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n Criticism that UK recycling regulations lack teeth has bee
Recycling is an emotive issue so the suggestion that the UK's current policies might not be achieving a great deal is bound to stir up strong feelings. The fact that the UK's second largest recycling compliance scheme Wastepack failed to meet last...
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This week began with a phone call to a multiple buyer who wa
Most people just say hello when they answer their mobile phone. He said: "And who's calling the Golden Shot today then?" I guess some suppliers think they have hit the jackpot if they make contact. On to the British Poultry Council annual lunch,...
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If we didn't have a picture you probably wouldn't believe us
Innovation in quick meals is at the forefront in France this spring where Matines has launched a new concept of omelette kits under its Les Idées Malines brand. Two varieties are available Omelette Paysanne and Omelette Provençale. The pack...
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F ew markets are a sure bet as a long-term winner, but soft
The last year has been no different. And all the industry predictions for the next 10 years indicate that the market will continue to expand and grow for the forseeable future. Soft drinks have now become such an integral part of the daily...
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The serious decline of the hot beverages market is forcing m
In continental Europe and in other parts of the world, iced beverages have been well received but in the UK they are still struggling. However, Unilever Bestfoods says one of its brands is poised to establish a new iced tea segment within the soft...
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I wouldn't normally thank you for biscuits, crisps or other
The two varieties Milk Chocolate Hobnobs and Milk Chocolate Digestive biscuits are bite-sized' versions of the standard biscuits and they come in appropriate snack-size packs. Packaging is not unattractive, although only the shiny silver...
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Pharmacists threaten a boycott to halt deregulation
Pharmacists in the Irish Republic are threatening industrial action in a bid to prevent supermarkets muscling in on their market. Regulations restricting entry into the sector were scrapped two months ago by health minister Michael Martin, opening...
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Tilda extends Rizazz brand with five premium sauces
Tilda is extending its Rizazz brand with the launch of a five-strong range of premium ambient sauces in pouches. In Waitrose, Sainsbury and Asda next week, the new arrivals join the brand's pre-cooked microwaveable flavoured rice range, which...
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Total confusion reigns in brands
Sir; Safeway chairman David Webster hit the nail on the head when he suggested an all-British food brand (The Grocer last week, p4). I agree we are seeing a cumulative fragmentation of branding between the English regions, Scotland and Wales,...
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CARBONATES: LOSING FIZZ?
They've taken a hit from the growth of water and fruit juices but don't write carbonates off yet says Lisa Riley Carbonates have been the star of the soft drinks market for decades, their growth outstripping virtually all the other segments each...
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Smith takes over as chief executive of Pride Valley Foods
David Smith has become chief executive of flat bread producer Pride Valley Foods. Smith was previously divisional md of international locksmith and key manufacturer Williams Kidde. Pride Valley chairman Hossain Rezaei said: "David has a long...
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Wizard second round at the movies to fuel Christmas confecti
Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings will battle it out in the confectionery aisles as well as at the cinema box office this winter. Confectionery giants Cadbury and Masterfoods will go head to head in the fight for sweet-toothed children, using...
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Clubcard takes to the internet as Tesco.com strives for perf
Anne Bruce Tesco.com customers will soon be able to spend Clubcard vouchers online in a new focus on quality, according to CEO John Browett. Trials of a modified web site are already under way in house, allowing staff to redeem Clubcard loyalty...
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Midfield mohawk comes on side for the World Cup
Guinness is letting World Cup fever go to consumers' heads with an offbeat on-pack promotion which goes into stores next week. As part of a £2.5m marketing push behind the brand for the event, special 17 packs of Guinness Draught in cans will...
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Co-operative Group may offer space to partners
Elaine Watson The Co-operative Group is considering letting out space in stores to strategic partners' which may not necessarily come from within the society's stable of businesses, revealed retail controller Malcolm Hepworth. A general store...
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n Speciality producers must return to Ireland's culinary roo
Ireland's image as a clean and green food producer is the envy of many countries and there's a desire to further refine its offer. But it's not on the big conglomerates that the authorities in the Republic are pinning their hopes it's on the...
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Race to get ready for Cup
First Quench aims to rebrand 153 BP Connect Victoria Wine outlets to Thresher Wine Shops by May 17. The ambitious project is part of First Quench's ongoing Victoria Wine conversion plan. Head of strategic partnerships Maureen Gilbert explained the...
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D emand for energy and sports drinks shows so sign of waning
But retailers still remain unprepared. Space hasn't been made available and lucrative sales have been lost. A Zenith survey in September 2001 found 62% of Tesco, 31% of Safeway, 18% of Sainsbury and 12% of Asda stores had shortages of brand leader...
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It's time for tea to turn on the herb therapy decides Tetley
Simon Mowbray Tetley has revealed ambitious plans to create a "totally new sector" in the tea market. The company is launching Tea:therapy, a range of teas which make a "normal cuppa" but have the added taste of herbs. Coming in three different...
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Moondarra prefers dining at home
Australian wine Moondarra is entering a new phase of its development this month with a launch into the off-trade. Wine and spirits distributor Waverley has sold the brand successfully in the on-trade and has adapted it for sale in the take home...