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Week of 2008-03-30:
Name Date
Don Pumsey: at the Department of Retail Infrastructure and Pricing. Don Pumsey: at the Department of Retail Infrastructure and Pricing. 2008-04-05
ensuring the retail industry is as well run and regulated as, say, banking, I rarely get...BA, BAA and probably BAe as well for orchestrating the closure...have straggled to arrange such a farce), giving me a precious ##-hour break on...boy do those hacks know a good story when they see
A balancing act in organic milk. A balancing act in organic milk. 2008-04-05
British dairy farmers have a lot to deal with these...by enlisting the services of a Tai Chi Muster or Sifu...members moves renowned for bestowing a mood of wellbeing. Drawing inspiration...across the country, assigning each a series of easy-to-follow
Waitrose puts its best false foot forward. Waitrose puts its best false foot forward. 2008-04-05
Is Waitrose considering stealing a march on its rivals by...food items that are classified as #;surgical, medical, dental and veterinary...customers want to pick up a spare hip or an extra...Selling spare parts may seern a radical departure but surely it
Ministry of Sound releases new vodka. Ministry of Sound releases new vodka. 2008-04-05
and non-dubbers and produce a series of campaigns that really...launch is being backed by a seven-figure campaign including a "seeding campaign" of product placing...promised Heyes. "We are taking a giant leap away from the
The 1,899 [pounds sterling] Champagne experience. The 1,899 [pounds sterling] Champagne experience. 2008-04-05
Hennessy UK (MHUK) is launching a #,### [pounds sterling] at...sterling] at-home Champagne experience as part of its ongoing indulgence...Coffrets, which will come with a "boudoir experience" for up to...home experiences with friends;#; said a spokeswoman at the company. The
Harveys very rare sherries. Harveys very rare sherries. 2008-04-05
targeting connoisseur wine drinkers with a new VORS (Very Old Rare...four-strong range consists of a Fine Old Amontillado, Pale Cortado...hoped the sherries will have a halo effect on the whole...concentrated on commercial wines such as Bristol Cream and failed to
Magners to ramp up presence in off-trade. Magners to ramp up presence in off-trade. 2008-04-05
the off-trade this year as it attempts to stem plummeting...months, will continue to grow as the company taps into the...step in Magners#; evolution and as drinking at home becomes more...over-ice proposition will remain a feature of our activity but
Take pride in London. Take pride in London. 2008-04-05
Brewer Fuller Smith & Turner is investing in a burst of spring advertising to promote its London Pride ale
Name change for Herrljunga Cider. Name change for Herrljunga Cider. 2008-04-05
Herrljunga has been relaunched with a new name, packaging and formulation...##, is the result of a joint ###,### [pounds sterling...in the UK we needed a strong strategic partner and to...new consumers into the category as well as keep existing cider drinkers interested
China sponsor deal. China sponsor deal. 2008-04-05
sponsorship deal with Chino Now, a six month UK-wide festival...festival of all things Chinese. As port of the ###-event
Gaymer goes local with County range. Gaymer goes local with County range. 2008-04-05
for local produce and premium products are the target of a new range of ciders from the Gaymer Cider Company. The
Wells & Young's beers now 'super-premium'. Wells & Young 2008-04-05
s is hoping to create a super-premium category within the...three of its beers in a new range. It has also...Ale, which have been relaunched as bottle-conditioned beers with redesigned...are in the premium range as is a new addition, Young#;s Kew
Champagne for fine food. Champagne for fine food. 2008-04-05
Pol Roger Pure Brat is a sans dosage Champagne, meaning no...but we have arguably produced a more refined product," said company
Sun Valley focuses on premium nuts. Sun Valley focuses on premium nuts. 2008-04-05
is supporting the launch with a ##,## [pounds sterling]#...pack, will also benefit from a new sun-blushed sweet cherry
Hands-free 100 cleaning. Hands-free 100 cleaning. 2008-04-05
is expanding its range with a toilet cleaner aimed at people...hanging blocks, Harpic Hygienic is a solid cleaning block that doesn...at "germ-conscious" consumers, said a spokeswoman for parent company Reckitt...week and is backed by a #.#m [pounds sterling] spend.
Llanllyr claims first with canned water. Llanllyr claims first with canned water. 2008-04-05
company Llanllyr Water is launching a retail range of canned mineral...s first still water in a can. The still and sparkling...Llanllyr Water first entered retail a few years ago with its...our environmental ethos for years as plastic just wouldn#;t sit
Kelkin turns attention to UK market. Kelkin turns attention to UK market. 2008-04-05
and better-for-you products in the UK next month as it tries to double sales to more than ##m [pounds
Appletiser standalone arrives on world stage. Appletiser standalone arrives on world stage. 2008-04-05
and is being supported by a #.#m [pounds sterling] campaign...to overtake Shloer and become a number two brand behind Britvic...the same first-year success as Appletiser variant Peartiser, which was...sub-brand and would be a focus for innovation, said marketing
Doctor Who is back. Doctor Who is back. 2008-04-05
re-introducing Doctor Who Frubes as a limited-edition to coincide with...Doctor Who licence resulted in a ##% sales growth for the
Kerrygold is kicking off a new TV campaign to reinforce the message that it only uses 100% butter, which it says makes the spread taste better than rivals'. Kerrygold is kicking off a new TV campaign to reinforce the message that it only uses 100% butter, which it says makes the spread taste better than rivals 2008-04-05
OMITTED] Kerrygold is kicking off a new TV campaign to reinforce...campaign will launch with a ##-second commercial that will...Last year#;s campaign generated a ##% sales uplift. Kerrygold#;s
Second TV ad for Giovanni. Second TV ad for Giovanni. 2008-04-05
TV campaign on Monday, with a #.#m [pounds sterling] investment...made in the style of a spoof political TV drama. The
Gu adds puds with party wow-factor. Gu adds puds with party wow-factor. 2008-04-05
Chocolate Trifles. The NPD represents a concerted effort by the company...puddings were designed "to create a wow-factor dinner party dessert...market where consumers purchase without a special occasion in mind--an
Gatorade steps up UK activity with free from. Gatorade steps up UK activity with free from. 2008-04-05
aggressive push into UK retail as PepsiCo looks to take on...UK next month supported by a #m [pounds sterling] spend. Manufactured...that consumers perceive sports drinks as too artificial," said Britvic marketing...Stewart. "The opportunity to provide a sports drink that can better
Banish the blemish. Banish the blemish. 2008-04-05
Works With Water has launched Beauty, a spring water with an ingredient the brand claims can reduce
Spicy Sensations. Spicy Sensations. 2008-04-05
Walkers has added a Szechuan Spice flavour to its...###g and ##g packs, arrives as Walkers introduces a ##p price for four of
Cadbury Trebor Bassett is relaunching its Set the Juice Loose ad campaign, which first aired in 1991, as part of a 2.4m [pounds sterling] investment for the Maynards Wine Gums brand this year. Cadbury Trebor Bassett is relaunching its Set the Juice Loose ad campaign, which first aired in 1991, as part of a 2.4m [pounds sterling] investment for the Maynards Wine Gums brand this year. 2008-04-05
which first aired in ####, as part of a #.#m [pounds sterling] investment...year. The TV ad features a Scottish man dancing and singing...said. "We expect to see a resurgence in the brand#;s...the campaign, driving new trial as well as encouraging purchase from those who
Promoting books. Promoting books. 2008-04-05
Mars UK is investing #.#m [pounds sterling] in a TV campaign to promote the tie-up between Galaxy and
Irn-Bru extensions grow fizzy business. Irn-Bru extensions grow fizzy business. 2008-04-05
s iconic soft drink brand, as it grows its core carbonate...NPD around Irn-Bru following a strong first year nationally and...The company has also registered a trademark for Irn-Bru Edge...for Irn-Bru Edge. Speaking as the business reported a ##% rise in annual pre
Chicago Town in taste tests. Chicago Town in taste tests. 2008-04-05
and run until mid-June as part of a #m [pounds sterling] investment in
Nestle teams up with Boost Juice Bars to take on Innocent. Nestle teams up with Boost Juice Bars to take on Innocent. 2008-04-05
Boost Juice Bars to create a new smoothie brand to take...with functional ingredients, backed by a #m [pounds sterling] spend. They...our number-one focus for a good few years," said Jan...and juices sector will be a particularly fast-growing part of
Kit Kat is launching a 9m [pounds sterling] ad campaign next week featuring pop group Girls Aloud for its new indulgent Senses brand. Kit Kat is launching a 9m [pounds sterling] ad campaign next week featuring pop group Girls Aloud for its new indulgent Senses brand. 2008-04-05
OMITTED] Kit Kat is launching a #m [pounds sterling] ad campaign...five-piece, which were revealed as the new faces of the...last month, are seen on a red carpet surrounded by impatient...group and is seen holding a Senses bar. As she unwraps the chocolate the
Sure Girl gets embarrassing momentum. Sure Girl gets embarrassing momentum. 2008-04-05
deodorant brand Sure Girl with a marketing campaign launching on #...features cringe-worthy moments such as a younger brother checking private emails...brother checking private emails or a dad dancing in front of...fans the chance to win a make-over and a photoshoot with the show#;s star.
How to dig your dinner. How to dig your dinner. 2008-04-05
#### with Dig Your Dinner, a campaign to highlight the brand...highlight the brand#;s roots as a seeds business. The press ads...food titles. The campaign follows a relaunch of the pasta-to...brand in January to create a more cohesive image and improve
Posh ketchup launched in Heinz sauces revamp. Posh ketchup launched in Heinz sauces revamp. 2008-04-05
Heinz is launching a posh tomato sauce in an...The move is part of a wider revamp of its sauces...Ketchup are two products in a raft of NPD from Heinz...this year. Other lines include a Dell Mayo range, an HP
Bangkok tuna prices back on the rise. Bangkok tuna prices back on the rise. 2008-04-05
prices were dashed this week as a slight dip ended suddenly and...at more than $#,### a tonne for skipjack. Fishing in...repeated concerns over sustainability. After a good start to the year...to the year--which prompted a slight easing in price--the
Low cattle numbers hit corned beef exports. Low cattle numbers hit corned beef exports. 2008-04-05
A shortage of raw material is...exports of Brazilian canned meat. As cattle prices continue to escalate...trimmings and forequarter meat," said a source in Sao Paulo. Stewed...####/# has also created a shortage of young animals, with
Shipment delays feared for Thai pineapples. Shipment delays feared for Thai pineapples. 2008-04-05
fruit would normally be canned but the shortage has forced the fresh market to accept a lower standard.
Talking shop: there are now plenty of exciting, less familiar varieties of fresh produce on the market, but the old favourites remain the most popular with British shoppers, says Caterina Gerlotto, senior associate director at Harris Interactive. Talking shop: there are now plenty of exciting, less familiar varieties of fresh produce on the market, but the old favourites remain the most popular with British shoppers, says Caterina Gerlotto, senior associate director at Harris Interactive. 2008-04-05
Today#;s dinner plates offer a throwback to ##s Britain, with...have, it seems they ore a conservative bunch. A survey of #,### adults...people were eating more of a particular fruit or vegetable. Just...While conservatism prevails, the #-a-Day message is getting through
Cox suppliers told to cut production. Cox suppliers told to cut production. 2008-04-05
into promotional activity for much longer than we would like." As of # March there were ##,### tonnes of Cox
Import check revamp 'poses supply threat'. Import check revamp 2008-04-05
There could soon be a shortage of imported fruit, vegetables...the new procedures would operate. As a result, importers were in serious...produce supply, which will have a very real impact on the...damage healthy eating initiatives, such as the government#;s #-a-day scheme," said FPC chief
Here's the strasberry. Here 2008-04-05
is to introduce the #;strasberry#; later this year. It#;s a new sweet strawberry that gets its name from its resemblance
Brazil apples down. Brazil apples down. 2008-04-05
are forecast to drop in #### on the back of a smaller crop, according to the Brazilian Association dapple Producers.
Humber micro leaf with a Wow factor. Humber micro leaf with a Wow factor. 2008-04-05
A new brand of micro leaf...herb and salad leaves such as Thai Basil, Red Amaranth, Red...## days, and are regarded as containing a high concentration of beneficial phytochemicals...been supplying micro leaf for a while and thought it was
A traditional favourite grows in popularity. A traditional favourite grows in popularity. 2008-04-05
at teatime and have contributed to the growth of lomb as e wholesome meal at this time. Roosting is the most
Protests force Lidl to abandon hare sales. Protests force Lidl to abandon hare sales. 2008-04-05
campaigners. The German discounter began a trial selling frozen hare meat...was ending the trial. In a letter to animal pressure group...stop the hare trial following "a number of customer requests". "Please...imported Argentinian hare meat in a number of UK stores, but
Asda takes farmers to the schoolroom. Asda takes farmers to the schoolroom. 2008-04-05
A new scheme aimed at educating...day-long sessions which include a talk from a farmer, demonstrations on how to...being rolled out nationwide following a succesful trial in Rotherham. Parents...The scheme is one of a range of activities being developed
Sales soar 54% as Brits take to squid. Sales soar 54% as Brits take to squid. 2008-04-05
Demand for squid is booming as consumers begin to switch on...OMITTED] "Consumer tastes are changing as confidence in cooking with a much wider range of seafood
NZ pushes the quality card. NZ pushes the quality card. 2008-04-05
lamb producers have kicked off a UK promotional drive focusing on...young professionals, who are seen as increasingly interested in cuisine. It...We#;re looking forward to a long, successful relationship with Meat
Nasal sprays not to be sniffed at. Nasal sprays not to be sniffed at. 2008-04-05
street chemist rivals to grab a bigger share of the allergy...have knowledge and can carry a greater specialised range, consumers would...the most prevalent causes of a reaction, followed by skin, dust...year#;s damp summer had a mixed effect on sales, with
Sunny outlook for high factors. Sunny outlook for high factors. 2008-04-05
set to grow further still as manufacturers launch new hi-tech...Solaite, for instance, is launching a photostable (meaning its UV filters...contain AvoTriplex three-way protection as well as UltraMist technology, which means they...suncare is set to be a key growth area. Garnier Ambre
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