All articles by Vince Bamford – Page 75
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NewsIn the latest Coca-Cola promo, names are the game
Coca-Cola is launching a massive brand personalisation campaign…
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NewsGM unveils Free'ist range of low and no-sugar products
A new sugar-free and no-added-sugar brand that includes biscuits, chocolate and jam is set to launch…
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NewsDuerr's launches mainstream branded peanut butter
Duerr’s has made its first serious push into branded peanut butter after years as a major own-label supplier…
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NewsPremier Foods boss focuses on profitability of Hovis bread ops
Premier Foods boss Gavin Darby has promised to return its bread business to profitability…
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Analysis and FeaturesIce lollies escape commodity hikes
If price inflation has shoppers hot under the collar, they are probably better off reaching for an iced lolly than a tub of ice cream…
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Premier Foods names David Wild as senior independent director
Premier Foods has appointed former Tesco trading director David Wild as senior independent director.
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NewsWeetabix: Failure of UK white-wheat crop forced us to look abroad
The Weetabix Food Co has said the failure of the UK’s crop of ‘white wheat’ – a specialist ingredient used in small quantities - was the key reason it had to change the way it makes Minis.
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NewsShortlist for The Grocer Gold Awards 2013 revealed
The shortlist of businesses and brands in the running for the industry’s most prestigious awards has been unveiled…
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NewsGenius extends overseas reach with Dutch listing
Gluten-free bread supplier Genius Foods has expanded its overseas distribution with a listing in The Netherlands.
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NewsPremier Foods reports growth in 'power brands'
Premier Foods has said sales of its ‘power brands’, such as Hovis, Sharwood’s and Bisto, have grown for the fifth successive quarter.
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Comment and OpinionHasbro strikes back
Size might not be everything – but it certainly counts for a lot… especially when it comes to action figures.
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NewsJakks Pacific gears up for Cabbage Patch Kids anniversary
Jakks Pacific has unveiled plans to mark the 30th anniversary of the Cabbage Patch Kids brand…
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NewsHasbro fights to revive action figures with £5.99 range
Action figure sales are set to get a boost from lower-priced toy ranges being launched by Hasbro this autumn…
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NewsAmira aims to be top speciality rice brand in UK
Global rice supplier Amira has revealed ambitions to become the UK’s leading speciality rice brand…
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NewsWells and Young's launches McEwan's Red
Wells and Young’s has launched the first NPD under the McEwan’s brand since acquiring the brewer in 2011…
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NewsBelvita maker brings Barny bear cakes to UK
Mondelez International has unveiled what it claims is its biggest biscuit category launch since Belvita…
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Analysis and FeaturesHorsemeat scandal fuelling promotions in ready meals
The horsemeat scandal has contributed to the nation’s chillers and freezers becoming hotbeds of promotional activity…
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NewsTesco app offers the chance to suit up for Iron Man 3
Tesco is hoping Iron Man can help to power up its footfall this month with the launch of an augmented reality app.
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NewsJames Bond stirs up supermarket DVD sales
It’s not quite up there with saving the world, but James Bond has helped three of the big four supermarkets increase their share of the entertainment market.
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Comment and OpinionE-cigarettes' burning questions
There may be no smoke without fire – but there’s certainly plenty of fire without smoke in the electronic cigarette market…