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Micro pear makes its M&S debut
M&S has taken a less-is-more approach to fresh produce retailing by launching one of the world's smallest pears.The Bambinella pears are just 25mm to 45mm wide and no bigger than a large cherry. They have never previously been sold...
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TJ Morris devises novel plan to nab shoplifters
TJ Morris, the company behind Home Bargains, is tackling shop theft by displaying images of suspected shoplifters in its stores and on its website.Shop theft costs TJ Morris an estimated £6m a year and the discounter, which has 190...
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Saturday Essay: Elections herald a new era in EU food policy
The way obesity is tackled could change dramatically in the wake of European Parliament elections, says Matthew Orman
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Picture This... Fast work with new tanker
Arla has unveiled 'the milk tanker of the future', fitted with a high-speed pump enabling it to collect 50,000 litres of milk an hour, double the current rate. It can also take milk samples automatically while milk is collected. "Where it would...
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NewsAre glasshouses and GM the future for our food security?
The need to reduce our reliance on imports is rising up the political agenda. Michael Barker asks what can be done to increase primary production
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Food is fuel for Stans’ growth
It was selling the 'cheapest petrol in Britain' that put Stans Superstore on the map - but an expanded grocery offering gives shoppers an extra reason to visit, says Beth Phillips
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McCoy’s gets inspired by pub grub
United Biscuits is extending its McCoy's menu with pub grub-inspired crisps it says tap into the trend for classic British flavours.The limited-edition McCoy's Pub Grub crisps come in two variants: lamb & mint and roast beef &...
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Greencore’s godfather of pasta sauces
Greencore has introduced a branded range of chilled pasta sauces, Pacino's, to Sainsbury's and Asda.Asda has listed the tomato & basil, cheese, and tomato mascarpone variants, while Sainsbury's is carrying just the tomato & basil...
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Sainsbury's largest Scots store taking shape
Sainsbury's has started developing its largest store in Scotland as part of plans to ramp up its presence there.
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Yorkshire Tea to save the trees
Yorkshire Tea has gained ethical accreditation from the Rainforest Alliance and has begun a campaign to save an area of forest the size of its home county.The Rainforest Alliance logo will be appear on pack from later this month.
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Frijj sponsors Soccer AM
Frijj has been revealed as the new sponsor of iconic Sky Sports show Soccer AM this season.Under the deal the Dairy Crest milkshake is being promoted in 15 second idents at the beginning and end of the three hour programme, as well as five second slots at each commercial break...
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ABF hives off Polish sugar business
Associated British Foods has confirmed the sale of its Polish sugar subsidiary for an undisclosed sum.
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News‘Liver damage’ threat of fizzy drinks – but beer a bonus for bones
Fructose, the sweetener used in many sugary soft drinks, has been linked with increased rates of liver disease by a new study.
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NewsBogofs threatened by latest Defra food waste plan
Buy one get one free deals could be banished from supermarket shelves under a government plan to reduce Britain’s food waste mountain.
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World News 8/8/09
A group of six Amish farmers from Michigan have lost a legal battle against the US Department of Agriculture calling for RFID tagging of cattle to be outlawed.
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Other Movers 8/8/09
Own-label personal care and household products manufacturer McBride has named Richard Armitage its new finance director. He will join McBride from Premier Foods, where he is finance director for the grocery division.
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EU finds phytosterols can lower cholesterol by 10%
Manufacturers of cholesterol-lowering dairy products have hailed an EU endorsement of the benefits of phytosterols as a major breakthrough in communicating with consumers.The European Food Safety Authority issued a statement last week on...
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Riverford meat box for minimum of £25
Riverford Organic has slashed the minimum spend on its meat boxes by £20 to appeal to families shopping on a budget.Consumers can now choose a range of meat products that must add up to at least £25. Delivery is free of charge.
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JJ’s profits £3m higher than forecast
JJ Food Service has made a profit nearly £3m higher than predicted. Pre-tax profits at the London-based food specialist fell 3% to £8.3m for the year to March, but this was £3m more than expected following a period of major investment in the...
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Grocer 33: Friendly staff give Tesco upper hand
Tesco's Burnham-on-Sea branch was one of three retailers to boast strong availability this week, but it pipped Sainsbury's and Morrisons to the post after providing our shopper with the best shopping experience.