In December 2008, Premier Foods announced that it would discontinue jam in the UK under the Robertson brand in 2009. The Hartley's name was concentrated on the jam range. In 2012, Premier Foods sold its sweet spreads and jellies business to US multi-national Hain Celestial for £200 million.
Why was there a golliwog on Robertsons jam?
Called a golliwog when it appeared on Robertson's jars in 1910, the figure became a target for anti-racist campaigners in the 1980s who said it was an insulting and degrading depiction of black people. The character was removed from television adverts in 1988 following protests from anti-racism campaigners.23 Aug 2001
When did Robertsons stop using golliwog?
2001
Which marmalade had a golliwog?
First golliwog dolls Robertson's jam disappeared in 2008 when owner Premier Foods decided to focus solely on its ever-popular Golden Shred Marmalade, the very first product cooked up in the Robertson family kitchen 150 years ago.2 Feb 2017
Can you still buy Robertsons jam?
Robertson's jam, a breakfast table fixture for generations and a symbol of controversy for its use of the Golly character, is being axed. The makers of the jam have decided to phase it out.8 Dec 2008
Where did the Robinsons golliwog come from?
Product type Food
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Country United Kingdom
Introduced 1864
Previous owners Rank Hovis McDougall Premier Foods
Website www.robertsons.co.uk
How many Golly badges are there?
The Miller Company of Birmingham made 5 different designs, each having a little Golly face peering through or around the fruit. This resulted in 6 different badges (the Raspberry and Bramble badges had the same design but with different coloured fruits). The main variation with these badges is the stamping on the back.4 Aug 2020
When did Robertsons drop the golliwog?
After much criticism and prolonged campaigns to expose the racist history of the image, Robertson's finally dropped the golly from its packaging in 2001.
Is marmalade suitable for Vegans?
The core ingredients of both marmalade and jam are plant-based, so most supermarket marmalades are vegan. However, a small number of brands also use gelling agents to hold the ingredients together. A common example is gelatin, which is made using animal products.
Is Robertson's Golden Shred marmalade?
Robertsons Golden Shred Marmalade 454g. Give your taste buds a sweet treat; give them Robertson's Golden Shred! It is a unique orange marmalade recipe that has become incredibly popular all over the UK. The bits of orange peel that make up the "Golden Shred" are said to be the best things in this marmalade.