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The latest news from the natural and organic products industry.

M&S vegan range under fire

Marks & Spencer (M&S) is under scrutiny due to its new vegan range, Plant Kitchen, bearing warnings that the products are ‘not suitable for milk or egg allergy sufferers’.

ōForest first to bring madhūka superfood to UK market

ōForest has introduced to the UK its first portfolio of products harnessing the benefits of the ‘newest superfood secret’, madhūka.

General Election prompts organic policy push

The SA is pushing for eight policies to be included in all political parties’ manifestos ahead of the snap general election on 8 June.

Eating organic lowers pesticides levels in children, US researchers show

Researchers in America have shown that when children eat organic fruits and vegetables, levels of pesticides in their body fall significantly. Scientists from the Center...

US researchers call for vitamin C cancer research

US researchers are calling for more trials to be carried out on intravenous vitamin C therapy, as evidence builds of its cancer battling successes. Recent...

Better Nature announces revamped line and partnership with 1000 Days Fund

Better Nature has rebranded to celebrate the benefits of tempeh, not as a meat alternative but as ‘an extraordinary food in its own right’.

Rude Health sponsors World Bog Snorkelling Championships

For the first time, Rude Health is sponsoring the annual World Bog Snorkelling Championships being held in Wales on 25 August.

Blue beauty takes centre stage at Sustainable Cosmetics Summit

The upcoming Sustainable Cosmetics Summit, taking place in Paris on 23-25 October, will cast the spotlight on blue beauty, green materials, and sustainability schemes. Blue Beauty Awareness...

DRINKmaple makes refreshing change

DRINKmaple has launched two new formats as well as new packaging for its 100% organic natural maple water brand. The company has added to its...

Catching the eye of Holland & Barrett

Brands hoping to catch the eye of Holland & Barrett at this year’s Natural & Organic Products Europe (NPE) won’t be disappointed, as the high street retailer is confirmed to be returning to judge the Innovation Pitch on Monday 23 April Live.

Natur. whips up new smoothies

Dutch juice brand Natur. has chosen the UK as the first market outside its home country to launch its new line of smoothies to retail.

Revital expands and rebrands

Independent health store chain Revital has opened a new London store and completely overhauled its brand identity. “We’ve been expanding – over the last three...

Feel the love with inSpiral Vision

In time for Valentine's Day, a new powerblend has been launched by inSpiral Vision which aims to put a sparkle in the eye and...

Government rules out sugar tax – Sustain calls decision “absurd”

The UK Government says it has “no plans” to introduce a tax on sugar-sweetened drinks. Responding to the petition for a 7p tax on a...

Anger at EFSA as glyphosate risk ‘swept under carpet’

An EFSA review of glyphosate has prompted anger from campaigners after risks to human health and biodiversity are 'swept under the carpet'.

Soil Association launches low-carbon farming project

The Soil Association has launched a new Low Carbon Farming Project to help farmers reduce carbon emissions and improve the resource efficiency of their...

ASA tells Kellogg’s to drop ‘full of goodness’ claim

The Advertising Standards Authority has told Kellogg’s to stop using the phrases ‘full of goodness’ and ‘nutritious’ in advertising for its Special K Porridge...

How sweet is that!

Two new additions to the natural petcare category have been launched by aromatherapy specialists Solhealing. Dogster Deodoriser is a soothing, natural balm that neutralises odours...

Bentley Organic gets star treatment

American star Gwyneth Paltrow chose to showcase British brand Bentley Organic’s products in a recent edition of her influential e-newsletter. The star, who is...

Body Proud goes live with #noBODYlikeyou campaign 

With studies showing that 78% of Gen Z feel pressured to get ‘summer body ready’, Body Proud has launched the #noBODYlikeyou campaign.