Retail news from FPJ – Page 381

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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.

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    Asda rolls back to push forward

    1999-10-15T00:00:00Z

    Asda is reaping the benefits of the price war currently gripping the UK's supermarkets, industry experts say.

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    Safeway local heroes.

    1999-10-08T00:00:00Z

    Kentish producers benefitted from a one-day promotion of their produce, held at Safeway.

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    Olga and CWS launch veg venture

    1999-10-08T00:00:00Z

    CWS Broadoak, part of CWS Farms Group, together with Old Leake Growers Association (Olga) has formed new trading venture called Yorkshire Vegetables.

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    Safeway goes local

    1999-10-05T00:00:00Z

    Safeway ran a promotion for local produce at its Maidstone store last Friday, as part of a nationwide push to encourage local consumers to eat locally-grown produce.

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    Supermarket price war moves up a gear

    1999-10-04T00:00:00Z

    The UK's big supermarket chains announce large price cut packages.