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Henderson Wholesale reports rocketing sales and profits
The company-owned stores division, Henderson Retail posted a 12% increase in turnover to £384m and a 12.9% jump in pre-tax profit to £8.7m
Original Free Drinks launches six-strong 0% RTD cocktails range
The range consists of Classic G&T, Pink G&T, Italian Spritz, Mojito, Cosmopolitan and Ginger Dram drinks
City snapshot: Hotel Chocolat annual sales and profits jump amid global expansion plans
Hotel Chocolat has shrugged off “economic headwinds” on the UK high street to post a 14% full year sales surge and a 9% rise in underlying earnings. Plus, sales and profits drop at AG Barr after “disappointing” first half and all the rest of the latest news from the City.
Media Bites 24 Sep: Ocado/TDL, Tesco/Food waste, M&S
The company at the centre of an extraordinary legal dispute involving some of the UK’s best-known retailers has hit out at Ocado, accusing the retail technology company of over-reacting to its attempts to poach key executives
Perfetti Van Melle unveils vegan Fruittella soft candy duo
Fruittella Koalas and Fruittella Sour Snake gelatine-free and made with real fruit juice
Product recall leads to administration for Thomas Tucker
Popcorn supplier Thomas Tucker has called in administrators after a food safety recall caused a cash shortfall in the business.
Dave Lewis urges mandatory food waste labelling as voluntary sign-ups fall short
Some 156 of the biggest food companies backed a pledge to ‘Target, Measure and Act’ on food waste
Teeling launches single pot still Irish whiskey
It comes on the back of a solid year for the brand, which launched into Tesco, Asda and Waitrose this year
Deadline extended for Top New Talent Awards entries
The TNT Awards, sponsored by Veritas Partners, aim to celebrate the best and brightest young talent working across the UK grocery and foodservice sector
The Meatless Farm secures seven-figure investment from Channel 4
Alternative meat startup The Meatless Farm Co has sold part of its equity to broadcaster Channel 4 in exchange for commercial airtime for its new advertising campaign.
Co-op signs up to UN ‘Our Only Future’ climate campaign
The Co-op is making changes such as using natural refrigerants, and minimising the environmental impact of its products through responsible sourcing
Court documents reveal alleged secrecy tactics as Ocado and TDP engage in legal fight
The revelations came as it emerged Ocado was suing Faiman for allegedly obtaining confidential information to help set up TDP
Salmonella risk in ‘very small’ number of British Lion eggs, FSA warns
The FSA advised consumers to ‘thoroughly’ cook these eggs to eliminate the possibility of ingesting the bacteria
Asda replaces black plastic trays with cardboard for Extra Special steaks
The retailer said the initiative would save more than 50 tonnes of plastic a year
Exercise increases risk of allergic reactions to peanuts, study finds
The FSA-funded research has been described as “hugely significant” for peanut allergy sufferers
Range preview: M&S Christmas 2019
We run down 10 of the most eye-catching additions to this year’s M&S Christmas range
OC&C: How the UK’s Top 150 Food & Drink Suppliers are faring in the fog of Brexit
We analyse OC&C’s Top 150 Index of Food and Drink Suppliers in a special report
Italian pear harvest slump drives up prices
Severe weather has affected the harvest in northern Italy
Is an ‘Owen’s Law’ needed to address allergens on menus?
Byron concedes current rules and requirements are ‘not enough’
Range preview: Lidl Christmas 2019
Lidl has sprinkled interesting flavour twists and visual theatrics through its festive range
Tea addicts, gender splits and the love of a traditional cuppa: 10 charts explaining UK attitudes to hot beverages
What do consumers make of fruity blends and iced tea? Do they feel there’s enough choice in the aisles? And where do they stand on matters of ethics and sustainability?
