Long reads – Page 115
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Analysis & FeaturesSuma: the co-op that shares the health and the wealth
Everyone at Suma Wholefoods earns the same wage and has a say in business decisions, here’s how it works
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Analysis & FeaturesEU-grown sushi rice hit by shortage after 2018 heatwave
Wholesale prices for EU-grown sushi rice are in double-digit growth
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Analysis & FeaturesShoppers feel the crunch as new wine duty hikes kick in
Exclusive research by The Grocer reveals the supers have passed a significant portion of the tax on to customers
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Analysis & FeaturesBig 30 wholesalers: why won't suppliers deliver the goods?
Battling Brexit, the Co2 crisis and supplier availability shortages, see which wholesalers come out on top in our ranking
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InterviewsHow Timo Boldt is looking to build ‘the Netflix of food’
Timo Boldt has managed to secure huge investment in Gousto despite big losses on the balance sheet
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Analysis & FeaturesHealth-conscious men emerge as key demographic for plant-based trend
Nearly one in 10 men say they ate vegan in January, driven primarily by health concerns, a new survey for The Grocer has found
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Analysis & FeaturesHow Bargain Buys is turning Poundstretcher sales around
Opened under the name Bargain Buys, 45 new Poundstretcher stores are helping turn around a sales slump
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Analysis & FeaturesShoplifting: are we giving thieves a licence to steal?
Legislation, policing policy, austerity, the growth of self-checkouts and even bags for life are being blamed for the rise in crime. But what can be done to tackle it?
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Analysis & FeaturesPlant-based diets helping to raise price of almonds
Current almond prices are up 10% year on year as consumers seek plant-based protein
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Analysis & FeaturesNine stores around the world with bold beer merchandising
Tcc Global insight director Bryan Roberts takes a look at a number of noteworthy approaches to beer merchandising
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Analysis & FeaturesFrom collapse to collapse: can Oddbins be saved a second time?
The off-licence chain’s turnaround was trashed by tax woes, changing shopper tastes, Brexit and steep competition. We ask whether Oddbins has a future?
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Analysis & FeaturesA league of their own: inside Camden's alternative grocer
The Camden Grocer curates and champions artisanal suppliers at its Stables Market store
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InterviewsThe 'Angry Chef' influencing the food industry from within
Anthony Warner on clean eating and how he can make a difference
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Analysis & FeaturesThe keto diet: a trend with mainstream potential?
It boasts speedy results, endorsement from the Kardashians and a rocketing online following. Yes, we’re talking about the latest weight loss trend: the keto diet
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Analysis & FeaturesVanilla and cardamom prices spiral after poor weather
Suppliers have found themselves at the mercy of a 30% spike in cardamom prices after shortages emerged
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InterviewsHow Simon Roberts’ restructure is raising Sainsbury’s game
Sainsbury’s store restructure has attracted some negative publicity but its architect is clear: it’s working
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Analysis & FeaturesFood allergen labelling consultation: what are the options?
Smaller businesses fear they could struggle to meet new requirements
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Analysis & FeaturesWill Tesco's new fresh food strategy prove counterproductive?
Tesco says it is motivated by convenience but some experts believe it could be left with an underwhelming range
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Analysis & FeaturesOwn-label showcase: M&S Plant Kitchen
Here’s a closer look at the new vegan range with expert analysis from Jennifer Pardoe, Plant Based to Business
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Analysis & FeaturesCould social selling be the next food safety scandal?
As an increasing number of entrepreneurs start offering food and drink for sale online, established food safety systems are struggling