All The Grocer articles in 6 November 2010
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Health groups sound alert as new calorie count report looms
Health groups are on red alert as they await the publication of a key government report that proposes a dramatic increase in our recommended daily calorie intake.
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Tesco’s energy adviser in Glasgow switch
Energy management specialist Matrix – which remotely controls the lighting, heating and air conditioning for Tesco and Marks & Spencer stores – has moved to new premises in Glasgow as part of a £1m expansion.
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NewsTesco quits banana war with 25% price hike
The retail banana price war is over for Tesco for the time being at least as it hiked prices by 25.5% this week.
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NewsOnken sold to Swiss group Emmi
Dr Oetker has sold its Onken yoghurt brand to Swiss dairy group Emmi. The deal, for an undisclosed sum, is subject to regulatory approval.
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NewsMorrisons calls off pursuit of former Safeway chair Webster
Morrisons has halted its legal proceedings against David Webster, the former chairman of Safeway.
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Comment and OpinionMarc's masterplan
Today we got our first real glimpse of what Marks & Spencer will look like under Marc Bolland. And the early signs are… not that different.
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Cardboard price rises driving up food costs
The rocketing price of cardboard is the latest commodity increase threatening to send the cost of food through the roof. The cost of cardboard has already soared 30% over the past year, but cardboard millers this week confirmed it will...
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Alan Partridge comeback for Foster’s is online smash
The comeback of Alan Partridge, sponsored by Foster’s, has leapt to the top of YouTube’s most-watched videos.
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NewsTesco tackles peak time staff shortages
Tesco has claimed it will eradicate staff shortages with a new system that allows employees to sign up for overtime even at another store. Using the online booking system, which went nationwide last week, staff input their home...
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NewsNow is time for weight loss at Tesco
Scottish weight loss brand Now Slim has won listings for its products in Tesco, three years after it first approached the retailer. The Now Slim range, in Tesco stores across the UK now, consists of day and night capsules, "hunger strips"...
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NewsSpar switches own-brand lager supplier
Spar has lowered the price of its own-label lager and given it a rebrand following a change in supplier. The retailer has switched from a Netherlands-based supplier to a UK brewery, reducing the price of its 4% abv lager to £6 per 8-pack...
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Comment and Opinion
Third Party: Olympic opportunity is too good to pass up
Companies expecting the Games to have no impact will miss out – there’s much business to be had, says Danielle Pinnington. According to Deloitte's Games Readiness report released last week, more than two-thirds of UK companies are expecting no impact on their businesses from the 2012 Olympics. And 70% of ...
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NewsThe new generals of retailing
In just over six months a new generation has emerged in grocery retailing, with new leaders at Asda, Morrisons, M&S and, early next year, Tesco. What are they like? And what are they likely to do? Adam Leyland interviewed all four, along with insiders, ex-colleagues, rivals, analysts and other senior ...
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Comment and OpinionSecond Opinion: Promotions can be force for good
While they may dilute consumer loyalty, deals can help drive up case values, says Clive Black. There may be a paradox in the actions of the food retailers and their rhetoric. We have heard several retail magnates talk of their discomfort at the level of promotional activity in the UK ...
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Focus On Pasta & Pasta Sauces: Five to watch
Premier Foods promised to make meals for one less depressing with the launch of single-serve Italian sauces under its Loyd Grossman brand.
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Comment and Opinion
Saturday Essay: Five-year plan for environmental salvation
Working with farmers, PepsiCo intends to radically reduce water use and carbon emissions by 2015, says David Wilkinson. An economically and environmentally sustainable UK farming industry is vital to a prosperous future for the food industry and increasingly important to consumers. Farmers understand the land they work better than anyone and, by regularly visiting their farms and listening to what they tell us, we are able to gain insights that allow us to work in partnership and improve both sustainability and business practices…
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NewsMyCoke pairs up with Old El Paso for fajita nights
Coca-Cola is teaming up with Old El Paso as it taps into what the soft drink company described as a "huge opportunity" to cross-merchandise soft drinks and food. The joint promotion will run exclusively this month in Sainsbury's, pairing...
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NewsFrom My Farm to the digital highway
The winner of our £30k Digital Marketing competition is finally poised to launch its first digital marketing campaign – with a little help from Untitled and On&Off Communications. Liz Hamson joins the team on their journey
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NewsWill learning to love farmers deliver stable food pricing?
As the global food market continues to change, both sides of the farm gate need to be taking collaboration more seriously. Julia Glotz reports. As rallying cries go, 'greater collaboration between the food and farming industries' may not sound like the stuff of revolution but could well be the difference ...
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NewsGerman organic giant in UK debut with lassi drink
Germany's largest organic dairy company is gearing up to take on Britain's flavoured milk and smoothie makers with the launch of its bestselling 'lassi' drink into UK supermarkets. Andechser Lassi (rsp: £1.49/250ml) is made with organic...