All The Grocer articles in 09 May 2020 – Page 2
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Analysis and Features
Coronavirus: how fmcg brands are evolving their advertising in wake of lockdown
As housebound consumers change their media consumption, brands are rethinking their marketing strategies
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Comment and Opinion
Dorset Knob-eating competition goes online
“Just how many Knobs can you get in your mush in 60 seconds?” It’s a bold opening line
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News
Holland & Barrett opens DC to deal with online delays
The chain has struggled to fulfil customer online orders in recent weeks after seeing a 400% jump in demand
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Comment and Opinion
Doggy duo bring beer cheer to New Yorkers
In these times of lockdown, what brightens the day more than a delivery of beer?
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News
Coronavirus will lead to increase in opportunistic M&A, predicts PwC report
Research conducted by accounting firm PwC highlighted the chance for “attractively priced M&A opportunities” to arise in the next 12 to 18 months, as some challenger brands will be unable to continue trading on their own
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News
James Convenience readies ‘major project’ of store re-openings
James told The Grocer he had closed 12 of the 54-strong store estate due to a dramatic reduction in footfall
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News
Horsemeat seized in Europe as experts predict rise in food fraud from coronavirus
The risk of food crime has soared as foodservice collapse and closure of meat processing plants has created a dramatic imbalance in supply and demand
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Category Report
Baffled bakers: bread & bakery products category report 2020
Higher – and erratic – demand for fresh bread products is the new normal for Britain’s bakers. How are they rising to the challenge?
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Comment and Opinion
Müller maintains its athletic associations with world champ Katarina Johnson-Thompson
The Olympics might not be on this year, but Müller is still showing off its athletic associations
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Comment and Opinion
‘Business as usual’ - build, as well as adapt, your company
It’s essential that current innovations are not in conflict with companies’ fundamental business principles
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Grocer 33
Waitrose Bracknell: Grocer 33 store of the week
“This business is a collaborative effort and the voice of the partner is powerful”
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My Alternative CV
Richard Lodge, Mood Media, on Semisonic, Pulp Fiction and Radiohead
‘It’s incredibly satisfying to conceptualise an innovative, engaging music concept’
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Analysis and Features
How will CMA’s ‘failing firm’ ruling on Amazon-Deliveroo investment impact future deals?
The CMA has made a u-turn in its assessment of Amazon’s major investment in Deliveroo. How will its ruling impact future deals?
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News
Brakes partners with local leisure facilities app to expand DTC service
The service covers 39 locations where Better Leisure facilities are located within the vicinity of a Brakes depot
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News
Jack Link’s adds duo of savoury beef bars
The snacks – Original and Sweet & Hot – contain 65 calories per 22.5g bar, and are billed as a source of protein
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News
Government agrees to postpone ‘disastrous’ business rates revaluation
The bill would have seen rates set until at least 2024 based on a pre-coronavirus basis
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News
Asda to launch ‘largest’ food box for vulnerable customers
The boxes will be priced at £30 and be available via a new website
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News
Tesco to begin baking Hovis-branded loaves in-store
Having the loaves baked in-store would ‘bring a new dimension to the Hovis range’, said the supplier
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News
Blue Skies warns of rise in imported fruit prices as airlines stop passenger services
Importers are grappling with the coronavirus’ impact on global supply chains
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News
Craft brewers turn to to mini keg and cask delivery to help stay afloat during lockdown
The Society of Independent Brewers posted figures last month showing an 82% drop in sales from small independents since the onset of lockdown