All articles by Vince Bamford – Page 79
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NewsShortlist for The Grocer Gold Awards 2013 revealed
The shortlist of businesses and brands in the running for the industry’s most prestigious awards has been unveiled…
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NewsGenius extends overseas reach with Dutch listing
Gluten-free bread supplier Genius Foods has expanded its overseas distribution with a listing in The Netherlands.
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NewsPremier Foods reports growth in 'power brands'
Premier Foods has said sales of its ‘power brands’, such as Hovis, Sharwood’s and Bisto, have grown for the fifth successive quarter.
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Comment & OpinionHasbro strikes back
Size might not be everything – but it certainly counts for a lot… especially when it comes to action figures.
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NewsJakks Pacific gears up for Cabbage Patch Kids anniversary
Jakks Pacific has unveiled plans to mark the 30th anniversary of the Cabbage Patch Kids brand…
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NewsHasbro fights to revive action figures with £5.99 range
Action figure sales are set to get a boost from lower-priced toy ranges being launched by Hasbro this autumn…
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NewsAmira aims to be top speciality rice brand in UK
Global rice supplier Amira has revealed ambitions to become the UK’s leading speciality rice brand…
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NewsWells and Young's launches McEwan's Red
Wells and Young’s has launched the first NPD under the McEwan’s brand since acquiring the brewer in 2011…
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NewsBelvita maker brings Barny bear cakes to UK
Mondelez International has unveiled what it claims is its biggest biscuit category launch since Belvita…
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Analysis & FeaturesHorsemeat scandal fuelling promotions in ready meals
The horsemeat scandal has contributed to the nation’s chillers and freezers becoming hotbeds of promotional activity…
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NewsTesco app offers the chance to suit up for Iron Man 3
Tesco is hoping Iron Man can help to power up its footfall this month with the launch of an augmented reality app.
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NewsJames Bond stirs up supermarket DVD sales
It’s not quite up there with saving the world, but James Bond has helped three of the big four supermarkets increase their share of the entertainment market.
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Comment & OpinionE-cigarettes' burning questions
There may be no smoke without fire – but there’s certainly plenty of fire without smoke in the electronic cigarette market…
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Category ReportFocus on toys & collectibles
Years of toy sales growth have come to a screeching halt for the supermarkets - so what needs to be done to get the wheels back in motion?
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NewsMaryland goes Gooey for 'a new experience' in biscuits
Burton’s Biscuit Co has expanded its booming Maryland brand with a new cookies range featuring a gooey centre…
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NewsTesco-listed Little Big Shot takes aim at export markets
A natural energy drink brand that recently rolled out to more than 800 Tescos has revealed ambitious export plans…
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NewsNaked adds slow energy release Protein Crunch bars
Natural Balance Foods is expanding its Nakd brand with Protein Crunch bars designed to slowly release energy…
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NewsSecond Brains IPA craft beer hits Morrisons
Morrisons is to stock Boilermaker – the second Brains craft beer to go national – in 320 stores…
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NewsPipers Crisps starts London deliveries
Pipers Crisps has started delivering its products directly to retail and foodservice customers within the M25…
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NewsSupermarkets look to c-stores to grow music & video sales
Supermarket chains are increasing the number of stores offering music, video and games…