Food and Drink

Bringing the natural and organic products industry the latest food and drink news from around the UK and Ireland.

Plant-based diet hailed as ‘cost-effective’ by Soil Association CEO

Channel 4 news has interviewed Helen Browning, CEO of the SA, about plant-based diets and the importance of reducing ultra-processed foods.

FYX creates RTD collagen-infused drinks for body and beauty

Start-up brand FYX has launched with a duo of ‘healthy and hydrating’ ready-to-drink collagen-infused spring waters: FYX Body and FYX Beauty.

‘Fika with’ explores three contrasting Nordic organic markets

Emerging organic trends in the Nordic market was the topic of discussion for the second instalment of Fika with – a virtual series by NOFF.

Divine relaunch highlights exploitation and heralds a ‘chocolate revolution’

Divine Chocolate has unveiled a total brand relaunch, as part of which it is inviting consumers to join its ‘chocolate revolution’.

FUL Foods introduces ‘climate active’ functional health drinks

FUL Foods has launched FUL Revive, a line of natural and functional vegan and 'climate active' health drinks. The drinks are low in calories, have...

AG Barr announces MOMA Foods acquisition

AG Barr has announced a deal to take full ownership of MOMA Foods over the next three years, after agreeing an initial 60% equity stake.

ChicP celebrates 6th anniversary with earthy new look

Sustainable food brand ChicP has unveiled a new and refreshed brand identity to celebrate its 6th birthday.

Organic Herb Trading marks 40th anniversary

Founded as Hambleden Herbs in 1982 by organic pioneer Mike Brook, Somerset-based Organic Herb Trading celebrated its 40th birthday in May.

Yeo Valley Organic soups and dips mark first foray into non-dairy...

Venturing outside the dairy category for the first time, Yeo Valley Organic has created a range of natural organic soups and dips.

Bio&Me secures further £1.6 million investment

After a £1.4 million funding round with investors including Harry Kane early this year, Bio&Me has secured a further £1.6 million investment.

Eco-Score is misleading, organic associations say

Organic associations are bringing legal action in an attempt to block the Eco-Score label from 'contributing to greenwashing'.

Olio partners with Whole Foods for waste reduction initiative

Olio has announced a partnership with Whole Foods Market to support the retailer with food waste prevention in its London stores

‘Transformational’ food waste partnership saves 46,000 meals

A new partnership between The Felix Project and Western International Market has saved 20 tonnes of fresh fruit and veg in its first month.

Major Brand Refresh for Natural & Organic Products Europe in 2024

The branding and positioning of the highly successful Natural Organic Products Europe will see an important evolution of its sector focus. Taking place annually...

Lily’s Kitchen serves up birthday treat

Lily’s Kitchen has introduced a Birthday Surprise gift box containing a party meal for pampered pooches.

Organic and sustainable is the future, says Zara boss

The CEO of international fashion brand Zara has said there is 'no contradiction' between sustainability and profitability.

Wake Up To Organic triples in size

Independent retailers gave away more than 10,000 organic mini breakfasts in the UK and Ireland as part of this year’s Wake Up To Organic event.

Snact goes bananas for crowdfunding

Snack food company Snact has launched a Crowdfunder campaign to get its new Banana Bars off the ground.

Piccolo launches campaign to reduce child hunger in the UK

Organic baby food brand Piccolo has launched the One for One campaign to help reduce child hunger by donating pouches to those who need them most.

Food for Thought raises a glass with Organic Wine Club

Health food retailer Food For Thought is collaborating with the Organic Wine Club in a new venture at its two stores in Guildford and Kingston.