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  • Monday, May 7th, 2012, (9:11 am)

    THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET – THE NEXT BIG TREND

    It seems that as an industry we’re always on the back-foot being blamed for making people fat and shortening their lives, but here’s our chance to get on the front-foot and run with a really good way-of-eating which ticks all the health boxes and is delicious and convenient.

    So why The Mediterranean Diet and why now … because our researchers tell us that The Mediterranean Diet is a perfect point where scientific understanding meets consumer needs.

    And when it makes headlines like Mediterranean Diet can add 15 years to life” we know it’s something worth looking into. (more…)
  • Friday, May 4th, 2012, (3:29 pm)

    LACTOFREE WINS BEST FRESH DAIRY CAMPAIGN PRIZE AT ELOPAK AWARDS

    Lactofree, the UK’s first lactose-free dairy range, has been awarded ‘Best Fresh Dairy Campaign’ at the Elopak Dairy Marketing Awards for its 2012 advertising campaign.

    Lactofree was also a finalist in the ‘Best Butter or Dairy Spread’ category of the Dairy Innovation Awards for its new Lactofree spreadable.

    The results were announced at a special Gala Dinner on 25 April during the 6th Global Dairy Congress in Oslo. (more…)
  • Friday, May 4th, 2012, (1:15 pm)

    NEW SUMMER RANGE FROM MARYLAND COOKIES

    Burton’s Biscuit Company is unveiling a seasonal first in the UK’s £2bn biscuit category with the launch of a summer range of Maryland, the UK cookie brand.

    Maryland Strawberry & White Choc Standard (200g; rrp £1.39) and Maryland Summer Fruit Big & Chunky (200g; rrp £1.79) will be available all summer.

    They will be joined in May for three months by limited edition Maryland Great British Summer Big & Chunky (200g, rrp £1). (more…)
  • Friday, May 4th, 2012, (9:09 am)

    SOURZ UNVEILS NEW LIMITED EDITION SUMMER BERRY FLAVOUR

    Sourz has announced the launch of a limited edition flavour for Summer 2012.

    With its Spirited Summer Berry flavour and a new ‘Brit Pack’ design, the new bottle aims to encourage consumers to celebrate a Great British 2012.

    Presented in a red, white & blue Union Jack inspired bottle, the new summer edition has been designed to represent 2012 British spirit, attitude and pride. (more…)
  • Friday, May 4th, 2012, (9:03 am)

    ACCOLADE WINES UNVEILS NEW READY TO SERVE RANGE

    Accolade Wines is unveiling a new Ready to Serve (RTS) range with the launch of four new drinks from the Hardys, Banrock Station and Stone’s brand stables.

    These product launches – which hope to complement Accolade’s top-selling wine brands –  are designed to appeal to existing wine drinkers as well as new consumers.

    The range had already achieved listings in leading convenience stores and supermarket chains. (more…)
  • Friday, May 4th, 2012, (7:12 am)

    EASY BEAN LAUNCHES NEW FAIRTRADE SPANISH PUCHERO

    Bean company Easy Bean is celebrating Fairtrade status for a third product – its improved recipe Spanish Puchero pot.

    The Spanish Puchero Fairtrade white beans with Riojan chorizo, sweet red pepper and rich smoky pimentón – is marketed as a choice for lunch or served with crusty bread or rice for a more substantial evening meal.

    A Puchero is a hotpot eaten across Spain and South America and is named after the bulbous earthenware pot in which it was traditionally cooked. (more…)
  • Thursday, May 3rd, 2012, (3:00 pm)

    LURPAK LIGHTEST SPREADABLE INTRODUCES NEW 250G FORMAT

    Lurpak is launching its latest new product offering, Lurpak Lightest Spreadable, in a smaller 250g format following the launch of Lurpak Lightest Spreadable 500g in January.

    Designed to appeal to smaller households and convenience retailers, 250g Lurpak Lightest Spreadable is the brand’s lowest fat spreadable, made with real butter.

    The new 250g format aims to allow Lurpak to more easily compete with other low fat spreads in similar formats on the market by offering health conscious consumers a low fat product. (more…)
  • Thursday, May 3rd, 2012, (1:35 pm)

    STARBURST SET FOR MULTI-MILLION POUND RE-LAUNCH

    Starburst is set to unleash a multi-million pound brand re-launch, which challenges consumers to ‘let their Starburst out’.

    The activity, which kicks off this month, includes a range redesign, the introduction of a new sharing format and a limited edition pack tapping into the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.

    The re-launch represents the biggest brand investment for Starburst in over five years and will be supported by a fully integrated through-the-line marketing drive. (more…)
  • Thursday, May 3rd, 2012, (11:29 am)

    SHARWOOD’S LAUNCHES NEW TV ADVERTISING

    Premier Foods is back on TV with Sharwood’s the Asian cuisine brand.

    The creative heralds the launch of Sharwood’s Wrap Kits with a new 30 second TV execution, featuring the Sharwood’s Chefs.

    The new TV advertising campaign runs for six weeks from 1 May and forms part of a £4m fully integrated ATL and in-store campaign. (more…)
  • Thursday, May 3rd, 2012, (9:06 am)

    MANAGING FOOD & HEALTH SCARES

    In our industry Managing Food & Health Scares is a very serious and sensitive issue.

    That’s why we think our upcoming Managing Food & Health Scares Seminar on Wednesday 30th May is unmissable.

    It will be held, as usual, in Daventry Northants, and we’ll look at: (more…)
  • Thursday, May 3rd, 2012, (7:16 am)

    PETER’S FOODS RELEASES NEW SPICY PIES

    One of the UK’s pie and pasty brands has launched a major drive to spice up a British food tradition.

    Peter’s Foods has unveiled three new products which together aim to serve UK consumers’ demand for flavours with a continental kick – along with a slice of 2012 patriotism.

    The Wales-based company’s Spring launches will be driven by a marketing campaign using multi-media channels and featuring a media survey, website updates, social media, sampling, traditional advertising and PR. (more…)
  • Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012, (3:18 pm)

    BIG PRAWN CO LAUNCHES NEW SEAFOOD SNACKS

    The Big Prawn Co is launching four new seafood products aimed at the snacking and canapé market.

    The company has developed Shellfish Jelly Shots – chilled crayfish, mussels and prawn suspended in boozy jelly – which will launch into UK retailers in time for the Jubilee and Olympics this summer.

    The chilled shots, which have a shelf life of 21 days, come in packs of 12 (rsp: £4.99) each containing three flavours: Crayfish Margarita, Mussels Bloody Mary and Prawn Mojito. (more…)
  • Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012, (1:12 pm)

    HARRY RAMSDEN’S SIGNS A DEAL WITH BIRDS EYE

    Birds Eye is launching a rival to Young’s Chip Shop range after signing a deal with Ranjit Boparan to manufacture a range of co-branded Harry Ramsden’s products.

    The deal will see the return of Ramsden’s products to supermarkets after years of absence.

    In the past the Harry Ramsden’s range was made by Young’s. (more…)
  • Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012, (11:30 am)

    NATURE’S TABLE TEAMS UP WITH MOSHI MONSTERS

    Nature’s Table, a brand in the healthy eating food industry for nearly thirty years are the latest firm to team up with Mind Candy to
    produce a new range of healthy snacks aimed at the children’s phenomenon Moshi Monsters™ demographic.

    ‘Moshi Munchies’ are rolling out as part of Nature’s Tables healthy snacking campaign.

    Moshi Monsters is an online world for boys and girls aged 6-12 and has over 60 million registered users across the globe. (more…)
  • Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012, (9:13 am)

    AMY’S KITCHEN LIGHT AND LEAN HITS THE SHELVES

    Amy’s Kitchen is expanding its offering and entering the market of calorie controlled meals with the launch of its new Light and Lean range.

    The portioned control meals are aimed at consumers looking a convenient meal which can also be part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

    Launching with two Light and Lean meal choices; Spaghetti Italiano Bowl and Black Bean and Cheese Enchilada, for both vegetarians and meat eaters alike. (more…)
  • Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012, (7:02 am)

    FOX’S BISCUITS RELEASES LIMITED EDITION PRODUCTS

    From the Queen’s Jubilee to major sporting events, this summer is all about the best of Britain and celebrating everything the nation has to offer.

    To mark the occasion, Fox’s Biscuits has unveiled two new limited edition products: Vinnie’s Best of British Biscuit Selection Tin and Fox’s Classic Best of British Pack.

    With a regal design inspired by the Queen’s Jubilee, the limited edition products hope to appeal for celebratory occasions, from picnics to street parties. (more…)
  • Tuesday, May 1st, 2012, (3:02 pm)

    DAIRY CREST CUTS MILK PRICE FOR CONTRACTED FARMERS

    Dairy Crest has announced a 2p per litre cut to the price paid to farmers on its standard contract.

    The announcement comes as the company continues to try to redeem its struggling liquid milk business.

    The move affects 575 farmers, who will now receive 26.61ppl for their milk from 1 May. (more…)
  • Tuesday, May 1st, 2012, (1:12 pm)

    MCVITIES UNVEILS NEW DIGESTIVE PACKAGING

    United Biscuits is rolling out limited-edition Union Jack packaging for its McVitie’s Digestives next month.

    The packaging will feature the tagline ‘Proud to be British since 1892’.

    Sarah Heynen, marketing director of Sweet Biscuits at UBUK said: (more…)
  • Tuesday, May 1st, 2012, (11:12 am)

    NEW MEDITERRANEAN SOUP OF THE MONTH FROM NEW COVENT GARDEN

    Soup brand New Covent Garden is hoping to bring an early taste of summer to consumers with its ‘Taste of the Mediterranean’ Soup of the Month.

    ‘Galina’s Tomato, Spelt and Pancetta Soup’ was crowned May’s Soup of the Month via New Covent Garden’s social media campaign, which encourages consumers to create soups based on a pre-selected theme and vote for their favourites.

    The winning soup, based on May’s ‘Taste of the Mediterranean’ theme, was created by consumer Galina Varese and was inspired by her love of the robust and rustic flavours of the Tuscan region of Italy. (more…)
  • Tuesday, May 1st, 2012, (7:21 am)

    JACKPOTS REBRAND AIMS TO BOOST SALES

    As competition in the premium crisp sector increases, one brand is keen to be at the forefront with a brand new look.

    Jackpots crisps, which are produced on the farm in Essex, have forgone their bright and bold design in favour of a subtle, Union Jack branding, all in time for this summer’s patriotic events.

    The new packaging offers a clean look whilst retaining its Union Jack branding. (more…)
  • Monday, April 30th, 2012, (5:09 pm)

    BOTTLEGREEN LAUNCHES LIMITED EDITION BOTTLE FOR ELDERFLOWER SEASON

    Adult soft drink manufacturer has announced the launch of a new limited edition bottle design to welcome the elderflower season.

    The exclusive design will feature on both bottlegreen’s elderflower cordial and sparkling presse bottle and has been crafted to deliver shelf stand out and give the brand improved style credentials.

    The design is centred on a new print, which will appear on bottles during a limited time only to coincide with the elderflower season. (more…)
  • Monday, April 30th, 2012, (3:25 pm)

    DISCOVERY FOODS TO MARKET ROLLED TORTILLAS

    Discovery Foods is hoping to take the meal kit market to another level by becoming the first brand to market rolled tortillas at the cornerstone of four new Perfect Mexican Meal kits.

    Launching into the fast-growing Mexican category, which is currently worth £152.8m, the introduction of the new Perfect Fajita Kit builds on the success of Discovery’s previous Fajita and Enchilada Kits.

    The products claim 15% less cardboard on-pack whilst still containing the same contents. (more…)
  • Monday, April 30th, 2012, (11:12 am)

    RED TRACTOR LAUNCHES TREAM RED TRACTOR FOR 2012

    The Olympic Games is fast approaching, and to celebrate being a part of LOCOG’s Food Vision for the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Red Tractor is launching Team Red Tractor (‘Team RT’).

    Team RT covers Red Tractor farmers, processors and packers, wholesalers and contract caterers that will feed the Olympic athletes, coaches, officials and millions of visitors to the event.

    Commencing 30th April, Red Tractor is introducing Team RT’s 7 champion farmers in a 5-day UK tour aimed at school children. (more…)
  • Monday, April 30th, 2012, (9:11 am)

    THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET – THE NEXT BIG TREND

    It seems that as an industry we’re always on the back-foot being blamed for making people fat and shortening their lives, but here’s our chance to get on the front-foot and run with a really good way-of-eating which ticks all the health boxes and is delicious and convenient.

    So why The Mediterranean Diet and why now … because our researchers tell us that The Mediterranean Diet is a perfect point where scientific understanding meets consumer needs.

    And when it makes headlines like Mediterranean Diet can add 15 years to life” we know it’s something worth looking into. (more…)
  • Monday, April 30th, 2012, (7:23 am)

    MCDOUGALLS BEST OF BRITISH PACK REDESIGN

    With a whole host of events to celebrate this year, Premier Foods has announced its new limited edition Best of British McDougalls flour pack.

    From the brand that patented Self Raising flour and contains 100% British Wheat, Mcdougalls has been pushing the importance of keeping Britain baking since 1864.

    The celebratory McDougall’s packs are available in 500g and 1.5kg, Self Raising and Plain and are due to hit stores from mid May in time for afternoon teas for the Jubilee and last all the way through Euro 2012 championships, Wimbledon, and the Olympics. (more…)
  • Friday, April 27th, 2012, (1:12 pm)

    LONG CLAWSON DAIRY LAUNCHES CLAXSTONE RANGE

    British cheese brand Long Clawstone Dairy unveiled its new Claxtone range at the Food and Drink Expo at NEC Birmingham last month.

    The dairy hosted its first stand at the UK’s largest food and drink trade exhibition, and exclusively showcased its new collection of Claxstone British cheeses: Blue Stilton, Shropshire Blue, Aged Leicestershire Red and Smooth Blue.

    The new range met praise from some of the industry’s cheese and dairy experts with its four flavours made for cheese consumers and connoisseurs alike. (more…)
  • Friday, April 27th, 2012, (11:09 am)

    FUNKIN EXPANDS HOME COCKTAIL RANGE WITH 1 LITRE FORMAT

    Cocktail brand Funkin is expanding its off-trade range with the launch of 1 litre cocktail mixer packs, to capitalise on the increasing demand for cocktails and the trend for pitcher serves.

    Available initially in Sainsbury’s supermarkets at the end of April and located in-store in the mixer aisle, the launch follows the success across the UK retail trade of the individual mixer pouches.

    The 1 litre range retails at £3.99 and includes cocktail favourites, such as Funkin Strawberry Woo Woo, Funkin Mojito and Funkin Strawberry Daiquiri. (more…)
  • Friday, April 27th, 2012, (9:25 am)

    HOLLAND’S PIES ROLLS OUT NEW SAUSAGE ROLL

    Holland’s Pies is launching a new eight inch sausage roll to its chilled range.

    The new Sausage Roll will be available in Tesco stores and independent convenience stores across the North West this month.

    The pork sausage fill, seasoned with spices and baked in flaky pastry is available in a new larger 217g size adding to the brand’s existing range. (more…)
  • Friday, April 27th, 2012, (7:00 am)

    MILLIE’S COOKIES LAUNCHES NEW BRITISH-INSPIRED RANGE

    Millie’s Cookies are hoping to be at the centre of Britain’s summer of celebrations this year with a new selection of British-inspired, Jubilee-celebrating products.

    The ideal gift for street parties and family picnic treats during the extended bank holiday bonanza, Millie’s Cookies are as tasty as ever, with a special Celebrate Britain twist.

    Available from May 10th, the Jubilee Cookies and Jubilee Cookie Cupcakes are a nod to the celebrations occurring across Britain this Summer. (more…)
  • Thursday, April 26th, 2012, (3:18 pm)

    NEW KIDS ‘LAZY TOWN’ SMOOTHIES LAUNCH INTO UK MARKET

    Gerber Juice Company is launching a new range of 100% natural children’s fruit smoothies in a bid to encourage kids to drink healthily.

    The range, packaged in Tetra Wedge Aseptic cartons, is based on the children’s TV programme, Lazy Town, which promotes healthy living to children.

    Each of the three flavours is named after a main character from the show. (more…)

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