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Industry NewsIceland’s banned TV ad launches on YouTube
Iceland’s Christmas advert, which failed to secure advertising regulatory approval to air on TV, has now been launched online, and a Change.org petition to get it broadcast has gained over 880,195 signatures. Iceland says that this year rather than creating a ‘commercial, product-led’ Christmas advert it wanted to highlight the impact on orangutans of rainforest […]
Guest CommentOptimizing health: six reasons to promote plant foods
From a health perspective, there are good reasons to throw moderation out of the window and eat plenty of minimally processed plant foods.
Industry News30 under 30 initiative returns for 2019
Following its inaugural run in 2018, NPN’s 30 under 30 initiative returns for 2019, with nominations now open to the industry.
Food and DrinkSoil Association praises curb on antibiotic use
The Soil Association has praised the European Parliament’s decision to back a curb on the use of antibiotics on farm animals.
Special featureRunning to the beet
The supplements fuelling the UK’s fastest runners are changing. Paul Halford jumps into the sports nutrition scene to see how natural products are helping to shave seconds off marathon times, and how the retail landscape is shifting
Latest Headlines
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Pukka Herbs’ ‘crop to cup’ carbon targets gain SBTi approval
UK-based organic herbal tea and supplements specialist Pukka Herbs has become only the 13th company...
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Planet Organic backer Inverlieth takes majority stake in Montezuma’s
Scottish Private Equity firm Inverleith LLP has announced it has taken a majority stake in...
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Good Boom makes noise in the UK, Ireland
Swedish skincare brand Good Boom has launched its range of ‘skin food’ Lip Balms and...
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Wake up to Supernatural Infusions
Awake Organics has launched its first perfume oils in the form of Supernatural Infusions, a...
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Food and Drink
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Soil Association praises curb on antibiotic use
The Soil Association has praised the European Parliament’s decision to back a curb on the use of antibiotics on farm animals.
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Susie Hewson scoops Oak Award
Organic pioneer Susie Hewson, founder of Natracare, has become the first recipient of the Oak Award, initiated by the Organic Trade Board (OTB) to recognize outstanding contributions to the organic sector.
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Double call to action from the OTB
The Organic Trade Board (OTB) has written to its members asking for reviews on the work of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) – a levy board which represents the organic sector and is funded by farmers and growers paying a levy on everything they produce.
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Need help going vegan? There’s an app for that
The Vegan Society is launching what is says is the first ever app designed to help people become vegan.
Health & Nutrition
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Natural Nutrients creates new organic multi
The latest product from clean supplement brand Natural Nutrients is an Organic Wholefood Multi, a multivitamin with two varieties, for men and women.
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HTC Health introduces gummy vitamins for indies
Bulk health supplements supplier HTC Health has launched a range of new gummy supplements, catering to the increased demand for soft gel delivery formats.
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Viridian scoops export award
Ethical supplement company Viridian Nutrition – whose products are now available in over 20 countries – has been named Northamptonshire’s Export Business of the Year 2018.
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Totum Sport offers plankton support
Totum Sport is a completely natural food grade supplement designed to ensure optimal performance for athletes and active individuals.
Natural Beauty
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Good Boom makes noise in the UK, Ireland
Swedish skincare brand Good Boom has launched its range of ‘skin food’ Lip Balms and Lip Colour Balms into the UK and Ireland.
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Wake up to Supernatural Infusions
Awake Organics has launched its first perfume oils in the form of Supernatural Infusions, a limited edition gift set for consumers looking for a customizable way to wear natural fragrance.
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Benecos nails it on colour
Natural and organic beauty brand benecos has added seven new colours to its nail polish offering for winter.
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Indie Beauty Expo’s UK debut in the capital
On 24 October London welcomed a new trade and consumer show to the UK – the Indie Beauty Expo (IBE) – with a two-day exhibition held in the city’s Old Truman Brewery. The New York City-born event was designed to introduce independent global beauty labels to press, buyers, bloggers and the public.
Natural Living
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Huskup harnesses all-natural by-product for reusable cups
Durable, biodegradable and free from plastic, Huskup is a new reusable coffee cup produced from rice husks.
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Light up for a soporific scent
New from natural wellness brand Green Goddess is the Slumber Sleep Candle, designed to induce a peaceful night’s sleep.
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Natural cleaning solutions from Green Goddess
Sussex-based, ethical brand Green Goddess recently launched to offer customers effective, non-toxic, plant-based cleaning solutions that are designed to feel luxurious to use yet are environmentally friendly.
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Outback Organics creates first candle
Outback Organics has announced the release of the first candle to join its extensive range of natural skincare and beauty products.
Opinion
With such a list of dedicated, pioneering beauty brands, it’s unsurprising that once again, the Nordic countries have come out on top in 2017 as being the happiest countries in the world.
Julia ZaltzmanFreelance features writer & columnist
Give yourself a hygge
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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Pukka Herbs’ ‘crop to cup’ carbon targets gain SBTi approval
UK-based organic herbal tea and supplements specialist Pukka Herbs has become only the 13th company in the UK (Tesco, Marks & Spencer, and Coca Cola European Partners being among the others) to have its climate goal – to be zero carbon by 2030 – validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Confirmation comes shortly […]
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Iceland’s banned TV ad launches on YouTube
Iceland’s Christmas advert, which failed to secure advertising regulatory approval to air on TV, has now been launched online, and a Change.org petition to get it broadcast has gained over 880,195 signatures. Iceland says that this year rather than creating a ‘commercial, product-led’ Christmas advert it wanted to highlight the impact on orangutans of rainforest […]
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30 under 30 initiative returns for 2019
Following its inaugural run in 2018, NPN’s 30 under 30 initiative returns for 2019, with nominations now open to the industry.
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Planet Organic backer Inverlieth takes majority stake in Montezuma’s
Scottish Private Equity firm Inverleith LLP has announced it has taken a majority stake in specialist British chocolate brand Montezuma’s, in a multi-million pound deal. Montezuma’s has established itself as one of the largest leading independent British manufacturers of premium artisanal chocolate, including organic, non-dairy and vegan ranges. The company has prided itself on maintaining […]
Features
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Running to the beet
The supplements fuelling the UK’s fastest runners are changing. Paul Halford jumps into the sports nutrition scene to see how natural products are helping to shave seconds off marathon times, and how the retail landscape is shifting
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Life in plastic: not fantastic
As the world finally wakes up to the disastrous effects of plastic on our environment, Rosie Greenaway examines the measures being taken to limit future impact and reverse the damage, speaking to the retailers who are saying no to packaging. These zero waste pioneers are highlighting the political sway of consumer purchasing power, challenging the […]
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Ditch the quick-fix
As consumers prepare to loosen their belts for the festive season, Hayley Coristine gains insights from the stores and brands who’ll be helping them towards post-indulgence recovery, exploring solutions beyond the diets pills and discovering the detox system which is attracting a celebrity following
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Fully functional
While sales of black tea falter, the market for health and wellness teas is flourishing as consumers continue to demand more from their brew. Jane Wolfe mugs up on the functional tea sector
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