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Northern in talks over Sainsbury's VMI deal
Northern Foods is in talks with Sainsbury's about managing its own inventory with the retailer – and unlike similar past deals Sainsbury's would only pay for what it sells. Marking a possible return to prominence for vendor-managed inventory (VMI),...
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Fairtrade faring well despite the recession
Fairtrade sales will continue to defy the recession and grow by up to 15% this year, according to Fairtrade Labelling Organisations International, which reported UK sales rising 43% to £700m in 2008. There were plans to increase the number...
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Nasa science for dishes that take the strain
A range of 'space dishes', made from the same material used by Nasa on its spacecraft, is being launched to allow food to be taken straight from the freezer and placed directly on to the hob or in the oven.The vitro-ceramic material used to...
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NewsSaturday Essay: During recession, we must invest in people
Training need not be costly - some of the best development experiences come free of charge, says Justin King
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Smith ends six-year reign at Red Tractor
Colin Smith is to retire as chairman of the Assured Food Standards board, the body that operates the Red Tractor logo, after six years at its helm. Smith will step down in the autumn after serving in the role for the maximum period allowed...
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Retail Prices: Own label makes return to featured promotional space
Brands are still promoting hard, but now retailers are beginning to push their own-label lines in high-profile promotional spots once more. James Ball reports
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Lambrini makes first move into rosé wine
Halewood International is cashing in on the growing popularity of rosé wine, with the launch of a new Lambrini variant.Lambrini Rosé, a semi-sparkling wine and the brand's first venture into rosé, would appeal to Lambrini's core consumer...
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Nisa-Today's unifies snacking food range under one umbrella
Nisa-Today's is to relaunch and expand its food-to-go offer and will bring all its own-label impulse lines together under a new brand. The label, FreshGo, launching in June, will be a complete food-to-go range including sandwiches, hot...
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McCain voucher plan to see off own label
McCain is launching a 'save £10' voucher initiative to encourage cash-strapped consumers to buy its products instead of own label.A coupon booklet offering consumers 30% off 12 selected McCain products throughout May, June and July will be...
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Picture This...Ready meals on wheels for silver surfers
Customers with an average age of 73 are boosting the fortunes of an internet-based company that delivers healthy, frozen ready meals. Wiltshire Farm Foods was growing sales in the double digits, said new business development manager Steve Ennis, and...
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Beleaguered Dawson wants new OFT newspaper probe
Dawson News has called for the Office of Fair Trading to re-examine the distribution of newspapers and magazines, just six months after the conclusion of a lengthy investigation into the sector.
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Adnams faces shareholder flak over growth plan
The brewer Adnams has been criticised by one of its shareholders for the way it has expanded the business over recent years, including the launch of its Cellar & Kitchen retail chain.
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WH Smith boss Swann hails Woolies effect
WH Smith is on the hunt for more former Woolworths stores and claims its sales have been boosted by the closure of the variety retailer.
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NewsWKD to shake up cider market with Core launch
WKD is breaking into the cider market in the brand’s first move into non-spirit products since 1996.
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NewsTen problems to keep Sir Terry up at night
The Tesco juggernaut keeps on trucking, with sales of £59bn and profits north of £3bn in its latest accounts. Yet Tesco is not infallible and against the backdrop of a global economic recession suppliers, industry consultants, City analysts and marketing experts have been unusually critical of certain aspects of its ...
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NewsRetailers slam Darling’s Budget
Retail associations have slammed Chancellor Alistair Darling’s Budget for failing to offer help to struggling retailers.
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NewsTesco unveils record £3bn full-year profits
Tesco has posted stronger results than expected over the past year, notching up double-digit growth in both profits and sales.
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Group sales up but grocery disappoints at Kingsmill baker Associated
Associated British Foods has blamed volatile vegetable oil prices for a "disappointing" performance at its grocery division – although the Kingsmill baker still saw overall sales rise by almost a fifth (18%) for the past six months.
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World News 18/4/09
RUSSIA: X5 retail group has announced a loss of $2.28bn for the fourth quarter of 2008, as the financial crisis caused the company to write down the value of its assets. The $2.25bn charge mostly related...
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Other Movers 18/4/09
Ice cream cone and wafer manufacturer The Waverley Bakery has promoted Robert Murray to finance director. He joined the company as financial controller in November 2005.