FairPrice combats food waste

FairPrice combats food waste
Singapore retailer NTUC FairPrice is working to reduce its packaging waste while maintaining food safety and quality in preparation for new packaging requirements. According to a report by Eco-Business, FairPrice […]
Thu 22/10/2020 by Richard Wilkinson

British consumers flock to farm stores in wake of Covid-19

British consumers flock to farm stores in wake of Covid-19
Research published by Barclays reveals how British consumers have changed their grocery shopping habits as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. One quarter of UK consumers now claim to buy […]
Wed 21/10/2020 by RIchard Wilkinson

Asda owners reassure investors following Deloitte’s sudden exit

Asda owners reassure investors following Deloitte’s sudden exit
Asda’s new owner EG Group seeks to reassure shareholders following its auditor Deloitte’s unexpected resignation. The separation is understood to be partly due to concerns regarding a lack of independent […]
Wed 21/10/2020 by Richard Wilkinson

DIA reaps rewards of new retail strategy

DIA reaps rewards of new retail strategy
Spanish retailer DIA recorded a 7.6% rise in like-for-like sales in Spain in the third quarter, thanks to an enhanced offer and updated franchise model. According to European Supermarket Magazine, […]
Tue 20/10/2020 by Richard Wilkinson

Publix named top US supermarket for customer service

Publix named top US supermarket for customer service
Publix has been named the best US supermarket in Newsweek’s Best Customer Service 2021 list. In a joint project between Newsweek and Statista to identify the stores that consistently provide […]
Tue 20/10/2020 by Richard Wilkinson

Walmart sells off Asda

Walmart sells off Asda
Walmart has sold its majority stake in Asda in a deal that values the UK supermarket chain at £6.8 billion.
Thu 15/10/2020 by Richard Wilkinson

REYBANPAC recognised for good agricultural practices

REYBANPAC recognised for good agricultural practices
During Fruit Logistica 2020, Reybanpac received recognition from Bayer Ecuador for the implementation of good agricultural practices in the banana sector. In recent years, Reybanpac has been incorporating biofungicides into […]
Thu 08/10/2020 by Richard Wilkinson

Aldi to create 4,000 new jobs in UK

Aldi to create 4,000 new jobs in UK
German discounter Aldi is to hire 4,000 new workers in the UK, after committing to investing £1.3 billion into upgrading stores and distribution centres by 2022. The move follows a […]
Tue 29/09/2020 by Richard Wilkinson

Tesco named South African Stone Fruit Retailer of the Year 

Tesco named South African Stone Fruit Retailer of the Year 
UK retailer Tesco has been recognised by the South African stone fruit sector for its strong performance and promotional support during the 2019-20 season. South African growers’ association Hortgro presents […]
Thu 17/09/2020 by Richard Wilkinson

Asda trials removal of plastic fruit and veg bags 

Asda trials removal of plastic fruit and veg bags 
UK retailer Asda has announced is to dispense with plastic bags for loose fruit and veg bags at nine of its UK stores. The trial began on 7th September and […]
Thu 17/09/2020 by Richard Wilkinson

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