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ONE GRAIN AT A TIME: LIDL GB RECEIVES SUSTAINABLE RICE VERIFICATION IN UK SUPERMARKET FIRST

ISN Magazine18th May 2026

by ISN Magazine18th May 20260

Lidl GB has become the first UK supermarket to have its own-label rice verified under the Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) label, marking a major step forward in responsible sourcing and environmental sustainability. The verified...

Latest News Supermarkets

Tesco Boss Ken Murphy Awarded £10.8m as Supermarket Hits Decade-High Market Share

ISN Magazine18th May 2026

by ISN Magazine18th May 20260

Tesco chief executive Ken Murphy received a pay package worth £10.8 million after the supermarket giant secured its strongest grocery market share in more than a decade, highlighting the company’s continued dominance in the...

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Growing retail crime fuels a rise of ‘have a go hero’ shoppers, with one in three customers stepping in to aid store staff, says SAI Group’s research.

ISN Magazine18th May 2026

by ISN Magazine18th May 20260

Despite changes to the Crime & Policing Act, 68% of consumers say stricter penalties won’t create meaningful change for store staff, who will still face crime in-store With 14million consumers witnessing retail crime...

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Shaping the Future of Fresh Food: A Conversation with Bobby Chacko, Bonduelle Americas

ISN Magazine15th May 202615th May 2026

by ISN Magazine15th May 202615th May 20260

Bobby Chacko is Chief Executive Officer of Bonduelle Americas, the U.S. business of Bonduelle Group — a 170-year-old, family-owned company built around the belief that plant-rich food can help build a better world. The...

Driving Innovation in Frozen Snacks: A Conversation with Emiel Lommen of Frostkrone Food Group

ISN Magazine15th May 2026

by ISN Magazine15th May 20260

Frostkrone Food Group is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers in the frozen snacks and finger food category, known for combining strong production expertise with a deep understanding of international street food and evolving...

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Reconsidering Mergers: The Case of Keroger and Albertson

ISN Magazine14th May 202614th May 2026

by ISN Magazine14th May 202614th May 20260

The Background of the Keroger and Albertson Merger The recent failure of the Keroger and Albertson merger has raised significant questions about the role of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in regulating mergers in...

Global Supermarket Trends: AI and Sustainability Take Center Stage (May 14, 2026)

ISN Magazine14th May 202614th May 2026

by ISN Magazine14th May 202614th May 20260

The global supermarket landscape continues to evolve rapidly today as major retailers ramp up investments in AI-driven inventory management to combat rising operational costs. In Europe, several leading chains have announced new initiatives to...

Latest News Supermarkets

Marks & Spencer Begins Construction on Landmark £340m Automated Food Distribution Centre

ISN Magazine13th May 2026

by ISN Magazine13th May 20260

Construction is underway at M&S’s landmark Food distribution centre The new site is the largest ever investment in M&S supply chain to support long‑term growth Set to open in 2029, the 1.3 million sqft...

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Sainsbury’s Nectar360 partners with Merlin Entertainments to help families across the UK enjoy more quality time for less with Nectar

ISN Magazine13th May 202613th May 2026

by ISN Magazine13th May 202613th May 20260

Nectar members can now spend points at over 20 Merlin attractions across the UK, including Alton Towers Resort, Thorpe Park, LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort, Chessington World of Adventures Resort, the London Eye and SEA LIFE...

Featured Reports

Gen Z serial returners grow 3.5-fold in just 3 years, rising from 15% in 2023 to 53% in 2026

ISN Magazine13th May 202614th May 2026

by ISN Magazine13th May 202614th May 20260

38% of shoppers are no longer put off by traditional returns deterrents – 14% of Gen Z try to bypass returns fees by selling items on Vinted rather than returning direct to a retailer...