Food and Drink

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

PM in talks with food industry over soaring prices

As soaring prices continue impacting business and squeezing household budgets the PM is meeting with the food industry to discuss measures.

The Langport Stores celebrates a decade

Having taken over in 2013 following a move from London, John and Jason Rice-Lewis are celebrating ten years at The Langport Stores.

UK Regulator Eyes State Funding to Build Lab for Safety Testing...

6 Mins Read In what would be a major step towards the regulatory approval and commercialisation of cultivated meat, the UK is aiming to...

Danish confectionery brand LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW announces B Corp certification

LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW, the Danish confectionery brand specialising in gourmet liquorice has announced their recent B Corp certification, marking a significant milestone in the...

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.

Brits are choosing healthier foods, new reports find

Mintel’s British Lifestyles: Preparing for Change report finds that Brits’ desire for healthier foods is driving sales of fish, nuts, popcorn and free-from.

Belvoir takes to the summer skies

Belvoir Fruit Farms has launched a hot-air balloon to interact with consumers at various festivals the brand will be attending throughout the summer.

Clearspring launches Organic Plant Protein Powders

Addressing the growing consumer demand for products with high protein content, Clearspring has unveiled a range of Organic Plant Protein Powders.

Nākd breakfast bars get revamp

Natural Balance Foods has revamped the Nākd range of breakfast bars with new recipes.

St Peter’s Brewery claims world first

Suffolk microbrewery, St Peter's, has launched Without Organic, claimed to be the world's only organic alcohol-free beer.

Love Cocoa rolls out truffles

James Cadbury-owned chocolate company Love Cocoa has created a new range of premium truffles.

Recipe for success

From ready-wrapped vegan sandwiches to an array of healthy snacks, the lunch sector is good to go in natural health stores, as Brits shun...

Nature’s Path focuses on ‘Always Organic’ message for new look

Gluten-free cereal brand Nature’s Path has revamped its packaging with what it calls vibrant designs designed to give ‘a genuine family feel’ to the brand’s range and increase on-shelf appeal.

Oh My Gutness kefir water launches

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

A new take on the January blues

‘Shades of Aqua’ has been highlighted as the key food and beverage colour trend for 2020, with vivid blues and greens expected to drive innovation.

Pandemic highlights urgent need for shorter food supply chains

The COVID-19 pandemic and climate crisis together highlight the urgent need for shorter food supply chains, says a new report from the Soil Association. 

How the OTB overcame the ‘stumbling blocks’ of 2020

With organic grocery growing 12.1% in the past 12 months, the OTB's marketing director Harriet O’Regan gives an overview of activity in 2020.

Why the plant-based sector is pandemic-proof

As the year draws to an end, ProVeg International has published its meat-free moments of 2020, calling the plant-based sector pandemic-proof.

British hemp start-up unveils product line and future plans

The British Hemp Company, founded by Steve Glover, has launched what it says are the first UK-grown hemp seed products available at scale.

OTB joined by Local Greens

South London-based organic veg bag scheme Local Greens has been welcomed as a member of the Organic Trade Board.