All The Grocer articles in 24 October 2009
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News
Poundstretcher owner Instore to exit AIM
Instore, the company behind discount retailer Poundstretcher, is planning to delist from the Alternative Investment Market, in a move that increases its dependence on major shareholder Crown Crest Group.
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NewsThreshers future in doubt as owner First Quench enters administration
Threshers owner First Quench Retailing collapsed into administration last night following months of speculation over the future of the company.
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Blossom Hill’s Zinfandel gets festive touch
Blossom Hill is introducing a limited edition bottle of its White Zinfandel to target Christmas shoppers.
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Bulletin: Fentimans booze row... no Rock bid for Tesco... fags 'worse than acid'
Lemonade shocks Americans; supermarket won't buy Georgie bank; life's pleasures to be banned?
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NewsHeineken boosts share of UK beer market
Heineken said it increased its share of the UK beer and cider market to 29% in the third quarter.
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NewsBernard Matthews takes step toward recovery
Bernard Matthews has hailed “modest progress” in its turnaround strategy as it unveiled full year results showing a small increase in operating profits.
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NewsMagners adds Sheffield festival to comedy roster
Magners has announced it will sponsor the Sheffield Comedy Festival in the latest addition to its comedy sponsorship portfolio.
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NewsTetra Pak eco nod gives drinks brands green boost
A host of household name soft drinks brands will now be able to display the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) label on their products after packaging supplier Tetra Pak met FSC certification standards.
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Estonia cider adds flavour
We’ve had cider over ice, pear cider, fruits of the forest cider and now Estonian cider – and it’s upping its presence in UK stores.
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Bulletin: Waitrose oil shame... Weetabix Welsh woe... French farm hand-out
Palm oil rankings embarrass supermarket; cereal maker obliterates island; Sarkozy gift for onion-growers
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NewsTesco Bank to hire 1,000 in Newcastle
Tesco’s banking division is to create 1,000 jobs in Northern Rock’s heartland of Newcastle.
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NewsCommodities hikes push up cost of breakfast
The cost of breakfast is rising, with prices of key commodities at their highest for decades, the Financial Times has reported.
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BOGOF - is there a smarter way to connect with customers?
The competition between retailers and FMCGs has become increasingly fierce over the last 12 months. Only this week, Heinz announced a £5 million umbrella marketing campaign to regain market share, using the strapline ‘It has to be Heinz’, which takes strength from the emotional tie people feel towards the brand...
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Comment & Opinion
Second Opinion: Is the party over for promotions?
With improved price stability, suppliers - and retailers - may promote less, says Clive Black
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Taylors opens regional and premium outlet
A wholesaler is promising Britain's first dedicated cash & carry for premium regional food and drink.Taylors Regional Foods will open a 33,000 sq ft outlet in Dundee next week as part of a £2m investment in the company. If it is...
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Nutri-Grain revamp offers two options
Kellogg's is overhauling its Nutri-Grain range to specifically target daytime snacking and breakfast.From January, the Nutri-Grain branding is being removed from the Elevenses range of daytime snacks to create a standalone sub-brand,...
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Peter’s targets kids by spicing up slices
Peter's Foods has set its sights on the younger market with the launch of a new line of slices.The 185g slices, being launched into the Premier range, come in eight flavours including Spicy Chicken Fajita with Discovery seasoning, Ham...
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There is no need to restrict imports
Archbishop Dr Rowan Williams is living in cloud cuckoo land if he thinks we can make the UK self sufficient in food production and still allow consumers to enjoy the wide variety of fruit and vegetables they want.
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NewsGreen Giant struggling to make impact in soup
Green Giant's foray into soup its first venture outside canned vegetables has failed to live up to expectations, generating less than half of the expected £4m first-year sales. The three-strong range of pouch soups, which hit shelves in...
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Seabrook welcomes its third generation
Seabrook Crisps has appointed Sam Brook-Chrispin, the daughter of CEO and chairman Ken Brook-Chrispin, to its board of directors, making her the third generation to join the company.Sam, who is a graduate of Nottingham University, will...