6 May 2025

McCain-backed vegan dips and sauces brand Simple Root makes debut

The Simple Root – a new brand of high tech vegan sauces and dips – is to make its debut. The brand was created by McCain Foods and Pilot Lite Capital , […]
6 May 2025

Asda launches second ‘refill store’, and first in Scotland

Asda has introduced its second ‘refill store’, selling a range of branded and own-label products in loose format. The store in Glasgow Toryglen is the first […]
6 May 2025

Plant-based nitrites replacement may cut link between red meat and cancer

Fears about the link between processed meats and cancer could be allayed by replacing nitrites as a preservative with plant-based alternatives, a new study suggests. With […]
6 May 2025

Wholesalers call for suppliers to hike prices on price-marked packs

Wholesalers have urged suppliers to hike the rsps featured on price-marked packs as rising costs are eroding margin and presenting a “major problem”. The calls come […]
6 May 2025

Poundland to close stores on Boxing Day as a reward for staff

Poundland has joined a growing list of retailers to confirm stores will close on Boxing Day as a reward for staff for their hard work through […]
6 May 2025

Mondelez sends Primal Pantry cease and desist letter over ‘Milka Lilac’ packaging

Mondelez has threatened Primal Pantry owner Nurture Brands with legal action for using packaging that is a similar colour to the trademark lilac of its Milka […]
6 May 2025

Government strikes deal with CF Industries to restart CO2 gas production

The government has sealed a deal with US chemical giant CF Industries to restart CO2 gas production at its two UK sites. Full detail of the […]
6 May 2025

​Leon launches ‘plant-rich’ soups and salads range into Sainsbury’s

Leon is targeting health-conscious home workers with the launch of a range of “plant-rich” soups and salads into Sainsbury’s. Three soups – Curried Coconut & Sweet […]
6 May 2025

Pret a Manger unveils ambitious growth plans after losses spiral to more than £250m

Pret a Manger has plunged more than £250m into the red as the Covid pandemic wiped more than £400m from sales in 2020, newly filed Companies […]
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