All The Grocer articles in 07 October 2023 – Page 2
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ProfilesMy food & drink job: Kristian Sharp, foodservice channel manager, Weetabix
’Growing up only 10 minutes away from the Weetabix factory as a child, I could always remember that delicious smell wafting across the garden’
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NewsUS food tech startup BetterBrand launches low-carb bagels into Whole Foods
They are claimed to contain 90% fewer carbs and 250% more protein than a traditional bagel
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NewsMedia Bites 3 October: John Lewis Partnership, food prices
Sharon White’s decision to throw in the towel as chairman of JLP is the main focus of this morning’s papers.
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NewsDistressed deals boost M&A activity
A surge in distressed acquisitions has boosted dealmaking figures once again as difficulties in the meat-free and brewery industries led to a pick-up in M&A activity, according to a new report
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NewsCity snapshot: Greggs sales growth tops 20% as evening shoppers boost trading
Sales are continuing to boom at food-to-go stalwart Greggs as new openings and increased customer visits boosted third quarter revenues
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NewsPernod Ricard to build new distillery on Islay
Chivas Brothers will add an Islay whisky to its portfolio of malts and blends
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Category ReportThe mission to make personal care greener
A new wave of brands are looking to take the lead on issues such as plastic waste. But the fmcg giants are also upping their game
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NewsParfetts completes rollout of LED lighting and solar panels
The sustainability-led upgrade will help the wholesaler “drastically reduce” its carbon footprint while generating cost savings across the business
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NewsPlanted releases hoisin duck alternative and launches into Tesco
The startup’s three-strong range will be available to buy across 350 stores nationwide from 3 October
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NewsSipsmith shrinks weight of bottle to reduce carbon footprint
The bottle is now 20% lighter and contains up to 44% recycled content
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NewsMore than 200 former Wilko workers offered jobs at Poundland so far
The new roles for former Wilko workers see Poundland keep a promise it made to prioritise them
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NewsDRS: trial shows people prefer recycling at home over ‘outdated’ vending machines
Figures from the trial, carried out in Brecon, Wales, show around 75% of those taking part have been returning bottles and cartons at the kerbside
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NewsElla’s Kitchen CEO Mark Cuddigan steps down after 12 years
Long-serving Ella’s Kitchen CEO Mark Cuddigan is stepping down from the babyfood supplier just weeks after owner Hain Celestial unveiled a global restructuring programme, The Grocer can reveal
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NewsPackaging shortlist revealed for New Product & Packaging Awards 2023
A drainable noodle pot, colourful paper confectionery wrappers and a blueberry bucket are among the finalists of The Grocer’s inaugural packaging awards
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NewsApproved Food launches children’s book to teach ‘new generation’ about sustainability
Aimed at primary school children, the book covers a range of topics including why wasting food is bad for the planet, wonky fruit & veg, best before and use by dates
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NewsSrsly Low Carb hits crowd target as it aims for retail push
Health food brand Srsly Low Carb has hit a £200k crowdfunding target to roll out more of its products across the retail channel
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NewsLidl GB stages first national supplier conference
Suppliers were addressed by Lidl GB CEO Ryan McDonnell along with the discounter’s supply chain director, logistics director and customer director
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Comment & OpinionGrowers need future-proofing investment to weather the ongoing storms
Mild and damp conditions this summer made for better growing conditions and confidence to producers in a challenging economic landscape
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NewsSlashing meat and dairy from diet poses health risks, government modelling shows
The committee’s calls have been the subject of huge focus in recent weeks after PM Rishi Sunak announced he had “scrapped” plans for a meat tax
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NewsMore action needed for sustainable fisheries, says MCS
The charity’s autumn update to its Good Fish Guide saw 53 rating changes, with 19 moving down the sustainability score