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Supermarkets and suppliers to get OFT probe
The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) is expected to publish its report shortly on the relationship between supermarkets and their suppliers, after allegations that the code of conduct between the two is often breached.The competition watchdog...
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New Sudan 1 alert by Asda
Food watchdogs this week ordered a new Sudan 1 alert totally unconnected with the massive product recall caused by Premier Foods’ contaminated Worcester sauce last month – confirming fears that the crisis may be far from over.As revealed by The...
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Millar retires after 40 years in the industry
Kraft’s trade relations manager Easton Millar has taken early retirement after 40 years working in the grocery industry.Millar said he began his career as a four-year-old in sweet stock replenishment at his grandmother’s fish and chip shop. On...
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The Acid Test
>>consumers and buyers give their views on the latest launchesChicago Town potato WedgesFrom: Schwan’sSchwan’s has teamed up with frozen potato product manufacturer Cheviot Foods to launch a...
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In profile: Prakash Thakrar, managing director of Hothi cash and carry, in North Acton, London
An enterprising spirit Beaming as he recounts Hothi’s achievements, it is clear that Prakash Thakrar’s 25 years in retail have not dented his spirits. “I...
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Allied Domecq's sensible advice
Allied Domecq is the first major spirits supplier to put a responsible drinking message on bottles.It is to join the growing push for promotion of sensible drinking, after the brewers Scottish Courage and Coors both included a warning on...
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Cheezly soya alternative to Cheddar
Waitrose is stocking its first soya-based dairy-free alternative to cheese.Most of the multiple’s stores will sell Redwood Company’s White Cheddar-style Cheezly in their cheese fixture (rsp: £1.85 for 190g).The cheese is cholesterol-free...
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Argentina beefs up its image
Argentina’s beef bosses are targeting the UK with a £2m promotional drive.The campaign will focus on quality, but also on the way Argentina produces its beef in a bid to dispel myths that South American farmers treat animals and the environment...
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Passion Fruit line arrives at station
Premium ice cream brand Hill Station launched three products at the show as well as unveiling its new-look packaging.The company revealed its new passion fruit and white chocolate flavour, made from puréed passion fruit mixed into white...
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New hero for Asda
Andy Bond was widely expected to be announced as the new boss of Asda as The Grocer went to press this week, marking the start of a new chapter in the history of the Wal-Mart subsidiary. But analysts warn it will be the most challenging chapter for...
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Not just your average spud
As the prestigious Jersey Royal faces increasing competition, a rift has developed among the island’s growers. Richard Clarke reportsSome of our biggest brands have been around for decades: Heinz Baked Beans were first made here 77...
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Wine to break pound barrier
The Chancellor’s announcement of an additional 4p duty on a bottle of wine in Wednesday’s Budget report will have a direct effect on the consumer’s pocket and will break the current price points on wine, according to key industry figures.With...
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Wholesale service blasted
Newspaper and magazine wholesalers need to improve their service to independent retailers dramatically as 96% of shop owners would consider switching distributor if they were able to, according to research by The Grocer.In light of the recent...
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Wholesale service blasted
Newspaper and magazine wholesalers need to improve their service to independent retailers dramatically as 96% of shop owners would consider switching distributor if they were able to, according to research by The Grocer.In light of the recent...
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Wholesale service blasted
Newspaper and magazine wholesalers need to improve their service to independent retailers dramatically as 96% of shop owners would consider switching distributor if they were able to, according to research by The Grocer.In light of the recent...
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Wholesale service blasted
Newspaper and magazine wholesalers need to improve their service to independent retailers dramatically as 96% of shop owners would consider switching distributor if they were able to, according to research by The Grocer.In light of the recent...
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Marmite blob proves too scary
Marmite has landed in hot water with advertising watchdogs over a commercial showing a huge blob chasing people down the street, after parents complained it left their kids suffering from nightmares.Manufacturer Unilever UK Foods said it was...
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Review ordered of levy body workings
Ministers have ordered an independent review into the efficacy of farming and food levy bodies such as the British Potato Council and Milk Development Council.The review – which will also cover the Meat and Livestock Commission, Home Grown...
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Foreign veg breaching MRLs
Growers of exotic vegetables abroad are failing to get to grips with complex rules on pesticide residue limits, according to the Fresh Produce Consortium.Under forthcoming EU harmonisation of Maximum Residue Limits, some have effectively been...
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Wake up call for province
Tesco has warned suppliers in Northern Ireland that they compete in a global marketplace so must become more efficient as well improve quality.Cliff Kells, commercial manager for Tesco, told suppliers in the province that they were no longer...