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NEW 🥩 Mr Beast
YouTube megastar and host of Amazon Prime's Beast Games, Mr Beast's beef jerky is coming to supermarkets and forecourts across the country
YouTube megastar and host of Amazon Prime's Beast Games, Mr Beast's beef jerky is coming to supermarkets and forecourts across the country
February 13, 2026 at 5:52 PM
NEW 🥩 Mr Beast
YouTube megastar and host of Amazon Prime's Beast Games, Mr Beast's beef jerky is coming to supermarkets and forecourts across the country
YouTube megastar and host of Amazon Prime's Beast Games, Mr Beast's beef jerky is coming to supermarkets and forecourts across the country
#TomorrowsPapersToday
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February 13, 2026 at 4:32 PM
#TomorrowsPapersToday
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For Valentine’s Day 2026 retailers are rolling out their annual dine-in deals while attempting to hold prices steady
Here’s what the UK’s biggest supermarkets have to offer for all the lovers tomorrow
Here’s what the UK’s biggest supermarkets have to offer for all the lovers tomorrow
Battle of the Valentine’s Day supermarket dine-in deals
Retailers roll out their annual dine-in deals while attempting to hold prices steady in a market still under pressure from inflation and loyalty pricing
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February 13, 2026 at 3:07 PM
For Valentine’s Day 2026 retailers are rolling out their annual dine-in deals while attempting to hold prices steady
Here’s what the UK’s biggest supermarkets have to offer for all the lovers tomorrow
Here’s what the UK’s biggest supermarkets have to offer for all the lovers tomorrow
Co-branding has evolved from novelty launches to a core grocery strategy
Explore why partnerships are proliferating, what makes them work, and profile the most attention-grabbing collaborations from Heinz x Morley’s to Cadbury x Biscoff
Explore why partnerships are proliferating, what makes them work, and profile the most attention-grabbing collaborations from Heinz x Morley’s to Cadbury x Biscoff
How co-branding became grocery’s ultimate marketing strategy
Once reserved for occasional promotions, co-branding has become a core strategy for grocery brands seeking to refresh mature categories
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February 13, 2026 at 2:08 PM
Co-branding has evolved from novelty launches to a core grocery strategy
Explore why partnerships are proliferating, what makes them work, and profile the most attention-grabbing collaborations from Heinz x Morley’s to Cadbury x Biscoff
Explore why partnerships are proliferating, what makes them work, and profile the most attention-grabbing collaborations from Heinz x Morley’s to Cadbury x Biscoff
NEW 🍫 Easter
Oat milk chocolate brand HAPPi to launch new #plantbased flavour for Easter 2026
Pistachio Crunch Easter Egg available from Waitrose and Amazon for rsp: £15/155g
Oat milk chocolate brand HAPPi to launch new #plantbased flavour for Easter 2026
Pistachio Crunch Easter Egg available from Waitrose and Amazon for rsp: £15/155g
February 13, 2026 at 1:06 PM
NEW 🍫 Easter
Oat milk chocolate brand HAPPi to launch new #plantbased flavour for Easter 2026
Pistachio Crunch Easter Egg available from Waitrose and Amazon for rsp: £15/155g
Oat milk chocolate brand HAPPi to launch new #plantbased flavour for Easter 2026
Pistachio Crunch Easter Egg available from Waitrose and Amazon for rsp: £15/155g
The UK’s winter supplies of key fruit and veg items could be hit after floods “devastated” farms in Spain and Morocco 🍊
Floods in Spain and Morocco set to hit UK fruit & veg supply
The flooding has devastated farms supplying olives, strawberries, citrus, avocados and winter crops
www.thegrocer.co.uk
February 13, 2026 at 12:08 PM
The UK’s winter supplies of key fruit and veg items could be hit after floods “devastated” farms in Spain and Morocco 🍊
Scottish salmon exports to China boomed in 2025 thanks to a growing Chinese middle class
Demand for Scottish salmon surges in China
According to HMRC data released on 12 February, Scottish salmon retained its crown as the UK's top food export, with growth in China and the US particularly profound
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February 13, 2026 at 11:11 AM
Scottish salmon exports to China boomed in 2025 thanks to a growing Chinese middle class
M&S has issued urgent new guidance to staff after a social media exposé of the #foodwaste that stores put in bins
M&S issues update to all stores on food waste after exposé
The retailer is among a number of major grocers whose store bins have been filmed in recent weeks by the Instagram and TikTok account Food_waste_inspector_
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February 13, 2026 at 10:08 AM
M&S has issued urgent new guidance to staff after a social media exposé of the #foodwaste that stores put in bins
Retailers are ready and willing to top up Healthy Start vouchers for families
But low awareness and digital issues could derail it
But low awareness and digital issues could derail it
Is there a future for Healthy Start supermarket top-ups?
Retailers are ready and willing to top up Healthy Start vouchers for families. But low awareness and digital issues could derail it
www.thegrocer.co.uk
February 13, 2026 at 8:07 AM
Retailers are ready and willing to top up Healthy Start vouchers for families
But low awareness and digital issues could derail it
But low awareness and digital issues could derail it
Scotch whisky exports to the US have fallen by 15% since the imposition of 10% #TrumoTariffs last April
Scotch whisky exports to US down 15% since tariff imposition
Scotch was navigating 'significant challenges across multiple markets', the SWA said
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February 12, 2026 at 8:07 PM
Scotch whisky exports to the US have fallen by 15% since the imposition of 10% #TrumoTariffs last April
Co-op Wholesale has launched its overhauled Nisa symbol group
Giving retailers the choice of a new commercial model that drops membership fees and surcharges in exchange for sourcing 75% of stock from the wholesaler
Giving retailers the choice of a new commercial model that drops membership fees and surcharges in exchange for sourcing 75% of stock from the wholesaler
Co-op Wholesale launches new Nisa model with fees scrapped and 75% sourcing requirement
The move aims to create a simpler, more consistent buying structure for retailers
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February 12, 2026 at 7:07 PM
Co-op Wholesale has launched its overhauled Nisa symbol group
Giving retailers the choice of a new commercial model that drops membership fees and surcharges in exchange for sourcing 75% of stock from the wholesaler
Giving retailers the choice of a new commercial model that drops membership fees and surcharges in exchange for sourcing 75% of stock from the wholesaler
Government accused of rowing back from promises to “get out of the way” and let the industry run its under-fire #EPR packaging tax
EPR: government ‘backtracks’ on plans for industry-run scheme
Sources told The Grocer the language from PackUK was a "major change in tone" compared with its message in the autumn
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February 12, 2026 at 6:06 PM
Government accused of rowing back from promises to “get out of the way” and let the industry run its under-fire #EPR packaging tax
🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨
The Welsh government allowed to launch a #DRS including glass in pivotal decision from Westminster
Sources say this will have huge implications for the UK rollout planned for October next year
🔗 Read the full story here:
The Welsh government allowed to launch a #DRS including glass in pivotal decision from Westminster
Sources say this will have huge implications for the UK rollout planned for October next year
🔗 Read the full story here:
Wales given Internal Market go-ahead to include glass in deposit return scheme
The UK government today announced it had approved the Welsh government's application under the Internal Market Act for devolved powers to push ahead with a breakaway DRS
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February 12, 2026 at 6:04 PM
🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨
The Welsh government allowed to launch a #DRS including glass in pivotal decision from Westminster
Sources say this will have huge implications for the UK rollout planned for October next year
🔗 Read the full story here:
The Welsh government allowed to launch a #DRS including glass in pivotal decision from Westminster
Sources say this will have huge implications for the UK rollout planned for October next year
🔗 Read the full story here:
NEW 🐰 Easter
Nestlé Confectionery has added a swathe of treats for Easter 2026, including two marbled Kit Kat Eggs
🔗 See what's new here: https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/nestle-adds-kit-kat-aero-milkybar-and-rowntrees-treats-for-easter/715216.article
Nestlé Confectionery has added a swathe of treats for Easter 2026, including two marbled Kit Kat Eggs
🔗 See what's new here: https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/nestle-adds-kit-kat-aero-milkybar-and-rowntrees-treats-for-easter/715216.article
February 12, 2026 at 5:05 PM
NEW 🐰 Easter
Nestlé Confectionery has added a swathe of treats for Easter 2026, including two marbled Kit Kat Eggs
🔗 See what's new here: https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/nestle-adds-kit-kat-aero-milkybar-and-rowntrees-treats-for-easter/715216.article
Nestlé Confectionery has added a swathe of treats for Easter 2026, including two marbled Kit Kat Eggs
🔗 See what's new here: https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/nestle-adds-kit-kat-aero-milkybar-and-rowntrees-treats-for-easter/715216.article
Just Eat has launched a trial of four-legged delivery robots in Milton Keynes
Just Eat launches robo-dog delivery trial in Milton Keynes
The robo-dogs can bound up staircases, reach speeds of 14km an hour, open gates, dodge (actual) dogs and carry 30kg of food
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February 12, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Just Eat has launched a trial of four-legged delivery robots in Milton Keynes
The Magnum Ice Cream Company CEO praises “solid operational performance” in the company’s first year end outside Unilever
Magnum on target post-Unilever with ‘solid’ performance
Magnum navigated the separation from Unilever to win 1.5% volume growth in the year, up from 1.1% in FY2024
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February 12, 2026 at 3:03 PM
The Magnum Ice Cream Company CEO praises “solid operational performance” in the company’s first year end outside Unilever
The Treasury ordered Defra to include “full recovery” for the first year of the government’s new EPR packaging tax in its budget figures
Even though they were warned it was an unachievable goal, The Grocer can exclusively reveal
Even though they were warned it was an unachievable goal, The Grocer can exclusively reveal
Treasury demanded Defra budget for ‘impossible’ full EPR recovery
Senior sources told The Grocer that Treasury bosses had been warned it was an 'impossible task' for EPR to balance the books in the first year
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February 12, 2026 at 2:02 PM
The Treasury ordered Defra to include “full recovery” for the first year of the government’s new EPR packaging tax in its budget figures
Even though they were warned it was an unachievable goal, The Grocer can exclusively reveal
Even though they were warned it was an unachievable goal, The Grocer can exclusively reveal
NEW 🍬 Sweets
Confectionery brand Fini launching Mini Mochis to tap growing demand for “globally inspired sweets”
🔗 See where to get them here: https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/fini-adds-mini-mochis-to-tap-growing-demand-for-asian-sweets/715156.article
Confectionery brand Fini launching Mini Mochis to tap growing demand for “globally inspired sweets”
🔗 See where to get them here: https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/fini-adds-mini-mochis-to-tap-growing-demand-for-asian-sweets/715156.article
February 12, 2026 at 1:08 PM
NEW 🍬 Sweets
Confectionery brand Fini launching Mini Mochis to tap growing demand for “globally inspired sweets”
🔗 See where to get them here: https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/fini-adds-mini-mochis-to-tap-growing-demand-for-asian-sweets/715156.article
Confectionery brand Fini launching Mini Mochis to tap growing demand for “globally inspired sweets”
🔗 See where to get them here: https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/fini-adds-mini-mochis-to-tap-growing-demand-for-asian-sweets/715156.article
Filippo Berio pours its olive oils into squeezy bottles to lure the TikTok generation
Filippo Berio pours olive oils into ‘modern’ squeezy bottles
Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Classico and Chilli are available in the new format
www.thegrocer.co.uk
February 12, 2026 at 12:12 PM
Filippo Berio pours its olive oils into squeezy bottles to lure the TikTok generation
Unilever’s focus on core ‘power brands’ has helped insulate the fmcg giant from slowing markets
It has won 3.5% underlying sales growth from a 1.5% rise in volumes
It has won 3.5% underlying sales growth from a 1.5% rise in volumes
Power brands drive growth at ‘simpler, sharper’ Unilever
Unilever's focus on core 'power brands' has helped insulate the fmcg giant from slowing markets to win 3.5% underlying sales growth (USG) from a 1.5% rise in volumes.
www.thegrocer.co.uk
February 12, 2026 at 11:11 AM
Unilever’s focus on core ‘power brands’ has helped insulate the fmcg giant from slowing markets
It has won 3.5% underlying sales growth from a 1.5% rise in volumes
It has won 3.5% underlying sales growth from a 1.5% rise in volumes
Oatly has achieved its first full year of underlying profitability
The turnaround started under CEO Jean-Christophe Flatin in 2023 finally gains traction
The turnaround started under CEO Jean-Christophe Flatin in 2023 finally gains traction
Oatly posts first-ever full year of profitability
CEO Jean-Christophe Flatin said hitting a profit for the year was a milestone but 'not our destination'
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February 12, 2026 at 10:10 AM
Oatly has achieved its first full year of underlying profitability
The turnaround started under CEO Jean-Christophe Flatin in 2023 finally gains traction
The turnaround started under CEO Jean-Christophe Flatin in 2023 finally gains traction
BACK 🍫 Kinder Bueno
Ferrero UK has brought back Kinder Bueno Dark after a seven-year hiatus
🔗 Read the full story here: https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/ferrero-revives-kinder-bueno-dark-after-seven-year-hiatus/715163.article
Ferrero UK has brought back Kinder Bueno Dark after a seven-year hiatus
🔗 Read the full story here: https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/ferrero-revives-kinder-bueno-dark-after-seven-year-hiatus/715163.article
February 12, 2026 at 8:08 AM
BACK 🍫 Kinder Bueno
Ferrero UK has brought back Kinder Bueno Dark after a seven-year hiatus
🔗 Read the full story here: https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/ferrero-revives-kinder-bueno-dark-after-seven-year-hiatus/715163.article
Ferrero UK has brought back Kinder Bueno Dark after a seven-year hiatus
🔗 Read the full story here: https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/ferrero-revives-kinder-bueno-dark-after-seven-year-hiatus/715163.article
Joybuy setting up direct supply relationships with several major brands ahead of UK launch
Joybuy taps brands for direct supply ahead of launch next month
The online retailer has already established 'dedicated brand pages' on its site and app for brands
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February 11, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Joybuy setting up direct supply relationships with several major brands ahead of UK launch
M&S is updating the packaging of its ‘Only 5 Ingredients White Rolls’ and Light Rye Flour after complaints to Trading Standards
The Real Bread Campaign complained that 11 ingredients were listed on the back of pack despite the front claiming only five
The Real Bread Campaign complained that 11 ingredients were listed on the back of pack despite the front claiming only five
M&S’s ‘Only 4 Ingredients’ loaf becomes ‘Only 6 Ingredients’
The Real Bread Campaign complained to Trading Standards last year about a "numerical mismatch" in labelling claims on bread products in M&S's Only... Ingredients range
www.thegrocer.co.uk
February 11, 2026 at 7:07 PM
M&S is updating the packaging of its ‘Only 5 Ingredients White Rolls’ and Light Rye Flour after complaints to Trading Standards
The Real Bread Campaign complained that 11 ingredients were listed on the back of pack despite the front claiming only five
The Real Bread Campaign complained that 11 ingredients were listed on the back of pack despite the front claiming only five
Appetite-suppressant weight-loss drugs are set to reshape demand for dairy products, predicts AHDB
UK dairy industry will be reshaped by GLP-1s, AHDB says
The AHDB has said the rise of GLP-1 drugs offer opportunities for the UK dairy industry as demand for nutrient-dense products rises
www.thegrocer.co.uk
February 11, 2026 at 6:06 PM
Appetite-suppressant weight-loss drugs are set to reshape demand for dairy products, predicts AHDB