Retail news from FPJ – Page 78
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ArticleRetailers reducing plastic packaging use
UK Plastics Pact report reveals 3,400 tonnes of plastic packaging already removed from fresh produce
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ArticleVegan food set for "biggest ever" Christmas
Veggie-based dishes have nearly doubled in sales at Waitrose as the trend continues to grow
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ArticleNatoora launches plastic-free packaging
High-end supplier develops packaging for Natoora, Waitrose and Whole Foods that can be recycled and home-composted
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ArticleCo-op to open 30 new stores before Christmas
New openings in transport hubs, city locations and residential developments follow continued growth at UK's sixth-largest grocer
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ArticleAlbert Bartlett unveils new ad campaign
New campaign ties in with the potato supplier cutting 20 per cent plastic from its packaging
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ArticleNational uncertainty slows supermarket sales
Figures from Kantar suggest the General Election and Black Friday lethargy held back sales in the last quarter
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ArticleWaitrose relaxes spec for "wonky" sprouts
Retailer reveals wet autumn has created hardships for farmers, with buyers taking on as much of UK crop as possible
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ArticleAmazon launches Brussels sprout ketchup
Limited edition festive product is made from 15 sprouts per bottle, combined with a selection of fresh flavourings
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ArticleAbel & Cole launches healthy workplace scheme
Fed by Abel & Cole has launched in London with the promise of helping colleagues get together over healthy, organic food
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ArticleCrunch time for Spanish Kakis
Spanish Persimon is ramping up its marketing campaign as production of one of Valencia’s most emblematic fruits soars. Maura Maxwell reports
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ArticleIndoor vertical farms in further M&S stores
German tech produce pioneers, Infarm, furnish six more M&S stores in London with vertical farms
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ArticleWelsh Co-op store focuses on fresh
New 2,500 sq ft outlet in Carmarthen puts fresh and vegan food at the heart of its offer
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ArticleLouise Fresco to argue for industrial food production
Science professor will argue for an expansion of industrial food production at the City Food Lecture next year
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Article"DNA shopping" pop-up lands in Waitrose
DnaNudge uses shoppers' genetic profile to help make healthier food and drink decisions on the spot using just a wristband
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ArticleRhian Bartlett named fresh food boss at Sainsbury's
Former category manager rejoins the supermarket after spells at Screwfix and eBay
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ArticleAgri-app among start-ups partnered by M&S
The retailer's joint venture with Founders Factory picked out food waste start-up, Cogz, as innovative new business
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ArticleGoose Fat Roasts exclusive for Sainsbury's
Supermarket to list new Albert Bartlett chilled potato line in time for the Christmas season
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ArticleMoney talks in packaging
The higher cost of sustainable packaging, and consumers' reluctance to pay more for it, are an obstacle to progress as the fresh produce sector strives to cut its plastic waste
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ArticleFoodVentures to expand global operations
Dutch greenhouse business that prioritises underdeveloped supply chains and markets will open new facility in China
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ArticleOcado announces first 'mini' depot
New Customer Fulfilment Centre will be built in Bristol to handle 30,000 order per week