All articles by Alex Lawson – Page 63
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Compass and Brakes strike landmark deal
A landmark deal has been made between Compass Group UK & Ireland and foodservice supplier Brakes.
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ArticleSnow Scrooge threatens Christmas supplies
Key vegetable lines could be in short supply on supermarket shelves this Christmas as the UK and Europe battle against sub-zero temperatures.
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ArticlePratt's implements new IT system
S H Pratt & Co (Bananas) Ltd has implemented a new IT system to track its vehicles and take cost out of its supply chain.
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ADAS makes energy appeal
UK growers could pay as much as 10 per cent more for energy in the next few years, rural advisor ADAS has warned.
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ArticleBudgens revamps produce offer
Budgens has revamped its fresh produce offer as part of a trial to beat off competition in the convenience category.
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Co-op to launch major food campaign
The Co-operative Group is poised to launch one of its biggest ever food campaign in the new year.
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ArticleBritish asparagus marches on
Consumers spent some £21.4 million on British Asparagus during its peak eight week season, which is up 22 per cent on the previous year, it has been revealed.
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Produce World strikes Cranfield partnership
Produce World has partnered with Cranfield University to undertake a major sustainability project on soil health.
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ArticleHazeldene lands business award
Freshly prepared salad supplier Hazeldene has been named Business of the Year at this year’s Wigan Business Awards.
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ArticlePam Lloyd wins Pink Lady PR
Pam Lloyd PR has won the contract to run Pink Lady apples' communications in the UK.
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Food Dudes suffers poor backing
The Food Dudes initiative has suffered from poor backing despite excellent credentials, according to its creator.
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ArticleSupermarkets 'lack motivation' for online retail
Online grocery shopping is not booming because the retailers are not motivated towards the trend, according to analyst Mintel.
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Keith Roberts dies, aged 73
North West wholesaler Keith Roberts died last Thursday, aged 73.
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Fairtrade Afghan raisins arrive in UK
The Fairtrade Foundation has announced that Fairtrade-certified raisins grown in war-torn Afghanistan will now be available in the UK.
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New market trader scheme launched
The National Market Traders Federation (NMTF) has launched a government-backed national training scheme for new market traders.
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ArticleConsortium acquires logistics group
A multinational consortium of English, Danish and Chilean investors has purchased global fresh produce logistics business LCL Group.
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ArticleSprout shortage to create Christmas chaos
With Christmas fast approaching and the traditional dinner being planned, one of the nation’s favourite vegetables faces a race against time to grace this yearʼs plate.
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ArticleWholesale mango prices rocket
The wholesale price of mangoes in the UK is up by 145 per cent year-on-year.
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Chiquita director quits amid concerns
A senior director at Chiquita Brands International has left the company, apparently citing concerns over the multinational's financial position and operational set-up.
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ArticlePoinsettias arrive in Waitrose
Home-grown poinsettias have arrived in Waitrose ahead of a Christmas rush on the flower.