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The latest news from the natural and organic products industry.

BUAV Bunny celebrates 15 years in business

The distinctive BUAV leaping bunny logo, launched in 1996 to help consumers identify products not tested on animals, is 15 years old this month.The...

Teapigs sets up free online training for stockists during lockdown

In light of the current lockdown restrictions, teapigs has decided to present its retailer tea school virtually, via Zoom.

Rebel Kitchen refreshes line with 100% organic Raw Coconut Water

Following its acquisition of raw coconut brand Unoco, Rebel Kitchen has now launched the 100% organic coconut water under its own brand identity.

EFSA study questions safety of green tea extracts

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has concluded that catechins from green tea infusions and similar drinks are generally safe, however when taken as food supplement, it says that doses at or above 800mg/day might pose health concerns.

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Former international rugby playing brothers Charlie Simpson-Daniel and James Simpson-Daniel have launched three healthy food/drink brands.

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SBTRCT has launched a campaign for Plastic Free July urging consumers to 'Take a Mini Break’ and highlighting the issue of plastic pollution.

Green & Black’s launches non-organic range in the US

Organic and Fairtrade pioneer brand Green & Black’s has launched a non-organic range of chocolate bars into the US market. It’s the first time the company has made a product using non-organic ingredient since its launch in 1991.

Is ‘Whole Foods Resort” next on the cards for US retailer?

Whole Foods Market is planning a move into spa resorts, reports USA Today. Whole Foods co-founder John Mackey told the newspaper that the company had...

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Naturtint launches Curl Definer range which uses technology based on the synergistic action of amaranth seed extract and hydrolysed quinoa.

Herb UK announces acquisition of Bio-Health Ltd

In what is described as a ‘family affair’, New Forest-based Herb UK has completed the purchase of natural supplements company Bio-Health Ltd.

Natural Products Scandinavia up for top exhibition industry award

Following its successful launch in Malmö, Sweden, last October, Natural Products Scandinavia has been nominated for its first prestigious industry award by Exhibition News...

Goodfayre sets up #ethicalchallenge

Dana Burton, owner of independent ethical retailer Goodfayre, which opened last year in Salisbury, has launched the #ethicalchallenge. The initiative aims to encourage customers to...

Inspired greens from inSpiral

Organic Green Mix is the latest bespoke mix to join the inSpiral range of superfood powerblends.

Natural & Organic Products Europe previews new products for 2016

With all exhibition space now sold for the biggest ever edition of Natural & Organic Products Europe trade show, organiser Diversified Communications UK has...

Pravera launches organic brand

UK natural and organic skincare distributor Pravera has moved into production, launching its own brand of certified organic personal care products, ORGANii. ORGANii aims to...

ASA tells Pret not to claim products are ‘natural’

The UK Advertising Standards Association (ASA) has told the food-to-go chain Pret A Manger to stop using “natural” in its advertising, following a complaint by the food and farming charity Sustain.

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Start-up brand Olly’s Olives has launched its core range of olive pouches to Sainsbury’s. Bio-Synergy has rebranded its sports nutrition range – which is specifically...

UK considers new rules for alt-protein approval

The UK is considering regulatory changes to speed up the approval process for cultured meat, alternative protein and animal-free dairy.

Consumers catch on to woke-washing in health and beauty

New research reveals 68% of consumers are uneasy about how brands promote ‘woke’ causes, with 41% noticing a rise in woke-washing.

Plastic-consuming enzyme touted as possible solution to future pollution

An enzyme which is able to digest some of the most common plastics polluting the environment has been engineered by scientists in the UK...