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The latest news from the natural and organic products industry.

Biodegradable microbeads developed at University of Bath

Scientists from the University of Bath have announced the development of biodegradable microbeads made using cellulose. A research team from the University’s Centre for Sustainable...

NATRUE in new sustainability project

NATRUE is participating in an innovative new sustainability project, which will transform consumer waste into packaging for new organic products.

Survey reveals children’s lack of food knowledge

New research from the British Nutrition Foundation (BNF) has revealed that a quarter of primary school children believe cheese comes from plants.

Integrity of organic supply chains under the spotlight

Soil Association (SA) Certification has highlighted the need to protect the integrity of organic supply chains.

EU Organic Regulation revision threatens ‘lose-lose’ situation

Key players in the organic and fair trade movements warned this week that current proposals for revision of the EU Organic Regulation would undermine a flourishing European organic food and farming sector and penalize farmers in developing countries.

Biodegradable microbeads developed at University of Bath

Scientists from the University of Bath have announced the development of biodegradable microbeads made using cellulose. A research team from the University’s Centre for Sustainable...

Hemptouch brings hemp skincare offer to UK

Slovenia skincare brand Hemptouch has launched into the UK market, initially through Planet Organic. The products combine hemp cannabinoids (CBD) with hemp flower hydrolate and...

NATRUE in new sustainability project

Natural and organic cosmetics standards body NATRUE is participating in an innovative new sustainability project, which will transform consumer waste into packaging for new...

Rubies in the Rubble innovates in sauce sector

Rubies in the Rubble has created three new ketchups, handmade in the UK using fresh fruit and veg that would otherwise go to waste.

Natural Health celebrates 20 years in Hertford

This year sees Julie Goodwin celebrate the 20th anniversary of her first Natural Health store in Hertford which opened in 1997.

Four new variants for Pip & Nut

Pip & Nut has announced the launch of four new flavours into its nut butter range.

Doisy & Dam joins B-Corp

Superfood chocolate brand Doisy & Dam has become the 128th UK company to obtain B Corporation certification.

English Tea Shop partners with Surrey CCC

Speciality tea company English Tea Shop has announced a new one-year partnership with Surrey County Cricket Club.

Rude Health goes crackers

Rude Health has added four new products to its snacking range, including two new organic crackers.

New sustainable catering standard is launched

A new certification designed to promote sustainable catering has been launched by the Soil Association and the Carbon Trust.

Windmill Organics announces ambient and chilled product launches

Windmill Organics has revealed a number of new launches to its ambient and chilled ranges.

Pollen + Grace showcases summer collection

Pollen + Grace has launched its latest collection of healthy food-to-go offers for the summer. Designed to take consumers from breakfast to lunch to superfood...

Savsé moves into baby foods

UK smoothie brand Savsé has launched what it says is Europe’s first cold-pressed baby food range, My First Savsé.

Bee Health hailed as inspirational

East Yorkshire VMS manufacturer Bee Health Ltd has topped off a period of growth by being named in the 1000 Companies to Inspire Britain 2017 report.

Piccolo introduces variety baskets, new recipes for summer

Natural and organic baby food brand Piccolo has introduced two multipacks as well as a raft of fresh recipes.