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Lamb: Why PSA sparks objections
Subsidised private storage of meat, as proposed for stabilising the lamb market when output approaches the seasonal peak in the next few months, is less contentious politically than intervention. That's because the budgetary commitment is more...
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Opinion: Missing from Manhattan
Conspicuous absentees from New York's 47th annual Summer Fancy Food Show in Manhattan this week were Mrs Margaret Beckett and her ministerial team at DEFRA. And that's a pity. For had they made the trip across the pond they would have witnessed a...
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Tasting panel: SWAYING WILLOW
From International Wine Services. A low alcohol Australian wine marketed as a diet Chardonnay Abv: 1% Price: £3.49 Jane Brocket Master of Wine and freelance wine consultant There is no escaping the fact that this has virtually no wine...
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Leading edge: TV advertising - who needs it?
Safeway's decision to shun small screen advertising and place its faith in the good old fashioned flyer 10 million of them to trumpet its offers every week has been a resounding success. So, is TV advertising all it's cracked up to be? Steve...
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News analysis: Better Regulation Task Force small shops stud
In a red tape tangle Has the small retailer at last found a champion in the battle against regulatory burdens? Anne Bruce reports Independent retailers have long protested their business is being mummified in reams of red tape. So can a...
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Frozen food: Walker: I don't want to build another empire'
Iceland founder Malcolm Walker has confirmed he is to set up a frozen food business but dismissed speculation that he wants to start a cold war with his former firm. The first 2,500 square foot shop is due to open mid-August in Wrexham, north...
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George Greener appointed Iceland's non-executive chairman
George Greener has taken over as Iceland Group's non-executive chairman this week. He replaces temporary figurehead David Price, who was appointed chairman on a temporary basis following the corporate upheavals and departure of Malcolm Walker in...
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Multiples: Blow for Asda as Iceland gets executive star catc
The defection of Asda's trading director to Iceland is the latest in a series of board departures, marking a continual brain drain from the supermarket chain. Mike Coupe, who takes over from Russell Ford as managing director at Iceland, is being...
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Multiples: Price plus' vision key to Asda's plans for Geor
Prices in Asda's clothing business will continue to be driven down as the retailer looks to build on the double digit sales growth it is currently enjoying. Andy Bond, md of the George operation, said: "Lower prices is a key part of the George...
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Co-op ban on pesticides goes too far say farmers
The National Farmers' Union has accused the Co-operative Group of overstepping the mark after it announced a ban on suppliers using 20 types of pesticides. A spokeswoman for the NFU said only three types of pesticide on the Co-op's banned list had...
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Seeds of Change in cereal bars
Mars-owned organic brand Seeds of Change has added cereal bars to its expanding portfolio of organic products. They come in three varieties: chocolate & raisin, strawberry, and hazelnut & sultana. All are made with crisped rice and oats and are...
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Beef: Output falling but prices will feel import pressure
Buyers will be offered plenty of product from Ireland, Europe and Latin America British beef production is now almost certain to remain sharply reduced next year and could fall further in 2003, but the lower output will not necessarily keep prices...
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PR Brands and Caxton Wines come together to form Pernod Rica
Pernod Ricard has reorganised its UK business in an effort to improve service to its customers. PR Brands UK and Caxton Wines have been combined to form Pernod Ricard UK which came into existence on Monday. The aim is to make the best use of both...
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Brandwatch profile: yogurt
Top 15 brands advertised by media £k Mar '00 - Feb '01 Total Press Cinema Radio Outdoor TV Total 17,133 ...
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Brewing: Carlsberg denies talking
Speculation that Carlsberg has been in talks with Interbrew over the sell-off of part of the Bass Brewing business has been denied by the Danish brewer. The OFT is asking for comments on four proposals it believes could resolve the adverse...
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The Grocer star products: Burning but how bright?
In last Christmas’ Top Products Survey The Grocer flagged up 16 Star Product launches. Six months on, how have these lines fared? What lessons can be learnt about NPD? Karen Dempsey reports It’s a tough life for a new product. Once the launch gun…
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Retail spotlight: Costcutter, Burnt Oak
On guard for profit Stringent anti-crime measures are paying dividends for the owners of a London high street Costcutter. Anne Bruce reports Costcutter's flagship store in Burnt Oak, north London, is standing proud with its new look livery, even...
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Labatt's cabinet shuffle
A new look has been created for Labatt Ice by Interbrew UK. The Canadian lager is now sold in 330ml clear bottles featuring the message superchilled' and a blue and white maple leaf design. Marketing director Richard Evans said: "This will...
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Cadbury drives up clout in impulse
Frederick's Dairies is upping the ante in the ice cream freezer wars with the launch of a Cadbury branded freezer and a limited edition ice cream solely for the impulse market. This move marks a new focus by Cadbury whose ice creams are made...
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NBA call for price reporting service
Sir; The National Beef Association is happy to pass out bouquets to any processor who resists the temptation to take advantage of the supply movement restrictions forced on producers by a range of anti-FMD control zones hence our praise for the St...