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Industry News‘Don’t miss out’: retailers urged to engage with new consumer directory
Leading industry organizations HFMA, NAHS and HFI are collaborating on a major new direct to consumer campaign called HealthyDoesIt.
NewsPreserve Foods opens third Bristol zero waste store
In July, Bristol saw the opening of a third branch of zero waste store Preserve Foods, this time in the village-like suburb of Westbury-on-Trym.
Guest CommentAs the lockdown lifts, let’s look to a more sustainable future
Is it possible to build a greener and more sustainable future? Yes, says Carole Bamford, founder of Daylesford, but it all starts with our soil.
Industry NewsH&B unveils refurbed store in Chelmsford
NPN takes a virtual tour of H&B’s refurbished Chelmsford store, which has been restructured to become more efficient, enjoyable and COVID-safe.
Children's HealthPlaygrounds and pandemics
As parents prepare to drop their children off at the school gates after a prolonged period of homeschooling, nerves will run high over kids’ wellbeing.
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New online store for Archie Browns
Prompted by customer demand – primarily due to the COVID-19 crisis – Truro health food...
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Ella’s Kitchen extends finger foods line
UK baby food brand Ella’s Kitchen has added to its kids’ organic finger foods selection...
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News in brief
New Teff Flakes from Tobia Teff are made from 100 % roasted teff grain and...
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Good Earth launches in UK
US brand Good Earth has introduced a range of fruit and herbal teas and 100%...
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Food and Drink
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Ella’s Kitchen extends finger foods line
UK baby food brand Ella’s Kitchen has added to its kids’ organic finger foods selection with Mini Puffs, Munchy Fingers and Puff Pops.
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Sustainable farming? GMOs? Agroecology? Be part of the discussion
NPG’s upcoming webinar Sense, Science & Sustainability asks a hot question: can genome editing and agroecology co-exist in sustainable food and farming?
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Get your organic messaging right with the SA’s new guide
Soil Association Certification has launched a new digital tool to help businesses communicate about organic in a ‘clear, factual and legal way’.
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Oatly brings dairy-free Oatgurt to UK
Oatly has launched its dairy-free yoghurt alternative, Oatgurt, into the UK market to offer consumers a product that tastes just like ‘normal yogurt’.
Health & Nutrition
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There’s no catch with Wiley’s
Wiley’s Finest is CatchFree Omega – Full Spectrum Omega-3 Liquid and Capsules offer a daily dose of plant-based omega-3s, vitamin D and vitamin K2.
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OptiBac introduces new arrival: For Pregnancy
OptiBac Probiotics has created its new friendly bacteria supplement For Pregnancy to help mothers give their babies ‘a strong and healthy microbiome’.
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Peak Focus from Viridian
New from Viridian Nutrition is Peak Focus, a new natural supplement to support optimal concentration at a time when more people than ever work from home.
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Four-fold immune help
New Immuno4 is a synergistic blend of certified organic nutritional ingredients designed to help maintain the proper functioning of the immune system.
Natural Beauty
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Hydro Sensation from lavera
Lavera’s new Hydro Sensation Face Care range range carefully balances natural hyaluronic acid and organic algae to help replenish skin’s moisture levels.
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2020 Sustainable Beauty Awards Open to Entries
The 2020 Sustainable Beauty Awards which recognize those in the beauty industry who are pushing the boundaries of sustainability are now open for entries.
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Wild Rose-inspired collection from Neal’s Yard
Neal’s Yard Remedies has introduced a new Wild Rose bodycare collection, which is inspired by its hero Wild Rose Beauty Balm.
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Free From Skincare Awards winners announced
The winners of the 2020 Free From Skincare Awards have been announced, with Lithuanian brand Uoga Uoga bagging Best Free From Skincare Product.
Natural Living
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Reusable containers safe during pandemic, scientists insist
More than 100 scientists this week signed a statement to reassure the public that reusable containers are safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Colt & Willow creates plant-based cleaning solutions
New household cleaning brand Colt & Willow has launched with a range of sustainable, plant-based products created to look great as well as being effective.
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Recycled material called into action for H&M collection
Organic, vegan and innovative recycled materials are all called into action in H&M’s latest ‘circular fashion’ collection.
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Lots of GOTS: organic textile mark sees highest ever growth
GOTS, the international organic textile standard, reports the highest growth in certified operations ever last year, reports Jin Manson.
Opinion
A note from the editor: You’re not alone. NPN editor Rosie Greenaway shares her thoughts on the rapidly changing situation the world now faces during the coronavirus pandemic.
Rosie GreenawayEditor
A note from the editor: You’re not alone
An area that I will be watching with interest going forward is the space where food and technology meet. Whether it is farmers investing in drones, the ever-growing market share held by online and app grocery shopping, or organic’s booming presence on social media, digital is set to become an increasingly powerful tool in raising awareness and trust for UK organic.
Lee HoldstockThe Soil Assocation
Organic tidings we bring
News
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‘Don’t miss out’: retailers urged to engage with new consumer directory
Leading industry organizations HFMA, NAHS and HFI are collaborating on a major new direct to consumer campaign called HealthyDoesIt.
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New online store for Archie Browns
Prompted by customer demand – primarily due to the COVID-19 crisis – Truro health food store Archie Browns launched its online store at the end of July.
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Preserve Foods opens third Bristol zero waste store
In July, Bristol saw the opening of a third branch of zero waste store Preserve Foods, this time in the village-like suburb of Westbury-on-Trym.
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News in brief
New Teff Flakes from Tobia Teff are made from 100 % roasted teff grain and packed with essential minerals, fibre and protein.
Features
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Playgrounds and pandemics
As parents prepare to drop their children off at the school gates after a prolonged period of homeschooling, nerves will run high over kids’ wellbeing.
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Nature has the answer
As we continue to face COVID-19 challenges, organic is enjoying growth. Emily McCoy hears why the Organic September campaign says nature has the answer.
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Sustainability: stemming the tide
Recent pressure from the plastics industry to delay single-use plastic bans amid questions of safety during COVID-19 may signal a dangerous backslide, but Jane Wolfe discovers the natural and organic sector isn’t about to stop innovating when it comes to sustainability (more…)
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Know the drill
Discovering everything from ‘naked gum’ to toothpaste tabs, Dominique Ayling cuts her teeth in the natural oral care market.
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Tooth powder as a powerful ally for your dental health
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Setting Industry standards for Golden quality CBD Products
Over the past few years Hemp and its CBD-rich extracts have made a stunning entrance to the nutraceutical business. More and more people are now commenting on the wonderful health benefits of supplementing their diet with natural phytocannabinoids and new CBD oil brands pop-up regularly as a result.
