Long reads – Page 103
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Analysis & Features
Waitrose New York Inspired Beef Steaks: acid test
Fresh beef is holding its own despite consumer trends towards vegetarian and vegan options
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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?
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Pea protein: The multi-million pound ingredient that’s driving the vegan boom
It’s versatile, vegan-friendly and could soon be worth nearly £150m globally. So what’s behind the rapid rise of the yellow split pea?
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Food price inflation jumps as Brexit puts pressure on the pound
Supermarket inflation hit its highest level for 14 months in August
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Can Johnson’s ‘all-Ireland food zone’ plan replace the backstop?
Boris Johnson’s suggestion may yet fly with Ireland and the EU. But how would it work?
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Interviews
Rob Collins big interview: the Waitrose way is working
The Waitrose MD is focusing on in-store improvements over expansion
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How regulators are trying to rein in e-commerce giants
The number of retailers governed by the Grocery Code Adjudicator rose to 13 last week
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Is Amazon a threat to the wholesale sector, or does it offer an opportunity?
Until recently, wholesale has been relatively unscathed by the online giant. But could the advent of Amazon Business change that?
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Pret a Manger, Eat, Caffè Nero and Costa unveil new autumn menus
From warming soups to vegan treats, here’s what’s on offer at Britain’s high street eateries this autumn
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What does Tulip’s takeover mean for the UK pig sector?
Pilgrim’s Pride’s acquisition of Tulip is a ‘vote of confidence’ in the market
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Italian tomato prices up after poor weather disrupts crops
Italy is the UK’s biggest supplier of tomatoes for food processing
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How Grenade exploded into confectionery mainstream
Protein bar maker Grenade has rocketed from sports nutrition brand to mainstream giant – and is now heading for its third sale
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Farmers of the future: are apprenticeships the solution to a labour crisis?
Britain’s farmers are concerned that Brexit could lead to a shortage of quality managers for their businesses, but could apprentices provide a long-term solution to a potential labour crisis?
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Analysis & Features
Allinson’s Serious White with Sourdough: acid test
Allinson’s has moved to tap the trend for premium wrapped bread with this sourdough loaf
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Interviews
Why Ewan Venters chose locals over tourists at Fortnum & Mason
Since Ewan Venters took the reins at Fortnum & Mason seven years ago, it has tripled in size. But he’s not done yet
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Analysis & Features
Mukbang: could the obsession with watching people eat be a money spinner for brands?
There’s a niche corner of the internet who love nothing more than to watch other people eat. We look at why it exists, who’s involved and what’s in it for brands.
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Brand loyalty, eco-friendly bottles and mineral content: 10 charts explaining UK attitudes to bottled water
What is the biggest factor influencing bottled water sales? And which demographic could be the most important to the market?
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Analysis & Features
10 of the most memorable butter adverts throughout the ages
From “you could put a bit of butter on the spuds, Andre” to Douglas and his trombone, here’s our pick of the most iconic butter ads to appear on British TV screens
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Interviews
Big Interview: Julian Hearn – how Huel became a hit and how he’s evolving it
After marketing stints at Tesco and Dial a Phone, Hearn has really hit the big time with his latest venture. What’s the plan?