Archive of all supplier articles – Page 141
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NewsSuppliers report fall in fines for ‘drop and drive’ deliveries
Findings from a group of 20 suppliers show a 90% fall in the sums being deducted for delivery errors
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NewsWholesalers urge suppliers to extend best-before dates to prevent food waste
Ambient is the latest category to be in danger of going to waste as the hospitality industry remains shuttered
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NewsNumber of suppliers experiencing GSCOP-related issues continues to fall
The percentage of suppliers claiming to have been affected by a code-related issue has fallen for the seventh consecutive year
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NewsBlue Skies warns of rise in imported fruit prices as airlines stop passenger services
Importers are grappling with the coronavirus’ impact on global supply chains
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NewsDelistings have hit a third of suppliers since crisis hit UK
Asked if any retailer had behaved in a way contrary to GSCOP in the past five weeks, 31% of the 40 suppliers to respond said yes
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NewsCoronavirus: Arla and 2 Sisters pledge food to NHS staff and vulnerable people
The food manufacturers will donate food to hospitals and charities across the UK
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NewsOppo launches DTC service with free tubs for neighbours
All of the profits from sales will be donated to NHS Charities Together
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Analysis & FeaturesPodcast: how the food and drink supply chain has been affected by coronavirus
The coronavirus pandemic has struck every aspect of life across the UK and the world, but what does that mean for our food and drink supplies now – and once some form of normality resumes?
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NewsFood suppliers fear factories could be ‘paralysed’ by face mask recommendation
Companies say a global shortage of the equipment would make it impossible for workplaces to remain open if the advice is changed
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NewsGraham’s expands DTC delivery amid coronavirus convenience demand
However, the company has endured production difficulties as a result of panic-buying and lockdown measures
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Analysis & FeaturesHow food and drink suppliers are offering a helping hand
Supermarkets have made the headlines with hefty food donations. So how are suppliers using their reach and skills to help the world?
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NewsMoy Park turns test kitchen into meals on wheels production line
The NPD kitchen at the poultry giant’s Craigavon site in Northern Ireland is now creating 1,000 meals a week
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NewsPHE slammed for delay issuing safety guidance for factory staff
Current regulations are too vague and misinformation is adding to anxiety say industry leaders
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NewsGovernment intervention boosts wholesale and convenience stock levels
The shake-up followed crisis talks between members of the Federation of Wholesale Distributors and the government
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Analysis & FeaturesThe food & drink suppliers hiring new staff to cope with coronavirus
Thousands of workers are needed at some of Britain’s largest food & drink suppliers. We break down the roles on offer
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NewsIndustry leaders call for mass coronavirus testing of food sector workers
It has emerged online delivery company Ocado had privately ordered 100,000 Covid-19 testing kits for staff
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NewsChristine Tacon calls for retailers to help suppliers facing cashflow problems
Tacon has always previously refused to give any guidance on payment terms, because the issue is not covered in GSCOP
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RankingsBritain’s Biggest Brands 2020: the challengers
Here are the up-and-comers most likely to steal a spot in the top 100
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RankingsBritain’s Biggest Brands 2020: what will the coronavirus crisis mean for purpose-driven brands?
Is it the end for ‘touchy-feely’ brands with purpose? Or will they be more important than ever before?
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Analysis & FeaturesHow suppliers are trying to ensure we don’t run out of food
Food producers are ramping up production and recruitment amid fears over staff shortage