Nov 2, 2018 | Fish Processing, News, Retailing
The Marine Conservation Society’s (MCS) new Good Fish Finger Guide reveals some brands are more sustainable than fresh fish. The society found that 85% of fish in the fish finger products it investigated came from green rated ‘Best Choice’ fish. MCS says the...
Oct 31, 2018 | News, Retailing
Food and drink manufacturers are reporting an increase in costs as a result of stockpiling ahead of a possible ‘no-deal’ Brexit. The Food and Drink Federation’s (FDF) latest business confidence survey reveals that over a third (38%) of food and drink manufacturers are...
Oct 23, 2018 | News, Retailing
Morrisons has lost its challenge to a High Court ruling that it is liable for a data breach which saw thousands of its employees’ details posted online. The Court of Appeal has upheld the original decision against the supermarket, issued in December 2017....
Oct 22, 2018 | News, Retailing
Tesco is continuing the roll-out of its new discount chain, with two new Jack’s stores opening in Middlewich, Cheshire, and Rubery, Worcestershire. Jack’s area manager for Rubery, Tony Sinkinson, said: “It’s fantastic to open the new store and welcome customers in...
Oct 19, 2018 | Confectionery, Food Equipment & Services, News, Retailing
With Halloween approaching, food suppliers are being advised to plan for the specific needs of target shoppers, a report shows. Category management and shopper marketing specialist Bridgethorne says that suppliers need to identify and prioritise their shopper messages...
Oct 18, 2018 | Food Packing, News, Retailing
Online recipe box service, Mindful Chef, announced the appointment of former Marks & Spencer head of food, online and strategy, Tim Lee, as CEO. With previous senior roles in food and retail, including positions with M&S and Tesco, Lee is said to bring with...
