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Indies ring in an early Christmas as grocery sales soar
10 December 2020 ChristmasThe latest figures from Kantar reveal that consumers spent a record amount on food and drink in November – and December spending is predicted to be even higher -
How cheesemongers can boost their Christmas sales
08 December 2020 ChristmasConsultant Justin Tunstall explains how cheesemongers can get the tills ringing this Christmas with ‘Quantitative Cheesing’ -
What could Brexit mean for food prices?
08 December 2020 BrexitThe food and drink sector remains unclear about how Brexit will impact business, but research shows a no deal exit could lead to price rises for fruit and vegetables -
UK organic exports get the green light
07 December 2020 BrexitThe European Union's decision to recognise Britain's organic products comes as a “huge relief” to the sector – but over the long term, questions still remain -
The post-Brexit ethical opportunity for UK brands
03 December 2020 BrexitResearch by GlobalData shows that consumers are prioritising sustainable, local and ethical food and drink, creating a way for British brands to get ahead after Brexit -
How coffee shops can continue enticing consumers in-store
03 December 2020 CoronavirusMike Hughes, head of research and insight at FMCG Gurus, explores how independents can attract customers to their foodservice operations - despite the circumstances -
Questions remain over sustainable farming roadmap
01 December 2020 BrexitFarming and environment groups urge the government to provide clarity on details of its path to sustainable farming -
Darren Henaghan, Borough Market: “The simple joy of sharing good food and drink”
30 November 2020 Christmas"Have no doubt, Christmas this year is going to be a bit weird," says Darren Henaghan of Borough Market in his latest exclusive column for Speciality Food -
How Covid-19 is changing consumers’ relationships with food
30 November 2020 CoronavirusIs the pandemic helping to break down the disconnect between consumers and food producers? -
Will there be a blue cheese shortage this Christmas?
27 November 2020 ChristmasSmall blue cheese producers are facing supply issues after halting production earlier this year due to Covid-19 uncertainty -
Why producers are joining forces on Christmas hampers
26 November 2020 ChristmasAfter a tough year, producers are coming together to support one another through the festive season by collaborating on hampers and selection boxes -
Here’s what the Christmas bubble rules mean for retailers
25 November 2020 CoronavirusWith a new tier system in England and a UK-wide relaxing of Covid-19 restrictions over Christmas, retailers are likely to see a festive sales boost
