All Commodities articles – Page 5
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Analysis & FeaturesOatly, Asda and RSPCA hypocrisy: The Grocer’s unofficial review of 2024
The Grocer takes a look back over what hit the headlines this year – the highs, the lows and the downright ridiculous, in our 100% unofficial review of 2024
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NewsMajority of companies bracing for commodity price increases in 2025
Rising energy costs and continued geopolitical turmoil are set to contribute to commodity price increases, experts warn
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KVI TrackerRecord coffee prices mean farmers are finally earning enough to live, says Pact
Coffee has been sold for ‘far too cheap’ for ‘far too long’, according to the supplier
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NewsTunnock’s profits rebound despite cocoa shortage
Tunnock’s, the maker of its eponymous teacakes and caramel wafers, saw profits rebound last year despite high ingredients costs continuing to weigh on its bottom line
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Comment & OpinionWhy Lindt denying its own ‘excellence’ risks shopper loyalty
It was particularly surprising when Lindt scuppered its own marketing claims about the ’excellence’ of its products in a US court last week
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KVI TrackerLindt dark chocolate gets pricier in the UK as US lawsuit rages on
Shelf prices have risen by 20% in Morrisons this month
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NewsPlans to rid supply chains of deforestation in peril as EU votes to amend flagship law
Campaigners have sounded the alarm over new amendments made to the EU’s deforestation regulation
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Category ReportWhat’s the future of Fairtrade?
As Fairtrade turns 30, it is working with retailers on an innovative sourcing trial – but its farmers still face a wealth of challenges
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NewsArla to press ahead with Volac deal following CMA approval
Arla Foods Ingredients said the deal would give it a ’significant additional quantity of whey, helping it meet a growing market need’
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NewsFarm business incomes slump as sector prepares for protests on Tuesday
The latest Farm Business Income figures from Defra have been described as painting a ‘stark picture for the challenges facing many farmers’
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Comment & OpinionStubborn cocoa prices make chocolate the inflation outlier
The UK will be one of the first places to see rising chocolate prices, says Warren Ackerman, head of European consumer staples research at Barclays
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NewsAgInflation survey reveals drop in cost of five key farming inputs
Inflation is still present in areas such as seed, machinery and labour, AF warned
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KVI TrackerCoffee prices rally on weather concerns in Brazil and Vietnam
Extreme weather conditions in Brazil and Vietnam, the world’s largest coffee producers, are affecting harvests
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NewsSoy deforestation in Brazil on rise as Cargill accused of exposing UK poultry to law breaches
Exclusive new data shows soy-driven deforestation in Brazil is increasing amid claims UK businesses risk breaching upcoming laws
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NewsDairy farmers warn against watering down of dairy contract legislation
Defra is considering an amendment to the new legislation, despite it going ’against the principles of fair dealing’, the NFU has said
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NewsTea brand Devagiri aims for new supply chain model that champions workers’ rights
Devagiri, which has set up its own-brand tea supply chain model, is trying to enter the UK retail market
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NewsMüller deal to buy Yew Tree Dairy approved by CMA
The deal is set to expand Müller’s milk powder capabilities in both the UK and export markets
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NewsLindt loses market share as chocolate prices rocket
The Swiss chocolatier said its Lindor and Excellence brands were performing strongly
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NewsSupermarket beef prices set to rise next year due to tight supply
AHDB is forecasting a 3% drop in UK prime cattle slaughter numbers for 2025, in response to falls in subsidy payments and general profitability issues
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KVI TrackerHalloween and Christmas treats to be pricier as cocoa and sugar stay at record highs
Sky-high commodity prices seen in recent months are yet to fully reach shoppers, experts warn