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The sprouting of new superfoods
Sprouting seeds and pulses are poised to take the fresh produce fixture by storm, it has been claimed. Hailed as "superfoods", they look set to become the latest must-have ingredient for salads, sandwiches and wraps. Paul Beynon,...
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Rebellion picks up speed
An all-out assault on the major retail chains is gathering pace as the deadline nears for the OFT's referral of the grocery market to the Competition Commission. In Westminster, MPs are being mobilised to support the Sustainable...
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Stone's to rival Pimm's in sun
Constellation Brands is going up against Diageo's Pimm's brand with the launch of a summer variant for Stone's Ginger Wine. Stone's Summer Cup will be launched next month and, like Pimm's No 1 Gin Cup, it will be marketed as a long...
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M&S sells Kings Super Markets
Marks and Spencer is selling its US foodstore chain Kings Super Markets.The retailer said that the chain had been sold to a US investment group consisting of Angelo, Gordon & Co, MTN Capital Partners and Bruce Weitz for $61.5m (£35.4m) in...
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Do you think I'm stupid?
If you are to believe the messages from Ofcom and the FSA, you would think the child in this picture doesn't know the nutritional difference between an apple and a chocolate cake.Rising levels of childhood obesity have been blamed,...
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Asda asks for upfront payments
Asda is asking its big suppliers for upfront cash payments.Reports suggest that the supermarket group has been holding talks with its bigger suppliers to discuss securing upfront fees in an effort to cut prices and improve...
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Dewhurst closes down
UK butchers chain Dewhursts has been plunged into administration, blaming stiff competition from the major supermarkets.West Country firm Lloyd Maunder, which bought the firm in 2005 said Dewhurst had suffered a substantial fall in trading...
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Asda whips cod off shelves
Asda plans to remove North Sea cod from its supermarkets by July because of the massive downturn in natural fish stocks.In addition, it said it would stop selling swordfish.The retailer said the decision was partly a response to...
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World News - 25th March 2006
Global tesco...Metro up 3.3%...Unilever, Conagra sell...Wal-mart in China...Colgate-Palmolive buys in US...Topvar deal...McCormick blow. Tesco is eyeing entry into India and expansion of its presence in China. Reports...
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Top 50 write off market inquiry
Most independent retailers have written off a Competition Commission investigation into the grocery retail market before it has even begun, according to our latest reader panel.Only 9% of The Grocer's Top 50 independent retailers...
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The Acid Test
>>consumers and buyers give their views on the latest product launchesProduct: wyndham estate bin 222 sparkling chardonnayCompany: wyndham estateWyndham Estate's Bin 222 Sparkling Chardonnay is made from selected...
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Actimel aims appeal at mums
Danone is targeting its Actimel probiotic dairy drinks at the kids market, with special packs flagging up the products' benefits for youngsters.Packaging for Actimel Kids Packs is designed to appeal to mums rather than their...
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Somerfield reviews ads
Somerfield has frozen all its TV advertising as it reviews its marketing strategy ahead of the launch of a completely fresh campaign in May.The review is part of an overhaul of the entire business in the wake of its takeover by...
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Getting soaked al fresco style
The marinades market continues in growth and in popularity with the help of celebrity endorsements and companies broadening their ranges for more adventurous consumersMarinades is a thriving market, thanks to celebrity chefs, cookery...
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All eyes on frozen pub grub specials
Unilever is hoping to cash in on the UK's growing taste for gastro pub food with a frozen meal range called Pub Specials.Working closely with chefs at Suffolk-based pub Fox & Goose, the company's Ice Cream & Frozen Food...
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The sauce is with you always
While ketchup and salad cream remain firm family favourites, more exotic sauces, from the Caribbean and Thailand, in particular, are making their mark during the barbecue seasonHeinz Tomato Ketchup and Salad Cream will always have a...
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Minister hails amazing variety
Food & Drink Expo 2006 was hailed as "a superb event for British food" of "amazing variety" by Lord Bach, minister for sustainable farming and food.The minister spent one hour at the show, focusing on local food at regional...
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Minister hails amazing variety
Food & Drink Expo 2006 was hailed as "a superb event for British food" of "amazing variety" by Lord Bach, minister for sustainable farming and food.The minister spent one hour at the show, focusing on local food at regional...
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Crimble's amino side
Mrs Crimble's is offering her wares in a new category with the launch of a pair of fruit smoothies made with soya. It is the first time the brand will be seen on products other than cakes and biscuits.In Waitrose from Monday, the...
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Irish anticipate post-Order cuts
Ireland's Groceries Order, which has outlawed below-cost selling, was finally abolished this week, prompting calls from the Irish Consumers' Association for the multiples to start cutting prices.Chief executive Dermott Jewell said...