All The Grocer articles in 27 April 2019 – Page 3
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Feature SynopsisFocus On Crisps, Nuts and Snacks: 13 April
From fast-paced M&A activity to a raft of new healthy crisp alternatives, the world of snacking is hotting up
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Comment & OpinionM&S-Ocado proves collaboration is necessary to follow the customer
The huge increase in industry collaboration signals a changed world where going it alone is a mistake, says Eagle Eye’s Tim Mason
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Comment & OpinionIt's time for all retailers to take action on knife crime
Poundland took kitchen knives off sale in October 2018, says retail director Austin Cooke. Other retailers now need to play their part
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NewsShloer goes beyond grape with Spritzed and Pressed ranges
The SHS Drinks hopes to strengthen its position as an adult soft drink alternative to alcohol
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NewsVegan brand Qwrkee hits retail with milk alternatives range
Whole Foods’ UK grocery buyer Miguel Uribe tipped pea milks as one of the “top new trends for 2019”
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NewsBoparan offloads Green Isle Foods and Donegal Catch to Irish consortium
The sale marks the 2 Sisters owner’s latest divestment as it focuses on its core poultry operation
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Comment & OpinionBadly timed, confusing tariffs information just adds to Brexit mess
With just 16 days to go before the UK is due to leave the EU, the chances of wading through and then readying for implementation by 29 March is clearly now mission impossible
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NewsMorrisons refuses to rule out Brexit driven price hikes
Morrisons chief executive David Potts refused to rule out passing Brexit-related cost increases onto customers, after ‘no deal’ tariff rates were confirmed
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NewsMedia Bites 14 March: Brexit, Spring Statement, Morrisons
The pound has jumped to highs last seen in June 2018 after Parliament rejected a no-deal Brexit and investors saw less risk of a disorderly exit from the European Union.
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NewsCity snapshot: Casino plans €2.5bn of asset sales as its targets convenience and online growth
French hypermarket chain Groupe Casino has raised its target from the sale of non-core assets from €1.5bn to €2.5bn over the next year. Plus, the pound rises to multi-month highs as ‘no deal’ Brexit threat recedes and all the latest news from the City.
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NewsFlorette owner Agrial snaps up Essex grower Angflor
The buyout became the latest step in the Agrial’s strategy to establish its own growing operations in the UK
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NewsDairy Crest launches Vitalite vegan baking block
Almost a third of dairy-free spread sales were for use in baking last year, according to IRI
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Comment & OpinionClean Air Zones mean investing in greener fleets is now a necessity
Businesses need to prepare for Clean Air Zones with low-emission solutions or face fines, says James Hurrell, director for grocery at Wincanton
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Comment & OpinionDoes Brexit really spell death for the booze cruise?
The owner of the Calais Wine Superstore said he had “never seen anything” like the crazed clientele flooding his store ahead of 29 March
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NewsPremier MJ’s Store named Convenience Retailer of the Year
Store owner Justin Whittaker collected the accolade at the Royal Lancaster Hotel on Thursday evening, along with the award for Best Small Store
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NewsCo-op to introduce new pizza range
Co-op has unveiled its new authentic Italian pizza range, which is set to replace its Irresistible range later this month
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NewsLactalis McLelland launches Président snacking brie
The snacking nets go on sale in Waitrose later this month
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NewsVegetable supplier Greenyard to cut jobs as profits slip
Today’s announcement follows the sale of the Greenyard horticulture and mycoculture businesses in September
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Comment & OpinionHow to make your shopper budget an investment, not a spend
The first step is for brands to prioritise planning, selecting the right media to achieve their objectives and to deliver their message, says Matt Lee, managing director at Capture
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NewsUpfield revamps Flora range in vegan-friendly push
The relaunch marks the first major investment in the brand since it was sold by Unilever