Retail news from FPJ – Page 396

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    UK farmers markets face slippery slope

    2000-03-16T00:00:00Z

    The popularity of farmers markets is on the up in the UK but they need to tackle problems in meeting demand and securing backing.

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    Chile spends on grape market research

    2000-02-23T00:00:00Z

    Chilean exporters have been carrying out research into the performance of retailers in the winter grape category.

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    Supermarkets cleared of making excess profits

    2000-02-03T00:00:00Z

    The Competition Commission finds little evidence that the multiples are making excess profits at the end of its 18-month investigation.

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    BerryWorld on the Food Trak

    2000-02-03T00:00:00Z

    Food Trak, the electronic traceability specialists, is to install a ground-breaking package for BerryWorld.

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    Asda's HortEx display upsets growers

    2000-01-20T00:00:00Z

    Asda's decision to show it Rolling back the prices logo at this week's HortEx event in Telford, causes consternation amongst producers and the National Farmers Union.

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    UK urged to act and think global

    2000-01-13T00:00:00Z

    Delegates at the Global Retailing conference held in London this week were warned that if the UK's food and drink manufacturers wanted to take advantage of the increasing opportunities afforded by globalisation they had to act now.

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    Eurodix project targets citrus and apples

    2000-01-10T00:00:00Z

    In support of a government health drive, Eurodix Ltd has formed an association to promote an increase in the consumption of apples and citrus fruit for school children in the UK.

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    Chile sets stage for European launch

    2000-01-06T00:00:00Z

    In a further attempt to raise the profile of Chilean fresh fruit in Europe, the Chilean Fresh Fruit Association is to initiate a series of official launches in January.

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    War spreads to local retail districts

    2000-01-06T00:00:00Z

    The local neighbourhood is emerging as the latest battleground in the intensifying supermarket price wars, announces retail consultancy Verdict.

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    Supermarkets told to get personal

    1999-12-13T00:00:00Z

    A new report published yesterday has suggested that if supermarkets want to succeed in the competitive e-commerce sphere they will have to drastically alter their methods of trading.

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    Back to basics for farmers

    1999-12-10T00:00:00Z

    An NFU survey has shown that UK farmers believe selling produce directly at farmers markets is a vital channel of income

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    Samsara driving towards organics

    1999-12-10T00:00:00Z

    Samsara, the fresh produce supplier, has underlined its commitment to the growing sector with the appointment of a head of organics and receipt of a dedicated organics truck.

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    Plimsoll highlights year of opportunity

    1999-12-09T00:00:00Z

    Plimsoll Publishing's 1st Edition 2000 Portfolio Analysis: Fresh Produce points to 67 companies shaping the fresh produceindustry as it enters the next century.

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    Leighton bags top European role

    1999-12-09T00:00:00Z

    Asda's chief executive Allan Leighton has been appointed head of the group's European operations.

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    Gill thanks retailers

    1999-10-25T00:00:00Z

    NFU president Ben Gill has voiced his appreciation for the support of Somerfield and Budgens for the Union's Back British campaign.

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    Norman dishes out a few home truths

    1999-10-21T00:00:00Z

    Fresh produce sector neglected by government says supermarket boss

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    JS denies Norman approach

    1999-10-18T00:00:00Z

    Both Sainsbury's and Archie Norman have denied an official approach for the Asda chairman to switch retail camps.

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    Somerfield quashes rumours

    1999-10-18T00:00:00Z

    Somerfield has denied it is considering radical proposals to turn it into a home delivery specialist.

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    Service stations under attack

    1999-10-18T00:00:00Z

    UK motorway service stations have been criticised for their high price levels.

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    Hi Sweetie

    1999-10-15T00:00:00Z

    Jaffa Sweetie has arrived, and made an immediate impression on the UK market.