Clearspring expands matcha selection
Clearspring has extended its matcha collection with four fresh blends: Matcha Ginger, Matcha Three Mint, Matcha Genmaicha and Matcha Turmeric.
Soil Association Certification freezes fee increase
Responding the ‘unprecedented pressures’ of COVID-19 on farmers and food suppliers, Soil Association Certification is freezing its annual fee increases.
Clipper extends decaff line
Natural and organic brand Clipper Teas has expanded its range of decaffeinated teas with three new products including two new Fairtrade and organic options.
Piccolo launches temporary online delivery service
Organic baby food brand Piccolo has opened a temporary online store to help parents easily access food and formula amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Doves Farm revamps range with vibrant new design
Doves Farm has unveiled a striking contemporary new look across it range in what is its first brand refresh for over five years.
Riverford launches zero packaging veg box – will customers buy it?
Riverford has introduced a zero packaging box in response to customers who want to get rid of packaging altogether (okay, apart from the box).
Clearspring adds to Japanese condiment line
New from natural and organic food brand Clearspring comes a new authentic Japanese condiment and seasoning: Organic Yuzu Ponzu.
SFT responds to new Agriculture Bill
In a briefing published on 3 February, the Sustainable Food Trust (SFT) voiced its continued concerns about the Government’s new Agriculture Bill.
Organic Research Centre appoints new CEO
The Organic Research Centre has announced the appointment of Lucy MacLennan – a scholar of the Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust – as its new CEO.
2020: a breakthrough year for ‘veganic’ agriculture?
Few vegans have given serious thought to the suggestion that fruit and veg might technically be 'un-vegan', but ‘veganic’ agriculture could change this.
Body and Mind brews up organic Cannabis Tea
New British organic brand Body and Mind Botanicals has launched onto market with a three-SKU range of Organic Cannabis Tea.
Biona brings fresh products to its organic offer
Biona has released a raft of new organic products into the market, including ready-meals, sauces and meat-free alternatives.
SFT welcomes HRH Prince of Wales as Patron
It has been announced that HRH The Prince of Wales has accepted an invitation from the Sustainable Food Trust (SFT) to become the charity’s Patron.
SFT challenges BBC documentary
A documentary exposing the ‘devastating effect on eco systems’ of meat has been countered by farmers who challenge its position about meat reduction.
Valley Fest gives back
Valley Fest – in collaboration with organic brand and headline partner Yeo Valley – has reported a charity fundraising total of £12,199 from summer 2019.
New Tummy Tonic from The Cultured Food Company
The Cultured Food Company has introduced its latest live creation, Organic Fermented Beet Kvass Beetroot & Ginger Drink, to the UK market.
Climate change report cast organic in ‘false and negative light’
A new study about organic farming and greenhouse gas emissions has been criticized for portraying organic in a 'false and negative light'.
Soil Association seeks feedback
The Soil Association (SA) is offering a free copy of its 2020 Organic Market Report to those who complete a short online survey before 20 November.
A behind-the-scenes look at organic
In partnership with BioFach, Speciality Food Magazine has published The Organic Report 2019 – a ‘behind-the-scenes’ look at the organic market.
Government ‘failing public’ over pesticide cocktail threat
A major new report exposes how mixtures of pesticides commonly found in food, water and soil could be harming the health of both humans and wildlife.