All analysis & features articles – Page 4
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Analysis & FeaturesAdvantage Survey: what do retailers really think of suppliers?
For the first time, the results of Advantage Group’s survey of retailers have been made public – and they make tough reading for many suppliers. Where are they falling down? And how can they improve?
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Analysis & FeaturesWill government heed warnings over youth employment?
Supermarket chiefs have written to Keir Starmer calling for less red tape and costs, with retail’s crucial role in helping young people into jobs at stake
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat did Asda learn from the Nesta healthy nudges trials?
Over two years Asda and Nesta conducted in-store trials to see how shoppers might switch to healthier food. Here’s the skinny.
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Analysis & FeaturesHow The Shropshire Scratching Company grew into an award winner
Inspired by his grandmother’s recipe, Brett Earp and his family have built a successful range of flavoured pork scratchings, which has won Gold at the Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards
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Analysis & FeaturesHow Dunston Hall became a Peak District destination for foodies
Entrepreneurs David and Lynsey Harrison have transformed the 26-acre estate Dunston Hall Estate, with its bistro and food hall helping the business land Newcomer of the Year at the 2026 Farm Shop & Deli Retailer Awards
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Analysis & FeaturesHow M&S ‘Only’ ingredients range blazed a trail for non-UPF brands
M&S’s limited ingredients range has attracted some criticism – but it’s been a hit with shoppers. Brands and own-label suppliers alike have taken note
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Analysis & Features10 new products making the most of the fibremaxxing trend in 2026
From cereals and snack bars to yoghurts and functional drinks, high-fibre claims are appearing on packs at an unprecedented rate as brands rush to capitalise on growing consumer interest in gut health
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Analysis & FeaturesHow can the 5 a day message be fixed to boost consumption?
After 23 years it’s seen as the target that ‘most people know but still fail to meet’ – so why isn’t 5 a day working, and how can it be improved?
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Analysis & FeaturesThe true impact of weight-loss drugs: six key takeaways
Weight-loss drugs have upended the way users eat and drink. With usage on the rise, what are the opportunities – and side effects – for the industry?
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Analysis & FeaturesIs Premier Foods’ healthy food sales reporting as progressive as it seems?
As revealed by The Grocer last week, Premier Foods, whose stable includes Mr Kipling, Birds Eye and Angel Delight, has voluntarily reported the share of its sales from healthier products in its 2025/26 annual report
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Analysis & FeaturesWhy food subscriptions are back on the menu
DTC food & drink boomed in lockdown, then came crashing down. Now subscriptions are back, with brands shifting strategy to offer their customers community, exclusive products and special treats
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Analysis & FeaturesWill Reeves’ food tariff cuts actually help to lower inflation?
The food & drink industry is sceptical the plans will have any effect
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat’s behind the Asda-Ocado tie-up and will it work?
Asda is to adopt Ocado’s Smart Platform technology. What does the deal entail and will the new partnership work?
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat Appleby Westward deal means for AF Blakemore and Spar
After a year of tough trading, Blakemore’s move for AWG gives it significant scale and a major presence in south west England
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Analysis & FeaturesCan the food industry make healthy diets the most affordable?
A British Nutrition Foundation report sets out a blueprint for action on obesity, urging retailers and suppliers to take the lead
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Analysis & FeaturesThe BAME brands bringing new flavours to grocery
BAME founders face barriers to funding and access but are nonetheless shaking up the grocery sector with innovative products from around the world
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Analysis & FeaturesCan long-term bumper contracts save British farming?
Long-term contracts have become the norm, with retailers claiming they offer farmers security and cash to invest. Is it that straightforward?
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat will a merger do for Tate & Lyle and Ingredion?
A deal would help US Ingredion ‘build out’, according to experts
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat makes Alex Baldock right for Boots’ IPO hopes?
Hailed as the hero behind the revival of Currys’ fortunes, Alex Baldock’s next challenge will be steering Boots to a potential IPO next year
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Analysis & FeaturesHow Makan Malaysia’s founders are 'shouting about' the taste of home
The cooking sauce business is looking to bring Malaysian flavours to the masses via lines like its The Sambal and Rendang Sauce