Food and Drink

Following a campaign by footballer Marcus Rashford, the Government has a made a U-turn on its decision to stop free school meal vouchers at the end of term.

In a landmark legal case, a tribunal judge has ruled that ethical veganism qualifies as a ‘philosophical belief and must be afforded special protections.

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. 

Cachao, a Spanish chocolate brand producing handmade, organic and plant-based bean-to-bar products on the Balearic Island of Mallorca, is now available to UK consumers.

Spanish brand Heura has entered the UK ­- initially into The Vegan Kind and Planet Organic - with its range of plant-based ‘meat’ products.

GUNNA Drinks has claimed the UK’s first range of aluminium bottled soft drinks in what it hopes will be a catalyst for change in the sector.

Alara Wholefoods has announced it has become the first cereal manufacturer in the world to declare the Scope 3 CO2e of its products.

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.

ProVeg Incubator has partnered with the Association of Alternative Food Producers to launch Russia's first plant-based start-up incubator.

Oatly has launched its dairy-free yoghurt alternative, Oatgurt, into the UK market to offer consumers a product that tastes just like ‘normal yogurt’.

Natasha’s Law came into effect on 1 October but many businesses reported a lack of preparedness and the regulations were met with confusion.

Odysea and The Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew have joined forces for a range showcasing a dedication to biodiversity, heritage and sourcing.

Natural & Organic Products Expo (NOPEX) has announced its best ever speaker line-up for its return to ExCeL London on 14-15 April.  Over 50...

Data from The Vegan Society reveals one in three Brits think the Government should promote plant-based diets to tackle the climate crisis.

Australian brand Pimp My Salad has entered the UK market, offering a three-strong range of innovative vegan meal toppers. Created using slow-dried cooking techniques to...

Purearth has added a trio of new flavours to its vegan Kefir water range with the launch of Hibiscus + Lime, Passionfruit + Turmeric and Ginger + Lemon.

Alpro has announced a £17 million production facility for its Kettering-based factory which will reduce energy consumption and water usage.

Better Nature has introduced a line of competitively priced products to make healthy, plant-based eating more accessible to consumers.

Pukka Herbs has created a new Advent Calendar containing 24 herbal teas from the brand’s range.

PACK’D has launched a trio of Frozen Protein Smoothie Kits, designed with sports nutritionist Matt Lovell, in a bid to reinvent traditional protein shakes.