World

‘The main event’ is back: Organic Food Iberia returns in September

Organic Food Iberia will return to IFEMA MADRID on 8-9 September 2021, it has been confirmed today by organizer Diversified Communications.

Spaniards urged to reduce meat consumption

Spanish consumers are once again being urged to eat less meat by Alberto Garzón, Minister for Consumer Affairs.

Environmental activist killed every two days globally

Over the past ten years 1,733 environmental activists have lost their lives while protesting against logging, mining and oil drilling.

Nigeria embarks upon plant-based revolution

Nigeria, the world’s third fastest growing country by population, is the latest nation to be added to the ProVeg global portfolio.

Australia trade deal paves way for ‘climate-destructive deals’

Reacting to the news that a UK-Australia free trade deal has been agreed, Soil Association says British farmers ‘justifiably feel betrayed’.

‘Breakthrough’ discovery: microplastics detected in human blood

A pioneering new study confirms for the first time the detection of microplastic pollution in human blood.

Sunak U-turns on COP27 attendance

Following backlash from climate campaigners and opposition parties PM Rishi Sunak has reversed his decision not to attend COP27.

New Zealand to offer free period products to schoolchildren

New Zealand has become the latest country to promise free period products in schools in Government efforts to stamp out period poverty.

Burger King becomes first fast-food outlet in Africa to offer V-Label...

Burger King has introduced vegan meat alternatives in Africa, the first fast-food outlet in the continent to offer V-Label plant-based meats.

Planetary health confirmed as top global consumer concern

The latest Lifestyle & Attitude Survey by Innova Market Insights reveals the health of the planet as the top global consumer concern.

Eco-Score is misleading, organic associations say

Organic associations are bringing legal action in an attempt to block the Eco-Score label from 'contributing to greenwashing'.

Impossible Burger to enter US school canteens

Impossible Foods has received the Child Nutrition Label, authorized by the USDA, as the brand prepares to enter the K-12 education market.

‘Nice to meat you, Singapore’

The Vegetarian Butcher has become available for retail in Singapore following successful entry into the country’s foodservice market.

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.

FTA presents opportunity for reduced RRP manuka

Under the new UK-NZ Free Trade Agreement the UK can now benefit from cheaper products as import tariffs on certain goods are abolished.

90% of industry expected to attend leading Nordic trade shows

New survey reveals that 90% of people questioned plan to attend the Nordic Organic Food Fair and Eco Life Scandinavia in November.

Unilever pilots blockchain tech for deforestation-free palm oil

Unilever is piloting new blockchain technology to help it increase traceability and transparency within its palm oil use.

UK, Kenya and Netherlands among Earthshot Prize finalists

For the first time the coveted Earthshot Prize shortlist includes two UK start-ups: one company from County Durham and the other from London.

13,800 participants ‘e-meet’ at BioFach virtual event

The organizer of the BIOFACH/VIVANESS 2021 eSPECIAL has reported that 13,800 participants from 136 countries attended the virtual event.

Heura transforms Barcelona bullring into arena showcasing plant-based meats

Heura has used the former bullring La Monumental as the venue within which to launch its new plant-based Sausage and Chorizo.