Food and Drink

Bringing the natural and organic products industry the latest food and drink news from around the UK and Ireland.

Deliciously Ella co-founders bring business back to family

The team behind Deliciously Ella ­have announced they have bought out all their investors, turning the company back into a family business.

Record engagement as Organic September 2021 bursts to life

The month-long, industry-wide celebration of Organic September kicks off today, as the Soil Association and OTB report record engagement.

Greencity trials e-trike deliveries to help mitigate pollution in Glasgow

Scottish co-op Greencity has started using an electric powered trike to deliver food to cafes, restaurants and retailers in Glasgow.

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Radnor Hills has partnered with The Pink Ribbon Foundation to support breast cancer charities and UK families living with cancer.

Munchy Seeds teams with Greener Earth Project

Munchy Seeds is furthering its efforts to become a more sustainable food business through a collaboration with Greener Earth Project.

S-Ventures announces purchase of UK plant-based brand Pulsin

S-Ventures PLC has announced the acquisition of 100% of the share capital of the UK plant-based nutrition brand Pulsin.

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Toast Ale's new Raspberry Sour low-alcohol beer is made with surplus bread and wonky raspberries in collaboration with Rubies in the Rubble.

H&B’s George Dymond to replace Planet Organic’s Peter Marsh

Following the announcement that Peter Marsh is due to retire as Planet Organic CEO, the chain confirms his successor is George Dymond of H&B.

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Female-founded Montanya has brought to the UK its sustainable craft rum, produced in its B Corp-certified distillery in the Rocky Mountains.

Gen Z: hungry for radical change

A study of 2,000 European Gen Zers showed that this young demographic is hungry for radical change and an overhaul of the food system.

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Meal subscription service Tastily has a bold rebrand as part of its goal to lead the pre-made meal delivery category and rival recipe boxes.

Judge dismisses Oatly’s claims against Glebe Farm

British oat milk producer Glebe Farm has won the legal case brought against it by Oatly for trademark infringement.

Wholebake acquired by investment fund Elysian Capital III LP

Wholebake has announced its acquisition by Elysian Capital III LP as part of its purchase of parent company Healthfull Holdings Group Ltd.

HFMA announces new chair and vice president

Steve Mann, director of external regulatory affairs at Nelsons, has been confirmed as chair of the Health Food Manufacturers’ Association.

Biona Organic focuses on nature for first brand refresh in ten...

In its first rebrand in over ten years, Biona Organic has unveiled a fresh new look, inspired by nature to reflect its commitment to organic.

National Food Strategy offers ‘genuine hope’

Following the publication of part two of the National Food Strategy, NPN hears from Helen Browning, Soil Association CEO.

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Danish liquorice brand Lakrids by Bülow has introduced a new two-strong limited edition of its chocolate-coated liquorice, BÆRRIES.

Divine relaunch highlights exploitation and heralds a ‘chocolate revolution’

Divine Chocolate has unveiled a total brand relaunch, as part of which it is inviting consumers to join its ‘chocolate revolution’.

Inc Retail acquires ‘substantial’ stake in plant-based start-up GUT Instinct

Inc Retail has purchased a 42% stake in the brand GUT Instinct which launched onto the market last year with its Barista Oat Edition milk. 

VAHDAM® India launches new collection of tea gifts

Sustainable tea brand VAHDAM® India has created a collection of occasion boxes designed as gifts ‘to promote wellness, immunity and warmth’.