‘No such thing as a CO2 neutral banana’ – BEUC
The European Consumer Organisation is calling for an ‘outright ban’ on the use of carbon neutral claims for all food and drink products.
NPE announces its return for April 2022
Natural & Organic Products Europe will return in April 2022, the show’s organizers have announced in an email to exhibitors and visitors.
Lab testing exposes imitation manuka
Lab testing has been undertaken on honey sold as manuka, originating from seven countries outside of New Zealand, to verify authenticity.
Global sales of supplements rise during pandemic
A new survey of 13,000 people across 16 countries shows a rise in sales of dietary supplements since the beginning of the coronavirus crisis.
Petition against plant-based censorship victorious
A ProVeg International petition opposing the ‘censorship’ of plant-based dairy terms has been successful, as Amendment 171 is rejected by EU.
Europeans send ‘clear signal’ for 0% VAT on climate-friendly foods
A new poll found that most people in France, Germany and the Netherlands want 0% VAT on climate-friendly foods and a higher price on meat.
Australia-UK trade deal ‘unfavourable’ for British farmers
Ahead of the G7 Summit, International Trade Secretary Liz Truss says negotiators are ‘in a sprint’ to secure a trade deal with Australia.
Uganda’s answer to period poverty
A major new initiative has its sights set on combating period poverty in Uganda and improving the lives of 50,000 girls and women a year.
COP27: Uganda warns of ‘looming global phenomenon’
COP27: 15 African nations have launched and signed The Kampala Declaration – a demand for action on climate-driven migration.
Earthshot Prize awards ‘ground-breaking’ environmental solutions
After a ten-month global search, the first winners of the prestigious Earthshot Prize have been named at London's Alexandra Palace.
Alara Wholefoods hits Hong Kong
Securing an exclusive distributorship deal with supermarket chain city’super, Alara Wholefoods announces expansion into Hong Kong market.
Three Australian health foods that are going global
Austrade details three key trends in Australia’s health food sector that are finding success globally, and are bound for the UK & Ireland.
Carrefour first to receive French anti-food waste label
Supermarket chain Carrefour has become the first in France to be granted the French Government’s national ‘anti-food waste’ label.
Danish research uncovers ‘forever chemicals’ in organic eggs
New research by Denmark’s DTU National Food Institute has uncovered the presence of PFAS in organic egg yolks.
‘Much-needed’ post-Brexit beauty trade hub launches
A new hub has been set up by the British Beauty Council to help beauty brands ‘navigate their way through the jargon’ of post-Brexit trade.
‘Fika with’ explores three contrasting Nordic organic markets
Emerging organic trends in the Nordic market was the topic of discussion for the second instalment of Fika with – a virtual series by NOFF.
Growth predicted for Spanish plant-based market
ProVeg Spain has partnered with VeganaGal to produce research on the main drivers of meat reduction in Spain.
Denmark opens energy efficient ‘Smart Store’
A new 'Smart Store' has opened in Denmark which allow the retailer to be 50% more energy efficient than a regular supermarket.
Wicked Kitchen raises $20MN in bridge funding
Wicked Kitchen has secured £20MN in bridge funding – a type of temporary loan used while companies are working on long-term financing.
French and German consumers willing to pay more for certified cosmetics
According to a new NATRUE study, approximately 90% of consumers would be happy to pay more for a certified cosmetic product.