We're pleased to bring you just some of the major food & drink retail and supply stories recently covered by The Grocer.
NPA calls for more support for British pig industry
The industry has had seven successive quarters of negative margins, meaning producers have collectively lost £600m since the autumn of 2020, AHDB estimated. Read more>>
Liz Truss review considers scrapping HFSS ban and sugar tax, claim sources
Suppliers have been given fresh hope of a last minute rethink of plans for a crackdown on HFSS promotions, following reports the Treasury has launched a review into the plans. Read more>>
Sustainable products preserve of the wealthy, finds Kantar study
Sustainability Sector Index 2022 found 65% of consumers wanted to do more to be more mindful of the planet and environment but the increased cost of living prevented them. Read more>>
Government urged to protect food supply chain from energy rationing ‘disaster’
Threat to the supply chain from potential power shortages was raised during crisis talks with the government. Read more>>
Dry weather creates larger and sweeter shop-bought blackberries
However hedgerow blackberries have appeared earlier and smaller than usual as they ripened rapidly, which stunted their growth. Read more>>
Pots & Co replaces ceramic pots with glass to improve sustainability
The glass pots will be 100% recyclable and 100% reusable as part of the brand’s commitment to sustainability. Read more>>
Royal Warrants voided on 100 food and drink brands as Queen dies
Around 100 food and drink businesses could be impacted, as well as others in categories such as cleaning products and health & beauty. Read more>>
Charlie Bigham’s tops £100m sales and snaps up frozen brand By Ruby
Revenues increased 29.2% to a record £104.4m in 2020/21 thanks to new customers trying the brand’s range of meals and puddings throughout lockdown. Read more>>
Tree of Life owner claims HSBC ‘refused’ to help ease burden
The health food wholesaler experienced a “dramatic” hit to sales caused by the twin shocks of Brexit and Covid, which followed a record year when revenues exceeded £100m. Read more>>
Changes to food labelling on EU products postponed to 2024
The new food labelling rules on EU products entering the GB market will now come into force on 1 January 2024. Read more>>
Scottish government rejects calls to pause HFSS promotions ban
The Scottish government is to push ahead with a ban on HFSS promotions despite industry warnings it will leave families struggling to afford food. Read more>>
Farm shop openings to be encouraged through £110m rural fund
Local authorities in England will decide how the money is used to support their countryside communities. Read more>>
The Jolly Hog announces B Corp status in UK meat industry first
The certification means The Jolly Hog joins a growing group of companies focused on pursuing purpose as well as profit. Read more>>
Planet Organic sets new store estate target despite losses
Planet Organic is now aiming to open 100 new stores across the UK over the next three years. Read more>>
Finalist lineup for The Grocer New Product Awards 2022 revealed
Entries were scrutinised by panels of expert industry judges, who assessed and scored them on a range of metrics. Read more>>
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