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What the latest NI Protocol extension means for the food sector
02 July 2021 BrexitThe Government has been locked in a row with the European Union over the movement of chilled meats such as sausages from Great Britain to Northern Ireland -
How a focus on provenance will boost sales this summer
01 July 2021 CoronavirusStaycationers will be out in full force in the coming months, creating opportunities for fine food independents to cash in on their local credentials -
How indies can benefit from the trend for food traceability
30 June 2021 CoronavirusConsumers increasingly want to know how their food was produced, and independent retailers can provide the transparency they’re looking for -
‘Eco score’ food labels launched to inspire sustainable choices
29 June 2021 NewsA traffic-light style system aims to help consumers cut down on food with a high environmental impact, but indies have long been providing more sustainable food options -
John Shepherd, Partridges: Why premium products are flying off the shelf
24 June 2021 CoronavirusPremium wine, organic meat and expensive cheese is selling, notes John Shepherd, MD of Partridges. What does this mean for the wider speciality food industry? -
What’s next for the frozen food trend?
23 June 2021 CoronavirusAfter a stunning period of growth for frozen food during Covid, we look into where the thriving sector will go from here, and whether premium ready meals can stage a comeback -
Sustainable food packaging MD awarded MBE
21 June 2021 NewsWoolcool’s managing director Josie Morris was awarded an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for services to manufacturing and the environment -
UK-Australia trade deal: food standards in the spotlight
16 June 2021 BrexitThe UK has secured a trade deal with Australia, but farmers are still “concerned” that food standards will not be upheld. Is it a sign of things to come for post-Brexit Britain? -
Why fine food shouldn’t ignore the protein trend
15 June 2021 CoronavirusIn the wake of Covid-19, speciality retailers can expect to see more and more consumers interested in protein -
Retail snapshot: coastal towns and BBQs see summer boost
14 June 2021 CoronavirusFootfall and confidence rose in May as consumers enjoyed social gatherings, but shoppers still show an “element of caution” -
What retailers need to know about immune-boosting food
10 June 2021 CoronavirusDemand for food and drink products that support the immune system are on the rise, sparked by concerns about Covid-19 -
Why SMEs should be at the heart of the G7 summit
10 June 2021 NewsSmall food and drink businesses have showcased their resilience throughout the pandemic, and they will be central to the Covid recovery
