All The Grocer articles in 05 April 2025 – Page 3
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NewsUK fmcg businesses offshoring jobs to cheaper European countries amid tax rises
Small to medium-sized fmcg businesses are increasingly hiring for certain roles in international markets
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Analysis & FeaturesBuyer’s Guide: How ‘agri-AI’ technology is changing farming
The latest ‘agri-AI’ tools can monitor animal welfare and crop health. But how much of a difference does the tech make, and how does it help buyers?
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NewsHarvey Nichols losses deepen despite turnaround attempts
The retailer blamed ‘weak consumer confidence as a result of the cost of living crisis’ however it’s the latest loss under the ownership of Hong Kong-based Dickson Concepts
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NewsScientist calls for transparency from chewing gum brands
A recent US pilot study found natural chewing gums release ‘similar amounts of microplastics’ to synthetic gums
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NewsUK seafood industry gets major export boost in Vietnam
The sector has taken a hit since Brexit, as it counted the EU as a major export market
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NewsAnt-inspired ‘hairy gripper’ boost for robotic picking in Ocado and Amazon backed research
In tests with 30 different household objects, the addition of ‘hairs’ increased the prototype gripper’s grasp success rate from 64% to 90%
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NewsAbsolut Vodka & Sprite adds new watermelon flavour
The launch will be supported with a summer marketing campaign through social media, OOH advertising and influencer partnerships
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NewsLipton Teas & Infusions appoints new CEO
Laubies has been acting as interim CEO since September.
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NewsNestlé Waters appoints new UK managing director
Nestlé Waters new UK MD succeeds Grant McKenzie, who has been appointed as head of northern Europe for Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages
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NewsWaitrose set to rebrand Duchy Organic Range in latest own-label overhaul
Waitrose is set to rebrand its Duchy Organic range as it continues to refresh its premium own-label lines.
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NewsFarming groups call for more biosecurity measures at the border
Representatives called for a cross-government biosecurity plan and investment to prevent crippling costs and to protect domestic food production
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KVI TrackerLamb joints up to 50% more expensive as Easter demand rises
Consumers can expect a more expensive Easter lunch this year as lamb joint prices are up by an average of 14.8%
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Comment & OpinionCulture first: why Dubai chocolate is winning on social media
The Dubai chocolate trend has a culture-first momentum that modern brands should harness, says Christina Miller, chief social officer at VML EMEA
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Comment & OpinionFood banks are just a sticking plaster on poverty
Redistributing food waste through the charitable food aid sector cannot prevent poverty or stop hunger from happening, says Jessica Sinclair Taylor, deputy director at Feedback and Sabine Goodwin, director at Independent Food Aid Network
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NewsM&S chairman: online grocery is ‘a desert of profit’
‘There’s been more wealth destroyed by people trying to develop food online businesses than any other industry I can think of,’ said M&S chairman Archie Norman.
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NewsAltos launches ready-to-serve Strawberry Margarita in time for summer
The NPD follows the introduction of Altos Lime Margarita in February 2024
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NewsYoung’s Seafood launches flavoured breaded fish range
The Young’s Breaded Fish with Flavour range (rsp: £4/ 300g) includes two SKUs: Garlic & Herb and Paprika & Pepper
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Analysis & FeaturesTrump’s Liberation Day: what could US import tariffs mean for NI food and drink?
Food and drink traders in NI are confused as to how incoming tariffs will affect them given their unique UK-EU dual market status
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NewsPernod Ricard backs mezcal to make supermarket debut
Unlike tequila, mezcal can be made with many different varieties of agave
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NewsRegional baker Cornish Bakehouse targets major UK rollout
The pasty maker wants to break out of its traditional heartlands, with more stores in the north, MD Kevin Mitchell told The Grocer