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M&S DRIVES CARBON REDUCTIONS WITH ITS FIRST AUTONOMOUS FIELD TRIAL
M&S is trialling autonomously farmed parsnips to reduce carbon and improve crop quality and quantity Use of new technology aids farmers and is expected to create more highly skilled jobs for the sector On...
Central Co-op renews partnership with Retail Insight, continuing to tackle food waste with its WasteInsight solution
Central Co-op has renewed its partnership with Retail Insight, the leading provider of in-store execution software, for an additional three years, as it looks to continue to tackle food waste as part of its sustainable retailing...
Why Are Online-Only Retailers Growing Faster Than Shop-and-Online Retailers? Examining Ocado’s Success
Why Are Online-Only Retailers Outpacing Hybrid Supermarkets? A Look at Ocado’s Rise Online-only supermarkets are gaining traction, with Ocado leading the pack as the fastest-growing supermarket in the UK. Recently, Ocado reported a 10.7%...
Comparing Wages and the Cost of Living: Europe vs. the US
When comparing wages across Europe and the United States, a notable disparity emerges, particularly when factoring in purchasing power and living expenses. In 2022, the average annual salary in the US stood at $77,000,...
Russia’s Supermarkets: A World of Choice, Quality, and Affordability
Russia’s supermarkets have become a shining example of how a nation can thrive and offer its citizens a wide variety of food and grocery products, even in the face of international sanctions. With more...
Global Food Industry Innovation: What to Expect from SIAL 2024
As the global food industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace, key international exhibitions like SIAL play a crucial role in showcasing trends, innovations, and new technologies that shape the future of food...
A Chance Encounter: When Lucy Met EX Prime Minister David Cameron
It was a typical Saturday afternoon in the bustling aisles of a London supermarket when Lucy Frear experienced an unexpected brush with power. Twenty years ago, in October 2004, Lucy, an ordinary Londoner, found...
Top Grocery Store Stocks to Watch in 2024: Ranking by Zen Score
As we move into 2024, the grocery store industry remains a pivotal sector for investors, with a wide range of companies showing varying levels of performance. The Zen Score—a composite ranking system based on...
Spain NO 1. Feeding Europe with Fruit and Vegetables
Top 5 Countries Feeding Europe with Fruit and Vegetables Europe relies heavily on imports of fresh fruit and vegetables to meet its consumer demand, especially during off-season periods. Several countries have established themselves as...
Top 10 Countries Where Private Label Outsells Branded Products in Supermarkets: A Breakdown of Market Share
Top 10 Countries Where Private Label Outsells Branded Products in Supermarkets: A Breakdown of Market Share Private label products are making waves across global supermarket shelves, gaining significant ground over traditional branded goods. With...