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

Christmas is coming for Divine

Fairtrade brand Divine Chocolate has unveiled a number of new additions to its Christmas goodies offer for 2019, include a variety of vegan options.

Eat more red meat to help fight climate change, Holden urges

Eating more red meat, not less – so long as it comes from sustainable grassland systems – could help climate change, says Patrick Holden.

Raw Halo rebrands, adds flavours and formats

Ethical chocolate brand Raw Halo has revealed a vibrant new look which incorporates 100% recyclable, plastic-free packaging, along with fresh new flavours.

Soil Association changes lives through £5.1 MN lottery win

Since The National Lottery Community Fund allocated £5.1 million to Food for Life, the SA reports its Get Togethers are already making an impact

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.

Brand owners explore special FDF Organic Group idea

Around 40 representatives from the organic sector met recently to discuss forming a specialist organic group inside the Food and Drink Federation.  

BOOMing marvellous

On 26 June the 2019 edition of the Soil Association BOOM Awards were marked with a ceremony and drinks reception at Oval Space, London.

Primrose’s Kitchen acquired by former Cadbury Schweppes execs

Dorset-based Primrose’s Kitchen has been purchased for an undisclosed amount by PK Ventures, headed by three former Cadbury Schweppes executives.

BOOM Awards finalists announced

The shortlist for this year’s BOOM Awards has been published by the Soil Association, ahead of a ceremony due to be hosted on 26 June.

Organic Food Iberia: a snapshot of day one

Organic Food Iberia – Spain’s first dedicated organic trade show – is well into its second day, after a successful first-day launch in Madrid yesterday, which closed with a vibrant outdoors awards ceremony and drinks reception.

London welcomes new Yeo Valley Café

Yeo Valley has opened the doors to its second café, located in the Bayswater area of west London. Ros Amadei, brand director for organic dairy...

Oh My Gutness kefir water launches

Captain Kombucha has created a new vegan-friendly sparkling fruit drink range, Oh My Gutness, in 330ml cans.

IPBES Global Assessment a ‘stark warning’ says Soil Association

Following the release of the IPBES Global Assessment on Monday 6 May, the Soil Association has issued a statement of response, calling it a 'stark warning' about over-use of the world's natural resources. 

‘Planet-saving’ organic ale launched

Friends of the Earth, Stroud Brewery and Toast Ale have launched Flour Power – an organic amber ale collaboration produced using sustainable solutions.

Certifiers unite to expand organic markets

Organic certifier OF&G has joined forces with global accreditor Control Union UK (CUUK) in efforts to ‘open and expand’ markets for UK organic food production by offering certification on a global scale.

Consumers cotton on to organic and ethical clothing

Organic cotton, says the Soil Association (SA) is not only good for the environment, but good for business too, as consumer spend within the category rises.

Kale fail: clean eaters’ favourites contain highest pesticide residues

While they are revered in ‘clean-eating’ circles, spinach and kale are ranked second and third respectively (and the highest for all vegetables) in the latest Dirty Dozen pesticide residue ranking from US non-profit the Environment Working Group (EWG).

Tree of Life introduces raw choc line

Natural and organic food brand Tree of Life has created an eight-strong range of organic Raw Cacao Chocolate bars.

Paul Moore announces changes at the OTB

In his spring ‘member news’ bulletin circulated on 22 March, Paul Moore CEO of the Organic Trade Board (OTB), has announced two management changes within the organization.

Organic Trade Board: time for a ‘unified effort’ to promote ‘brand...

At its annual breakfast and briefing event in London on 6 March, the Organic Trade Board (OTB) recapped on its 2018 campaign achievements before Paul Moore, chair executive director, appealed to the organic industry to take collective action and pledge financial support once the UK leaves the EU.