Food and Drink

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

Cereal makers urged to use traffic light labelling

Following new research by Action on Sugar, the organization is calling for colour-coded ‘traffic light’ front of pack (FOP) nutrition labelling to be introduced across...

Green & Black’s drops organic and Fairtrade with new Velvet Edition...

Organic and Fairtrade trailblazer brand Green & Black’s has launched a ‘Velvet Edition’ chocolate range in the UK that is neither organic or Fairtrade. 

Welsh organic sales grow

The Welsh Organic Producer Survey 2016 has revealed a rise in sales of organic products in Wales, despite a fall in the land area certified as organic.

Study: consuming coffee reduces risk of death from all causes

A study which analysed data from over half a million people has found those who drink coffee may live longer than non-coffee drinkers.

Kidease creates healthy snacks for toddlers

Tom Redwood, chef and founder of baby food brand Babease, has launched a new sibling brand Kidease to offer a range of healthy toddler meals and snacks.

World of Zing dips into hot sauces

World of Zing has launched its first range of hot sauces in a bid to shake up the condiment category.

Viridian supports vegan artist

Viridian Nutrition is supporting an exhibition called Free Spirit by vegan artist David Dane, who uses cruelty-free art materials to create his work.

‘Humane milk is a myth’ ad cleared in ‘landmark ruling’

An ad stating that “Humane milk is a myth” has been cleared by the UK’s Advertising Standards Authority following complaints from members of the dairy industry that it was inaccurate and misleading.

Healthy Supplies revamps online store

Healthy Supplies has launched a redesigned website to enable users to browse products quickly and easily, and purchase in just a few clicks.

Dale Pinnock cooks up healthy food-to-go for busy Londoners

Today sees the opening of Sano To Go, a shop offering nutritious takeaway food in the heart of London.

Abakus counts on jujube for new snack offer

Abakus Foods has launched new superfood snacks in the form of raw Dried Jujube Fruit and Jujube Crisps in 40g packs.

Little Moons light up dessert category

Artisan producer Little Moons has launched a range of Mochi Ice Cream spheres onto the UK market.

Phrooti reformulates, revamps packaging

Infused water brand Phrooti has relaunched with fresh packaging, new formulations and a larger format.

Arla Organic repositions to maximize free-range milk opportunity

Arla Foods is repositioning its organic milk range to maximize the opportunity of growing consumer interest in the idea of ‘free-range milk’.

Brave new snack

British plant-based food start-up Brave has come to the market with a three-strong range of all-natural Roasted Pea snacks.

VegfestUK launches London trade show

VegfestUK is branching out from its consumer events with the launch of VegfestUK Trade, taking place at Kensington Olympia on 20 October 2017. The company’s...

Industrialised farming risks ‘derailing humanity’s place on Earth for good’, Prince...

Decades of destruction to the natural environment caused by industrialized farming risks “derailing humanity’s place on Earth for good”, the Prince of Wales warned this week.

Kallø wins NHS Trust contract

Natural food brand Kallø has signed a major new deal through which its single-serve snack range is now available to all NHS Trust cafes and shops.

Start the day with Clearspring

New from Clearspring come two instant porridges, offering a healthy start to the morning.

New soya noodles launched by Yutaka

Japanese food company Yutaka is launching a new range of healthy soya noodles, created in collaboration with TV chef and food writer Ching He-Huang.