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Phase 3 ShelfWatch shows “disappointing” decline in Scottish produce
NFU Scotland has unveiled Phase 3 of its ShelfWatch initiative, expressing disappointment at the decline in support for Scottish produce.
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Morrisons reaches milestone in net zero farming journey
Morrisons says it has achieved a significant milestone in its ambitious quest for net zero farming, with one billion kilos of product measured for emissions over the past four years.
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Trips to supermarkets hit four-year high in October, says Kantar
Market research firm Kantar has published its supermarket share and inflation update for the four weeks to 3rd November, finding trips to the supermarket hit a four-year high.
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Consumers “prepared to pay more” for their bangers
With the UK Sausage Week festivities now in full swing, Meat Management has used data provided by the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board to observe sausage purchasing trends in 2024.
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AHDB conference explores changing consumer attitudes to meat eating
A conference hosted by the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board explored topics such as red meat retailing and optimisation of meat labelling.
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Kantar observes retailers lowering the price of essentials to attract customers
Market research firm Kantar has found that grocery inflation was up as take-home grocery sales also grew.
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Sainsbury’s unveils vacuum-packed fresh lamb mince packaging
UK retailer Sainsbury’s has announced it is swapping traditional, plastic tray packaging for fresh lamb mince for a vacuum-packed alternative.
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Tesco reveals 15.6% rise in profits due to “strong momentum” and investment
UK supermarket Tesco has released its results for H1 2024/25, reporting a 15.6% rise in its operating profit.
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QMS and Aldi Scotland partner to expand Scotch pork offering
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) and Browns Food Group have partnered with Aldi Scotland to double its Scotch pork offering.
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AIMS questions the use of AI to influence food purchases
AIMS has warned of potential hidden bias in Tesco AI suggestions, as supermarket boss Ken Murphy announced Tesco was considering its use to “promote healthier products”.
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Meat processing sector to feature at AHDB conference
A conference assessing consumer views on farming and retail trends will see members of the meat processing supply chain presenting sessions to industry.
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Kantar finds grocery sales up 3% over August
Market research firm Kantar has reported a rise in grocery take-home sales as the rate of inflation sits at 1.7%
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Burger sales up 32% on the year - Kantar
Market research firm Kantar has revealed that sales of burgers rose by 32% in the four weeks to 4th August 2024, compared to the previous year.
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Aldi invests £3bn into British beef suppliers
UK discounter Aldi has unveiled its plan to invest £3bn with British beef suppliers over the next five years.
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Lidl reveals £1.5bn British beef investment
UK discounter Lidl GB has committed to sourcing 100% British beef by investing £1.5 billion into the British beef industry over the next five years.
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Grocery price inflation hits lowest rate since 2021, says Kantar
According to the latest Kantar figures, grocery price inflation fell over the four weeks to 7th July as supermarket footfall increased.
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ShelfWatch finds UK discounters stock the most Scottish meat
Phase Two of the National Farmers' Union (NFU) Scotland ShelfWatch survey has been published, finding a 10.9% increase of own-label Scottish beef stocked in retailers compared to the Phase One results.A total of 90.9% of own-label lamb in Lidl was Scottish.The ShelfWatch survey, which was conducted by an independent research ...
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Tesco to rear chickens to higher welfare standards
UK retailer Tesco has announced that it will be rearing its fresh chicken to higher welfare standards.The change will provide Tesco chickens with 20% more space.Tesco said that all the fresh chicken in its core ranges would be grown with 20% more space than the industry standard, which it said ...
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Poor weather contributes to dip in supermarket footfall
UK market research firm Kantar has revealed that supermarket footfall fell over the four weeks to 9th June 2024, which it attributed to poor weather.Kantar reported a decreased supermarket footfall over the past month.Take-home grocery sales had their slowest increase since June 2022, rising by 1% over the four weeks. ...
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Plant-based wrap recalled as E.coli outbreak linked to salad leaves
Following updated information regarding the E.coli outbreak in ready to eat products, plant-based food company This! has recalled its This! Isn't Chicken and Bacon Wrap product because of possible contamination.This! has recalled its plant based wrap, while Greencore and Samworth Brothers pulled ready to eat wraps, sandwiches and subs from ...