Industry News

The latest news from the natural and organic products industry.

Choosing responsible producers is the best way to ensure a delicious,...

Pukka Herbs responds to the article EFSA health warning to frequent consumers of herbal teas and supplements published 3 August 2017, Natural Products Industry News/Natural...

Green & Black’s drops organic and Fairtrade with new Velvet Edition...

Organic and Fairtrade trailblazer brand Green & Black’s has launched a ‘Velvet Edition’ chocolate range in the UK that is neither organic or Fairtrade. 

EFSA health warning to frequent consumers of herbal teas and supplements

Exposure to pyrrolizidine alkaloids in food, in particular for frequent and high consumers of tea and herbal infusions, is a possible long-term concern for human health due to their potential carcinogenicity, say scientists at the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).

Welsh organic sales grow

The Welsh Organic Producer Survey 2016 has revealed a rise in sales of organic products in Wales, despite a fall in the land area certified as organic.

‘Humane milk is a myth’ ad cleared in ‘landmark ruling’

An ad stating that “Humane milk is a myth” has been cleared by the UK’s Advertising Standards Authority following complaints from members of the dairy industry that it was inaccurate and misleading.

Dale Pinnock cooks up healthy food-to-go for busy Londoners

Today sees the opening of Sano To Go, a shop offering nutritious takeaway food in the heart of London.

UK microbead ban to go ahead this year

Michael Gove has said that legislation will be introduced this year to ban microbeads in rinse-off personal care products.

UK microbead ban to go ahead this year

As part of his speech The Unfrozen Moment - Delivering A Green Brexit, UK Secretary of State Michael Gove has said that legislation will...

Abakus counts on jujube for new snack offer

Abakus Foods has launched new superfood snacks in the form of raw Dried Jujube Fruit and Jujube Crisps in 40g packs.

New film aims to dispel myths around homeopathy

The recently released film Just One Drop, directed by Laurel Chiten (Blind Dog Films), has now been classified by the British Board of Film.

Researchers urge health authorities to rethink vitamin D guidelines

Following the publication of a study from the University of Surrey, worldwide health authorities are being urged to rethink guidance around vitamin D.

High sugar intake during pregnancy may increase risk of allergy in...

A study published in the European Respiratory Journal has found a correlation between high sugar intake in pregnant women and asthma risk in children.

Arla Organic repositions to maximize free-range milk opportunity

Arla Foods is repositioning its organic milk range to maximize the opportunity of growing consumer interest in the idea of ‘free-range milk’.

VegfestUK launches London trade show

VegfestUK is branching out from its consumer events with the launch of VegfestUK Trade, taking place at Kensington Olympia on 20 October 2017. The company’s...

Prebiotic reduces body fat in overweight children

A new study into the effects of prebiotics on children who are overweight has found that consumption of oligofructose-enriched inulin reduces body fat.

Industrialised farming risks ‘derailing humanity’s place on Earth for good’, Prince...

Decades of destruction to the natural environment caused by industrialized farming risks “derailing humanity’s place on Earth for good”, the Prince of Wales warned this week.

Homeplatz online shop gets a kick start

Homeplatz has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund its online portal, which will offer hassle-free shopping for natural groceries at wholesale prices.

London to host major new organic consumer event in 2018

Diversified Communications has announced the launch of a major new consumer event, The Go Organic Festival, to take place on 8-9 September 2018.

BOOM winners announced at upbeat Borough Market event

Winners of the Soil Association’s prestigious BOOM (Best of the Organic Market) Awards were announced last night, 5 July, 2017 at a ceremony in London’s renowned Borough Market.

Wkye Farms and OMSCO deepen partnership to boost organic cheese sales...

Wyke Farms and The Organic Milk Suppliers Cooperative (OMSCo), have announced that they are deepening their partnership to expand organic cheese production, distribution and sales.