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Week of 2008-03-23:
Name Date
Montilla PX alliance. Montilla PX alliance. 2008-03-29
promote Montilla PX sherry in a three-year UK campaign commencing...UK campaign commencing in May. A total of ###,### [pounds
Vodka takes tube. Vodka takes tube. 2008-03-29
Lime and Blue Fresh flavours, as well as the pure vodka, are being
Eastern European beer sales soaring. Eastern European beer sales soaring. 2008-03-29
success that Polish brands such as Tyskie have experienced in the...now those have taken off as well." The retailer is now...now considering giving the category a section of its own in...and is pushing beers such as Svyturys Ekstra from Lithuania, Viru
Global tour of wine, in cans. Global tour of wine, in cans. 2008-03-29
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A new canned wine range featuring...all in ##cl aluminium cans. A sparkling white wine and another...already available and to create a brand that allows consumers to...founder. The perfect size for a single serve, the cans are
Sub-brands scrutinised us Hardys gets revamp. Sub-brands scrutinised us Hardys gets revamp. 2008-03-29
Constellation Europe is embarking on a major rationalisation of its Hardys...of its Hardys wine range as part of a ##m [pounds sterling] investment in...brand--the biggest-ever for a wine brand in the UK...need to create more of a ladder with the range to
Acdoco overhauls cleaning portfolio. Acdoco overhauls cleaning portfolio. 2008-03-29
Beckmann and supporting it with a #m [pounds sterling] push. The...relaunch follows the sale of a stake in Acdoco last year...All Acdoco#;s brands, such as Stain Devils, Glowhite and Pro...Beckmann#;s white packaging featuring a lifestyle shot on each pack.
Grot-busting bleach launch. Grot-busting bleach launch. 2008-03-29
boosting its Domestos portfolio with a #;grotbusting#; bleach, backed with a #m [pounds sterling] ad campaign...Grotbuster, available next month, is a super-thick bleach designed to...reach surfaces. It comes in a ###ml bottle (rsp: #.##
TV push for Tic Tac. TV push for Tic Tac. 2008-03-29
back on the small screen as part of a #m [pounds sterling] multimedia campaign
Bueno goes white. Bueno goes white. 2008-03-29
is understood to be introducing a white chocolate version of its...targeted at women looking for a light chocolate treat.
A year down the line ... A year down the line ... 2008-03-29
out to Asda, Somerfield, Nisa-Today#;s, Budgens and Spar. A new rose is set to join Shiraz and Chardonnay and
Campaign trail. Campaign trail. 2008-03-29
its TV debut next week as PepsiCo ramps up plans to...in the next two years. A television advertising campaign, which will...this year, forms part of a #m [pounds sterling] spend for...The ##-second commercial shows a range of exotic fruits exploding
Hangover cure. Hangover cure. 2008-03-29
first product--Back to Normal, a tablet hangover cure--with a link to new film What...in Vegas. Consumers con win a trip to Las Vegas, tickets
Natural Red Bull. Natural Red Bull. 2008-03-29
Red Bull is introducing a #;natural#; cola. Available next month, Red Bull Simply Cola, which contains kola nut and coca
Heinz vindicated. Heinz vindicated. 2008-03-29
were from farmers#; markets. The ASA said viewers would realise a national conned product would not be made from local ingredients.
Bottlegreen goes for sharper brand appeal. Bottlegreen goes for sharper brand appeal. 2008-03-29
overhauling its packaging and launching a raft of new products including...raft of new products including a kids offer in a bid to double turnover to...range will also be rebranded as Bottlegreen later this year, while...said marketing director Andrew Mallinson. "A lot of own-label products
Orbit gets flavours in war with Trident. Orbit gets flavours in war with Trident. 2008-03-29
its battle with Trident to a new level by introducing fruit...is adding lemon & lime and a strawberry flavour from the end...to ##.#m [pounds sterling] as Cadbury#;s ##.#m [pounds...trial for consumers who prefer a fruity gum but want additional
After Gorilla: the new ad ... After Gorilla: the new ad ... 2008-03-29
Gorilla TV campaign this week as part of a record ##m [pounds sterling] ad...the Gorilla ad, which generated a #% increase in Cadbury Dairy
Stony fails to make it in crowded sector. Stony fails to make it in crowded sector. 2008-03-29
UK next month less than a year since its launch after...organic dairy fixture. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A source close to the business...was being pulled next week. A spokeswoman for Sainsbury#;s said...delisted the range in January as "sales weren#;t great". However
A practical food for the lunchbox. A practical food for the lunchbox. 2008-03-29
of growth previously. There was a slight decrease in consumption among...consumers of cheese (and Cheddar as well) were adults aged ##...were adults aged ##+ with a ##% share of consumption. Snacking...remains the key occasion. Despite a slight drop, bread was by
More farmers get on board for Seriously. More farmers get on board for Seriously. 2008-03-29
markets. It will offer suppliers a nutritional advice service and finance...advice service and finance options, as well as a competitive milk price. "Farmers want
Lower milk prices may follow quota increase. Lower milk prices may follow quota increase. 2008-03-29
price of milk could fall as a result of increased European quota...by #% for ####/## as part of an ongoing strategy...dairy farmers", adding that in a market of tight stocks, a small increase in supplies could...increase in supplies could have a disproportionate downward effect on milk
UK gets more grapefruit from Florida. UK gets more grapefruit from Florida. 2008-03-29
Florida Department of Citrus said. One million cartons out of a total of #.# million cartons shipped to Europe will
First cherries from Spain hit shelves. First cherries from Spain hit shelves. 2008-03-29
UK and Spain. "This is a quality cherry in shine, colour...include Harrods and specialist outlets as well as Tesco. These first cherries of
Valentines push lifts red meat sales. Valentines push lifts red meat sales. 2008-03-29
A promotion to boost sales of...lamb around Valentines Day achieved a #.#% redemption rate among...promotion encouraged shoppers to cook a Valentines Day meal using beef
MSC hires consultant to sharpen its image. MSC hires consultant to sharpen its image. 2008-03-29
Marine Stewardship Council is planning a global promotional push to boost...venture by Saatchi & Saatchi S, a global sustainability consultancy set up...focuses on understanding shopper attitudes. A redesign of the MSC logo...there were other countries offering a "stunning" opportunity for growth such
Call for North Sea protection zones. Call for North Sea protection zones. 2008-03-29
WWF-UK has called for a network of protected areas to...for commercially important species such as cod, haddock and plaice. "Under...Federation, however, dismissed the proposal as "fundamentally flawed", despite WWF-UK
Lloyd Maunder to increase capacity. Lloyd Maunder to increase capacity. 2008-03-29
Group, which then carried out a business review. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The...service functions and production management as a result of a duplication of roles. "Our aim
The science of innovation. The science of innovation. 2008-03-29
versions of traditional lines, such as fruit juices, energy drinks and...measure the carbon footprint of a ham sandwich, say, or be...the UK food industry has a strong reputation for R&D...R&D, there is often a lack of research, which hampers
Come and meet The Grocer team. Come and meet The Grocer team. 2008-03-29
and features ideas, check out a great subscription offer and grab...great subscription offer and grab a chance to enter a draw to win a Nintendo Wii. At stand E##...retailers the opportunity to win a brand new Citroen Berlingo van...Business Media, there will be a competition to win ### [pounds
Producers change tactics: the French fruit industry's ambitious 10-a-day fruit and veg message is getting a revamp. The intention is to improve diets and boost the variety of produce bought. Producers change tactics: the French fruit industry 2008-03-29
hit French fruit growers with a double whammy. The mild, wet...####/## winter followed by a cool summer meant the apple...summer fruits. This led to a crash in UK sales of...and veg association. This was a significant blow given that the
Slaying the Welsh dragon: our passion for provenance has brought with it a growing interest in British artisan cheeses, but cheesemakers across the Channel are starting to fight back. Slaying the Welsh dragon: our passion for provenance has brought with it a growing interest in British artisan cheeses, but cheesemakers across the Channel are starting to fight back. 2008-03-29
There#;s a battle raging across the Channel...with British cheese producers playing a card that has long been...####]. This trend is proving a barrier to French cheeses trying...Rians#; goats cheese business is a case in point. "There has
Finding the hook for meats: meat producers are struggling to get to grips with the UK market and face challenges including rising costs and, in some cases, the attention of animal welfare groups. Finding the hook for meats: meat producers are struggling to get to grips with the UK market and face challenges including rising costs and, in some cases, the attention of animal welfare groups. 2008-03-29
to them is more of a challenge. From pate to foie...French are straggling to get a handle on what the British...want from their deli counters. As a result, many are looking away...the supermarkets and towards independents as a route in. These outlets attract
The luxury treatment: beer and cider is starting to get the luxury treatment previously reserved for fine wine and expensive liqueurs--though producers are having to make compromises. The luxury treatment: beer and cider is starting to get the luxury treatment previously reserved for fine wine and expensive liqueurs--though producers are having to make compromises. 2008-03-29
##/##]. Not bad for a dark spirit in a market dominated by vodka (which...s top-selling cognac, Martell. "As a category we have benefited from...category we have benefited from a resurgence in our appreciation of...to trade up and pay a bit extra for a product they feel is truly
Ariake Europe. Ariake Europe. 2008-03-29
Japanese-owned Ariake, is hoping a mix of Japanese technological know...its innovation--infusion bags--become a hit in the UK market...bags, which work much like a tea bag, and infuse water...further and move into retail as well," says Seguin. The company
L'Epicurien. L 2008-03-29
Xavier Gandon. The company produces a range of condiments--including chocolate...chocolate, wine and flower confits, as well as spreadable savouries that can be...These two ranges were chosen as they tap into developing consumer...says. "The UK requires quite a different approach from other countries
CCLF. CCLF. 2008-03-29
Formed as a small family company in ####...Calvados La Fermiere is now a part of Agrial, the largest...popular drier brand Ecusson has a #S% share of the domestic...can make quality cider at a price that is reasonable and
Mont Tauch. Mont Tauch. 2008-03-29
drunk in the UK, under a number of brands and retailer...last month the company launched a ###,### [pounds sterling] campaign...### [pounds sterling] campaign in a bid to position the winery...is particularly important to us as we are a co-operative. The campaign features
Plastic bag poll. Plastic bag poll. 2008-03-29
government#;s plans to introduce a charge for plastic carrier bags...independent ##% #% retailers have a part to play in reducing...of headlines recently by announcing a #p charge for bags in...first retailer to have hit a voluntary target to reduce bag
Fruitful years for discount chains. Fruitful years for discount chains. 2008-03-29
biggest #o independent retailers. With a profit margin of #.#...the Home Bargains fascia, recorded a sales rise of ##% to...to initially include items such as tinned fruit and vegetables, fish...alongside branded food lines such as pasta, rice, sauces, soups, cereals
When the oil runs dry: in September RH Amar ends its partnership with Filippo Berio, almost halving the food distributor's turnover. CEO David Mellor tells Stefan Chomka why he's still upbeat. When the oil runs dry: in September RH Amar ends its partnership with Filippo Berio, almost halving the food distributor 2008-03-29
September, signalling the end of a successful ##-year partnership. That...RH Amar#;s turnover. As break-ups go, this is...break-ups go, this is a big deal. Yet David Mellor...failed to agree terms for a new contract. "We have had
A new breed of retailers: premium independents offering locally sourced and organic foods are now springing up all over London, but can they add scale. A new breed of retailers: premium independents offering locally sourced and organic foods are now springing up all over London, but can they add scale. 2008-03-29
into the bun." But after a year of searching, Satchi has...of searching, Satchi has found a baker who can manipulate organic...City Market is one of a new breed of retailer, targeting...still they come. "There is a huge market for this food
Food retail: is it still a safe haven? Investors once viewed UK food retailers as sound defensive plays, but the market and the profiles of retailers have changed dramatically. Food retail: is it still a safe haven? Investors once viewed UK food retailers as sound defensive plays, but the market and the profiles of retailers have changed dramatically. 2008-03-29
At a time when it is impossible...News at Ten without seeing a City type bemoaning his lot...food retail sector may be a wise thing to do. We...is the supermarket sector still as safe a haven as it once was for investors
The Independent. The Independent. 2008-03-29
of Seaton ore preparing for a fight against Tesco fallowing its...close to make way for a large supermarket.
The Daily Telegraph. The Daily Telegraph. 2008-03-29
light health warnings on packs as part of an anti-obesity...and the EU was forging a deal to make the system...anger Tesco, which has pioneered a different system used by more
X5 Retail Group buys Kama for 9m [pounds sterling]. X5 Retail Group buys Kama for 9m [pounds sterling]. 2008-03-29
an excellent opportunity to secure a strong position in the region...position in the region, creating a solid platform for future growth
Heineken strengthens Czech position. Heineken strengthens Czech position. 2008-03-29
which makes Zlatopramen, Breznak, Louny and Dacicky beers. It has a production capacity of #.# million hectolitres and employs ###
PepsiCo continues to grow in Russia. PepsiCo continues to grow in Russia. 2008-03-29
MOSCOW: PepsiCo and the Pepsi Bottling Group have acquired a ##.##% stake in Russian branded juice company JSC Lebedyansky
M&S invests in Czech Republic. M&S invests in Czech Republic. 2008-03-29
second franchise joint venture in a month. The retailer has acquired...month. The retailer has acquired a ##% stake in franchise operation
Integration boosted by EPoS revamp. Integration boosted by EPoS revamp. 2008-03-29
#.#m [pounds sterling] on a revamp of its EPoS system...food stores will be upgraded a week, with completion expected later...later this year. "This marks a key step in the process
Independents back plastic bag charge. Independents back plastic bag charge. 2008-03-29
backed government plans to introduce a charge for plastic carrier bags...support legislation unless there was a voluntary reduction in plastic bag...reduced carrier bag usage by as much as ##%, while another two said
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