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Queen’s speech falls short for independent retailers
11 May 2022 NewsThe Queen’s annual speech ahead of the new parliamentary year has left some small businesses feeling underwhelmed -
What does the future of seasonal eating look like?
10 May 2022 SustainableWith growing climate disruption causing early harvests and milder winters, seasonal eating may look very different in the near future – but is seasonality really over? -
How a cut in business rates could help independents mitigate rising costs
09 May 2022 NewsWith inflation at its highest level in 30 years, retailers are demanding a permanent cut to business rates to help them absorb rising costs and invest in staffing -
Environment secretary tells consumers to shop ‘value brands’ in response to inflation hike
06 May 2022 NewsEnvironment Secretary George Eustice has been criticised for his ‘out of touch’ comments suggesting struggling families should buy value products to tackle the cost-of-living crisis, but what effect could this advice have on independent fine food retailers? -
Is the UK ready to become a cashless society?
05 May 2022 NewsDigital payments seem to be more desirable in both the eyes of businesses and consumers over the last couple of years, but with the rise in the cost of living, more people are now relying on cash to help them budget -
Dairy crisis threatens spiralling costs of cheese and milk for indies
04 May 2022 NewsWith Brexit wreaking havoc on European supply chains and fuel prices sky-high as a result of the war in Ukraine, farmers and retailers are now dealing with a growing dairy crisis -
The Brexit effect
03 May 2022 BrexitWith Brexit now officially in full force, fine food retailers across the UK are struggling with costs and supplier issues when it comes to importing European produce -
Behind the Counter: Low/No at Whole Foods Market
28 April 2022 NewsAlice Fishman, speciality buyer at Whole Foods Market, shares the retailer’s experience of low/no alcohol beverages -
How to cash in on barbecue season
28 April 2022 NewsThe warmer months herald the arrival of many food lovers’ favourite outdoor feasts; here’s what to stock to make the most of the opportunity -
UK Food & Drink Shows return with a bang
28 April 2022 NewsAfter a two-year hiatus, UK Food & Drink Shows returned to Birmingham’s NEC this week with added feel-good factor -
The Farm Shop & Deli Retailer Awards crowns its regional winners
25 April 2022 SustainableThe winners of 2022’s Farm Shop & Deli Retailer Awards have been crowned at the show currently being held at Birmingham's NEC
More farms across the UK are choosing eco-friendly farming, with land going through the two-year conversion period to organic rising by 34% in 2021