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The latest news from the natural and organic products industry.

Clearspring launches range of gluten-free staples

Clearspring has introduced a range of kitchen cupboard must-haves, including an omega-3 rich porridge, flour and instant grains– all gluten-free. The offer includes Gluten-Free Organic...

Scottish GM crops ban could have “apocalyptic” effect, former chief scientist...

The former chief scientific advisor to the Scottish Government, professor Muffy Calder, claims its decision to ban the growing of GM crops will have...

Popcorn goes skinny

Metcalfe’s skinny has announced the launch of its Popcorn Crisps range of gluten-free snacks in three initial flavours, designed as a healthier alternative to...

Sport-ph nets The Protein Works

Online sports nutrition brand The Protein Works has been acquired by sports nutrition specialist Sport-ph. The Protein Works was founded in 2012 and has since...

Diamond Whites goes back to black

UK teeth whitening brands Diamond Whites has introduced what it calls a revolutionary product in the world of teeth whitening, the Diamond Whites, Black...

NBTY sets its sights on Dr. Organic

Holland & Barrett’s American owner NBTY is set to acquire the UK brand Dr. Organic in a deal expected to close later this year. Founded...

Brits say gluten is the hardest intolerance to live with

New research into those with allergies and intolerances has found that 26% say gluten is the hardest allergy or intolerance to live with. The respondents...

Natural Range for cats and dogs served up by Lily’s Kitchen

A new Natural Range of ten complete recipes for cats and dogs is being introduced this month by pet food company Lily’s Kitchen to offer more choice...

We’re not bitter anymore

Fruit and vegetables are increasingly having their tart and bitter flavours bred out of them as growers aim to please the ever-sweeter British palate....

Solgar launches selected range in Holland & Barrett stores in Ireland

Solgar has launched a selected range of 55 products into Holland & Barrett stores in Ireland. Solgar says the move is part of a pilot...

Good Bubble floats high with Dragon investment

Earlier this month, Amy Wordsworth, founder of kids’ toiletries brand Good Bubble, secured an investment from Dragon’s Den investor and entrepreneur Deborah Meaden. After overcoming...

NBTY sets its sights on Dr. Organic

Holland & Barrett’s American owner NBTY is set to acquire the UK brand Dr. Organic in a deal expected to close later this year. Founded...

Alorée gives comfort in the city

Coming to Alorée’s natural and organic skincare range is Alorée City Comfort Hand Cream, available from 1 October in the UK. The nourishing ECOCERT-certified formulation...

Doisy & Dam unveils new chocolate creations

September sees Doisy & Dam extend its handmade organic chocolate range with five new varieties of white and milk chocolate as well as white...

camexpo launches new survey ahead of its ‘The C Word’ panel...

Next month’s camexpo (26-27 September, Olympia, London) will host an exclusive panel discussion focusing on the relationship between complementary therapists and people with cancer. ...

Tracklements hooks Big fish for range redesign

Tracklements has revamped its condiments offer with a new design using original hand-drawn illustrations to reflect the brand’s artisanal nature and increase shelf presence. The...

Farmdrop partners with Oddbins to expand click and collect network

Farmdrop, the online marketplace that enables users to buy direct from local farms and food producers, has linked up with wine merchant Oddbins to...

Pop-up shopping mall will “positively discriminate” in favour of indies

Pop-up shopping mall pioneer BoxPark is set to open its second d-i-y retail development in 2016. The first BoxPark – in essence, a pop-up shopping mall...

Yorkshire Provender celebrates seasonal flavours

Yorkshire Provender has developed two new soups for autumn as well as a special variety specifically for Christmas. The autumn flavours are Mushroom Soup with...

Step into Tyrrells’ new Emporium

Tyrrells has unveiled its new snack range, Emporium of Tyrrells designed to provide a selection of quality, ‘adult bites’. The initial product under the Emporium...