Fresh & Farming
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“How was Christmas for you?”
10 January 2017 Speciality BitesThe most commonly asked question around the food world at this time of year must be: “How did Christmas go?” Initial feedback we have received suggests that it was generally positive for many retailers in the speciality food sector, although ask me again in a couple… -
December Sees Consumer Spending at Highest Since 2014
09 January 2017 NewsFestive sales contributed to the strongest quarter for consumer spend since 2014, according to the Visa UK Consumer Spending Index -
EPOS Systems: 5 Things to Consider
06 January 2017 NewsEPOS systems are a necessary expense, but all too often businesses invest in cheaper, sub-par technology which cause problems later down the line. Following the release of his ultimate guide to getting your system right, Nigel Bogle, founder and CEO of Lakeland Computers, shares his top… -
Tracklements Launches Valentine’s Day Promotion
05 January 2017 NewsCondiment maker Tracklements is giving away giant display teddy bears with orders of its Fresh Chilli Jam -
7 Must-stock Traditional Scottish Products
04 January 2017 NewsSarah Yearsley, owner of The Scottish Deli, shares its most popular traditional items -
Retail Growth Will Stagnate in 2017 Warns Think Tank
03 January 2017 NewsPolitical uncertainty fuelled by Brexit and Trump means retail growth in Britain will stagnate in 2017, predicts the KPMG/Ipsos Retail Think Tank -
“Onwards and upwards”
02 January 2017 On The FarmThe New Year is a time for looking ahead. Working Farm wise, we’re looking forward to the spring when the mornings are that bit lighter and a little bit warmer! It’s a way off, but we know that lambing will be with us soon enough and… -
“Monogamy: overrated?”
02 January 2017 Town CrierHow many partners have you had? If it is a small part of your business, it may be that you use just a single supplier. If it plays a major part, multiple suppliers may be needed to achieve the range that you want -
“Blurred vision”
02 January 2017 OpinionRarely has a year ahead looked so confused as when trying to predict the opportunity and challenges that face the dairy trade in 2017 -
“Reasons to be cheerful”
02 January 2017 Expert EyeAs I write this halfway through November 2016, the very thought of the past year causes a sharp intake of breath. The Brexit uncertainty, the American election, declining sales and a fainting pound scarcely bring a smile to the face unless you happen to be looking… -
“Happy New Year!”
02 January 2017 Fine FoodWelcome to a New Year as yet untarnished and still full of optimism. Magazine editors everywhere will have got together and commissioned a raft of pieces about the future for January. What are the trends for 2017? Will there be some new 'must-cook' foods? Will there… -
The Interview: Pev Manners, Belvoir
02 January 2017 NewsEver wondered what it takes to make a homegrown business a global phenomenon? Pev Manners shows us how it’s done
