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Budgens 'new-concept' store rolls out to Surrey location in a hurry
New design includes attractive consumer models like free WiFi. convenience food, and local suppliers
Largest family income increase for over five years means shoppers feel flush
Real wage growth from the fall of fuel and food puts the consumer of the front foot for the first time since the recession
PZ Cussons profits hit by unrest in Nigeria
Profits at PZ Cussons have fallen as the Imperial Leather manufacturer continued to suffer from political unrest in Nigeria.
H&A introducing Big Hero 6 licensed toiletries to Poundland
Licensed toiletries specialist H&A is bringing products inspired by Disney comedy action movie Big Hero 6 to Poundland…
Production problems lead to shortage of MaltEaster Bunnies
Mars risks ‘un-hoppy’ shoppers and retailers as production problems have led to a shortage of its MaltEaster Bunny…
Danepak claims bacon first with 30% less salt in curing process
Danepak owner Tulip has claimed an industry first with a new curing process that is being used to reduce salt…
Unilever launches contrasting Pink and Black Magnum flavours
Unilever has unveiled two new Magnum flavours “designed to satisfy different moods.”…
Carling director argues that three cider flavours is enough
The British Cider range will stop at three varieties, despite major competitors in the UK cider market having a far larger range
Britvic first quarter revenues slide on tough UK trading conditions
Britvic has announced a 1.4% fall in GB revenues amid “challenging trading conditions”, but insists it remains confident of hitting full year profit expectations.
Greencore registers sales rise despite challenges of the big four
Revenues jumped 3.6% at Greencore Group to £331.9m in the first quarter thanks to continued good growth in the UK food-to-go market and strong double-digit rises in the US.
Business booming for Tyrrells following Investcorp takeover Subscription
Premium snacks supplier Tyrrells has enjoyed booming sales in its first year…
UK crude oil prices at lowest in six years Subscription
EU prices for palm oil and kernel oil continue to increase month on month as floods in Malaysia affect harvests…
Poundland unfazed by shopper income surge
Consumers have more money but Poundland CEO Jim McCarthy is confident they will continue to flock to his chain regardless…
Oreo's fun new campaign kicks off 'pivotal year' for Mondelez
£1.5m push will take place across multiple channels as Mondelez aims to “shake up” biscuit category
Waitrose reveals how much it pays dairy farmers for milk
Supermarket second to M&S on table published in Sainsbury’s ad last week
Džiugas to launch four new veg-friendly grated cheeses
Lithuanian cheese brand Džiugas is to launch four grated cheese flavours this spring…
Food retailers issue record number of profit warnings in 2014 Subscription
Listed UK food and drug retailers issued a record number of profit warnings in 2014 as the grocery sector came under attack from discounters.
Fifa and Frozen help Tesco grow Christmas entertainment market share
HMV and Argos other winners as Asda slumps
FrieslandCampina UK adds 330ml size Yazoo Yogurt Smoothie
FrieslandCampina UK is targeting on-the-go consumers by adding a 330ml bottle…
'Horny Goat Weed' gets Valentine's push for Holland & Barrett's 'sexual wellbeing' range
Marketing push to run in lead-up to Valentine’s day
FSA 'mostly on track' with Horsegate recommendations
The FSA said it would meet all recommendations, though it admitted eight were running behind schedule.
Britvic axes Robinsons full-sugar fruit squashes
Britvic is axing all full-sugar lines from its Robinsons fruit squash in a brand relaunch…
Bestway adds fresh butchery lines to Best-in range
Bestway is expanding its Best-in own-label line-up with a range of fresh butchery products…
Up & Go: Aussie breakfast drink set to roll into Tesco stores
Leading Australian breakfast drink Up & Go is to make its UK debut next month…
Nestlé under pressure: City News Subscription
International fmcg companies are already struggling for growth amid a global emerging markets slowdown…
Shropshire farmers unveils ambition to be 'Tyrrells of juice'
A Shropshire farmer has launched a cold-pressed juice brand and revealed ambitions to become “the Tyrrells of juice.”…
It could be worse: recycling in PR and the Creme Egg cock-up Subscription
You don’t hear greenwash mentioned much any more because, I think, everyone is at it…
Tesco leads way on post-Christmas deals as strategies revealed
Even before the last turkey sandwich has been polished off, retailers start devoting space to diet and heathy food…
Thatchers sales soar 16% as cider maker wins Glastonbury deal
Thatchers has won a major three-year contract to supply its flagship Gold brand to every bar at Glastonbury Festival…
New execs get behind The Co-operative Group's transformation Subscription
The Co-operative Group has made a number of appointments on its food executive team as it continues to rebuild the society…
ACS rejects merger with National Federation of SubPostmasters Subscription
The ACS has rejected the possibility of merging with former trade union the National Federation of SubPostmasters…
GSK urges rethink of oral healthcare aisles Subscription
GSK has made a “breakthrough” discovery in shopper psychology and is encouraging retailers to revamp oral health aisles
Labour to carry on with obesity pledges if it comes into power Subscription
Labour will persevere with pledges under the Responsibility Deal for at least another three years if it wins the election…
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Features List 2015
Welcome to The Grocer’s 2015 Features List. Below you’ll find information on upcoming features. You can also download…
The 100 day war Subscription
With 100 days to go before the General Election, Labour leader Ed Miliband stepped up his campaign to be the next prime minister…
Food-to-go continues to drive Greencore in 2015 Subscription
Greencore posted a robust Q1 performance today but the best is yet to come from its food-to-go business in 2015.
Focus on infant care
With half of big brand babyfood products ‘sweet,’ according to a survey, how can manufacturers make dentists smile again?
Infant care category report 2015 Subscription
With half of big brand babyfood products ‘sweet,’ according to a survey, how can manufacturers make dentists smile again?…
Crisp café taps the trend for nostalgic treats Subscription
Cereal Killer – the cereal café Bogof reported on in December – is, remarkably, still open…
How To Hire: Be smart and keep sight of the bigger picture Subscription
On the first week back in January, post-festive guilt saw the company kitchen engulfed in a sea of green…
Tesco price policy pitfalls
Sir: The price of milk has once again put supermarket/supplier relationships at the top…
Responsible alcohol retailing: voluntary action is better Subscription
Tesco’s licensing manager speaks out on the retailer’s responsibility to the customer and how they’re leading the charge
Focus on: Juices & Smoothies: 28 February
Amongst the gloom some players and sub sectors are managing to grow. How?
Tesco's corporate finance focus suggests more disposals are on the way Subscription
Tesco’s decision to beef up its in-house corporate finance is as clear an indication as any that the restructuring job at the under-pressure supermarket is far from over.
Judge Bread: is Sylvester Stallone the right choice for Warburtons? Subscription
We take a look at other unlikely marketing hook-ups and their mixed results
Focus on cereal Subscription
There have been more cuts in cereal than in Psycho as brands slash prices and sugar to stem losses. What’s next for the se…
Sainsbury's goes on the attack with milk pricing advert
Sylvester Stallone to star in Warburtons TV ad campaign 
Anthony Rowcliffe & Son promotes trio to board of directors
Asda appoints Premier Foods director as VP Marketing
Fifa and Frozen help Tesco grow Christmas entertainment market share
Waitrose reveals how much it pays dairy farmers for milk
Tesco's new supplier network platform aims to repair damage done
M&S goes with 'Barista' futuristic digital loyalty card
Aldi slammed for stocking energy drinks in new 'health lanes'
Food labelling should be used to help consumers make better choices, says report
Retail crime and fraud grows sharply, BRC calls for better strategies
Over 250 Cadbury's employees take voluntary redundancy as Mondelez seeks to modernise
Tobacco packaging to go plain in a hurry
Food waste efforts aren't good enough, says report
