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Sainsbury's-Asda merger blocked as watchdog concludes prices would increase
The UK's competition watchdog has blocked the proposed merger between supermarket giants Sainsbury's and Asda.
Kraft Heinz 'hires bankers to explore sale of frozen potato brand Ore-Ida'
Kraft Heinz has reportedly hired bankers to explore a sale of its frozen potato brand just days after announcing a change at the helm of the US food giant.
Nestle reveals advances in US frozen food, Brazil as Q1 sales rise
Nestle booked first-quarter sales that beat market expectations, describing the period as a "solid start" and calling out particular areas of growth.
US vegan business Beyond Meat could raise $200m from IPO
Plant-based burger firm Beyond Meat has confirmed the launch of its initial public offering and revealed what it expects to raise from the listing.
Premier Foods 'expected to explore break-up'
Premier Foods has reportedly hired bankers at an advisory firm to explore what might amount to asset disposals.
How can SME food businesses attract a buyer?
Big Food is increasingly looking to acquire innovative SMEs operating in fast-growth categories but what does a small business need to do to...
Is the tide already turning for Kraft Heinz?
With the surprise announcement of a new chief at US food major Kraft Heinz, Simon Harvey looks at what Miguel Patricio might bring to t...
Keep it real on regenerative agriculture
Amid the growing interest in regenerative agriculture, just-food's US columnist outlines which companies are leading the charge - and has ad...
Connecting with Generation Z - FUTURES
just-food's FUTURES service presents its latest free-to-read analysis, with Lucy Britner setting out how food companies should best market a...
How could 3D printing shape food innovation?
3D printing could prove a transformative technology, from meal customisation to aiding with dietary requirements. We explore the current tec...
Big Food's VC-style funds: the investments so far
just-food presents a guide to some of the main in-house venture capital funds operated by major food businesses. ...
How to grow legacy brands 17 Apr 19
Big Food still rules the roost in most product categories but legacy brand growth has stalled. Our US correspondent Victor Martino looks at how they can get their mojo back.
What does the future hold for Wessanen under private ownership? 12 Apr 19
European food business Wessanen has opted to go private after accepting a takeover offer from a consortium of investors. Simon Harvey speaks with analysts to gauge the reaction.
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UK food gives verdict on Sainsbury's-Asda ruling
Simon Harvey | 25 Apr 19
An industry body representing the UK's food manufacturers has issued its verdict on the decision to block a proposed merger between supermarket giants Sainsbury's and Asda.
Mondelez partners with Israeli food-tech incubator
Simon Harvey | 25 Apr 19
US snacking giant Mondelez International is partnering with an Israeli food-tech incubator as part of an internal venture to expand global opportunities in snacks.
ABF loses major private-label contract
Dean Best | 24 Apr 19
Associated British Foods, the UK-based bread-to-ethnic-cuisine supplier, has disclosed it has lost a notable own-label contract within its domestic business.
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Tyson, JBS hit with beef prices lawsuit
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German court blocks Iglo from using Nutri-Score
India's Haldiram's to back start-ups
Tyson exits Beyond Meat roster ahead of IPO
Wessanen announces plan for CFO
We talk to Robert Woodall, the ex-Kellogg exec now at the helm of The Meatless Farm Co., the UK meat-free firm battling to carve out a foothold in a competitive market.
Blockchain is one of a bunch of emerging technologies catching the attention of FMCG companies. We talk to dairy giant Arla Foods about a pilot they have launched.
Mars has joined the ranks of Big Food companies using accelerators to help their innovation and tap into emerging trends. Dean Best discussed the move with Mars exec Clarence Mak.
Amazon and France's Casino announce latest project
Dean Best | 24 Apr 19A year after first joining forces, the US e-commerce titan and the French grocer have set out fresh ways they are to work together.
Dean Best | 18 Apr 19A point of admin: the dates we're closed for Easter.
UK online grocer Ocado forms another overseas partnership
Dean Best | 26 Mar 19Ocado, the UK-based pure-play online grocer, is to team up with another major overseas food retailer.
Competition watchdog blocks Sainsbury's, Asda merger
The potential combination between the UK's second- and third-largest food retailers has been thrown out.
Big Food talks VC arms, accelerators and incubators
A one-stop shop featuring our interviews with Big Food execs at the forefront of reshaping their innovation processes and portfolios.
Under-pressure Kraft Heinz in spotlight
The US-based food giant is finding the going tough, squeezed by private label and more agile, on-trend brands.
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