All Ranging and merchandising articles
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Comment & OpinionWhy friction is becoming a selling point for brands
As consumers seek out difficulty for its own sake, smart brands are seeing it as an opportunity, says Tom Gray, global chief strategy officer at Imagination
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Promotional FeaturesConvenience is evolving: so should brand strategy
Traditional convenience sales models are failing. Precision-led activation is becoming the new growth driver for brands navigating a volatile channel.
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat Appleby Westward deal means for AF Blakemore and Spar
After a year of tough trading, Blakemore’s move for AWG gives it significant scale and a major presence in south west England
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Analysis & FeaturesCan the food industry make healthy diets the most affordable?
A British Nutrition Foundation report sets out a blueprint for action on obesity, urging retailers and suppliers to take the lead
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Comment & OpinionGen Z drinking habits: what the hedonism revival means for grocery ranging
New data shows Gen Z is drinking more as it hits its 20s – but the rules of indulgence have changed, says Ed Hayes, chief strategy officer at Bloom
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Analysis & FeaturesThe BAME brands bringing new flavours to grocery
BAME founders face barriers to funding and access but are nonetheless shaking up the grocery sector with innovative products from around the world
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NewsLincolnshire Co-op partners with Holland & Barrett to boost wellbeing offer
The range has been introduced into 28 of its 94 food stores, spanning products such as omega fish oil, collagen tablets and multivitamins
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Comment & OpinionAsda wants a second chance, but must show shoppers it has changed
Asda’s Take a Fresh Look campaign hopes to remind thousands of formerly loyal customers who have had their heads turned that no, really, it’s definitely changed this time
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NewsAF Blakemore, James Hall and CJ Lang bring Iceland into Spar
AF Blakemore, James Hall, and CJ Lang are behind the collaboration, with the ambition to bring the range to almost 2,000 stores over the coming months
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Range PreviewTesco launches new Korean and Japanese snack range
Tesco is pushing into Asian-inspired snacking with a new Korean and Japanese range spanning crisps, confectionery, pouch drinks and mochi-style treats
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Category ReportSpreads NPD is healthy and fuss-free as sales slide
A survey in April by Vypr of 1,800 adults found 49.2% were worried about the processing involved in making spreads
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NewsIceland-Wine Rack hybrid drives sales at Paul Cheema’s Costcutter store
Paul Cheema relaunched the store, located on Elm Tree Avenue in Coventry, in October with the additional brands
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Category ReportHow retailer innovation is winning share in own label
Today’s own-label launches are designed to give even the most forward-thinking brands a run for their money
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Category ReportRetailers boost premium tiers to increase margins
Retailers at the higher end of the market, such as Waitrose and M&S, stand to benefit in own label
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Category ReportHow different providers track own label sales
Own label made the headlines in April for its newfound dominance in grocery
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Category ReportUPF concerns contribute to sourdough boom
Sourdough remains the hottest area of growth in bread and bakery
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Range PreviewMorrisons launches The Best picky bits range for summer 2026
Morrisons has expanded its premium The Best range for summer with new picnic and ‘picky bits’ inspired by the Mediterranean
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NewsAussie beef exporters expecting strong UK demand this summer
Imports of Australian beef have continued to grow into 2026
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NewsScotmid debuts small-format store offering expanded range
The 1,600 sq ft store, which launched in Uddingston, South Lanarkshire on 30 April, features over 2,000 products
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Comment & OpinionWhy has Lidl scrapped Coupon Plus rewards in favour of Points?
Lidl says the loyalty move is based on customer feedback, but not all shoppers are convinced