demonstrated how Ireland remained a ‘key strategic partner’ to the UK, Bord Bia said
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NewsAcquisitions boost Kettle Foods to £100m in sales for first time
Snack maker Kettle Foods has pushed sales above the £100m mark for the first time thanks to bolt-on acquisitions and increased own-label demand.
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NewsSupply of berries at risk due to inflation, growers warn
British Berry Growers says berry growers are under increased pressure from inflationary costs
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Comment & OpinionCan retailers and brands deliver volume growth in 2023?
Volume becomes the kingmaker this year, says Warren Ackerman, head of European consumer staples research at Barclays
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NewsGraham’s The Family Dairy profits hit in ‘fierce’ cost climate
The Scottish supplier said the past 15 months had been its most challenging ‘by some distance’
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NewsValeo Foods brings in former Birds Eye boss Hudson to lead snacks division
Hudson has taken a temporary role at Valeo Foods to lead the group’s UK snacks business, responsible for the likes of Kettle, Manomasa and Fox’s
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Comment & OpinionAsda’s flip-flop on ranging was avoidable with supplier expertise
Suppliers now can’t get a foot in the door of the growth strategy room – which appears to have been locked even to the buyers, says David Sables, CEO of Sentinel Management Consultants
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NewsBeyond Meat lands new Morrisons listing and announces partnership with Peter Andre
The range will be available in over 460 Morrisons nationwide and will include the Beyond Burger, Beyond Sausages, Beyond Mince and Beyond Meatballs
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NewsIncreasing costs of production hit profits at Cathedral City owner Saputo Dairy UK
The supplier also saw a slump in demand for its lucrative dairy ingredients business
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NewsNorthern Bloc acquires two heritage ice cream makers as it ramps up capacity at new Leeds HQ
The acquisitions of Criterion Ices and Marine Ices will boost revenues by an additional £2m
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NewsCocos Organic launches dairy free Yog Tubes and light natural yoghurt alternative
The children’s yoghurt is made with organic coconut milk, real strawberry puree and natural banana flavourings and comes in a box of five