All The Grocer articles in 11 May 2019
Previous issues.
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NewsMondelez launches Philadelphia variant with Milka chocolate
It comes almost four years after the brand ditched its Philadelphia with Cadbury SKU
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Comment & OpinionTesco's craft beer update shows buyers can still be connoisseurs
While many claim the days of the ‘rock star’ BWS buyer are over, buyers like Tesco’s Dom Hill prove there is still room for creativity and bold innovation in supermarket buying
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NewsQwrkee launches into snacking with Vegan Jerky quartet
Last month, Qwrkee made its retail debut with two variants of plant-based Pea M’lk
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Analysis & FeaturesSugar concerns, CBD and the rise of the treat mentality: 10 charts explaining UK attitudes to soft drinks
Today’s Brits want more than a standard can of sugary pop. Instead, they are open to more adventurous ingredients and premium fare
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NewsDairy startup gains listings for handheld quark snack bar
The concept is somewhat like a choc ice, with the quark forming a filling similar in texture to cheesecake
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NewsBristol Distilling Co unveils orange and cold brew coffee gin liqueurs
The NPD comes just months after Bristol Distilling Co’s first products launched into Tesco
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NewsMedia Bites 30 April: Sainsbury’s, High Street, Whisky
Sainsbury’s has launched the nation’s first till-free grocery store at its Local convenience branch at Holborn Circus, in the City
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NewsGrocery sales growth hits 2019 high thanks to bumper Easter
The grocery sector is growing at its fastest rate this year thanks to a record £2.5bn Easter spend when shoppers took home £335m of Easter eggs and seasonal chocolate.
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NewsNestlé hits deforestation-free supply chain ‘milestone’
It comes after the company launched its satellite-based Starling service to monitor its global palm oil supply chains for evidence of deforestation
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Comment & OpinionSainsbury's and Asda have the tools to recover from merger disappointment
The back to basics shopper focus approach takes time and focus, says David Sables
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NewsOrganic body OF&G seals global certification partnership
The body said its deal with Control Union UK would give its certified food suppliers access to global markets
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NewsTetley kicks off first push for Cold Infusions range
A £1.3m investment will be accompanied by a new variant and extra formats
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NewsPropercorn cement mixer embarks on promotional tour
The pink vehicle began its journey today (30 April) in London
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Comment & OpinionWhy the frozen aisle is the new home of haute cuisine
Waitrose’s ‘five star’ frozen food range shows the genre has come a long way since Iceland’s Kerry Katona ads
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat H&M's new transparency scheme can teach food and drink
H&M’s new scheme shows consumer expectations on product transparency are changing. Here’s what this means for grocery
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NewsBeyond Meat ups float ambitions
Beyond Meat has raised its price guidance for its US IPO, now valuing the meat alternatives manufacturer at up to $1.5bn.
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NewsMedia Bites 1 May: Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Mondelez
Sainsbury’s has overtaken Asda to reclaim its place as the UK’s second-largest grocer by market share.
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NewsBlocked Asda deal costs Sainsbury’s £46m
Sainsbury’s collapsed merger with Asda cost it £46m in the year to 9 March, contributing to one-off costs that drove a 41% reduction in pre-tax profits to £239m.
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NewsSauce maker Rubies in the Rubble launches £300k fundraising drive
The brand, which has valued itself at £4.8m, launched in 2011 and has so far saved more than seven million pieces of unwanted fruit & veg
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Comment & OpinionHow Waitrose and M&S should prepare for the Ocado switch
The M&S-Ocado joint venture will also be a fascinating experiment in shopper decision making, says Jeremy Garlick, a partner at Insight Traction