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The latest news from the natural and organic products industry.

Nutrition Geeks unveils new supplement duo

Nutrition Geeks has announced the introduction of two new powdered supplements: Magnesium Glycinate 3-in-1 and Lion’s Mane Focus+.

Quorn adds industry clout to Plant-based Food Alliance UK

Quorn has become a member of the UK Plant-based Food Alliance a move that is hoped will strengthen the alliance’s influence at Westminster.

In brief: BOOM Awards 2023 winners

A run-down of the winners of the 2023 BOOM Awards, announced last night by the Soil Association during a ceremony at Paintworks, Bristol.

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LillyPuds has added to its range with Figgy Pudding with Ginger Conserve, blending sultanas, figs, ginger, apricots and whisky.

LAKRIDS holds ‘world’s largest liquorice tasting’

This Friday will see the ‘world’s largest liquorice tasting’ as part of LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW’s global campaign to make the world taste liquorice.

Goldsmith quits as Government climate leadership questioned

Minister Zac Goldsmith has tendered a letter of resignation to Rishi Sunak, citing the PM’s ‘apathy’ over climate change.

Glebe Farm invests in cutting-edge packaging facility

Glebe Farm Foods is making a multi-million pound investment to enable its entire production process to take place on one site from August.

Defra SFI update signals ‘clear direction of travel’

Organic Farmers & Growers (OF&G) calls recent Defra developments to the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) ‘concrete progress’.

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To meet the demand for natural remedies to reduce stress and improve sleep, Evopure has launched Reishi Cacao Adaptogenic Mushroom Powder.

Pura Collagen first brand to display M-Tick symbol on-pack

Following a successful trial of the M-Tick symbol in Boots, Pura Collagen has become the first GenM Partner to display the logo on-pack.

New H&B campaign tackles menopause ethnicity gap

H&B addresses the menopause ethnicity gap after research reveals women of minority ethnic backgrounds feel excluded from the conversation.

Dual action summer protection from Green People

Green People’s Moisturising After Sun Natural Insect Repellent hydrates and cools after sun exposure, while protecting against insect bites.

VFC Foods steps in to save Meatless Farm from administration

Following reports that Meatless Farm was heading towards bankruptcy, VFC Foods has announced its acquisition of the plant-based company.

UK considers new rules for alt-protein approval

The UK is considering regulatory changes to speed up the approval process for cultured meat, alternative protein and animal-free dairy.

Nim’s founder receives MBE in King’s first Birthday Honours List

Nimisha Raja, founder of Nim’s Fruit Crisps, has been awarded an MBE in King Charles’ birthday honours for her services to business.

Takegoodcare opens bricks and mortar store in Lewes

Sustainable store takegoodcare has opened its doors in Lewes, directly below the office where founder Barbara Rowe came up with the concept.

Adaptogenic Apothecary offers Freedom from menopause symptoms

New from Adaptogenic Apothecary is Freedom, a ‘ground-breaking’ adaptogenic powder clinically proven to ease symptoms of menopause.

Lincoln’s oldest health food store goes on the market

Green’s Health in Lincoln, which has been operating since 1909, has been put up for sale by current manager and proprietor Karen Boulton.

OliPhenolia crowned champion at Free From Skincare Awards

The twelfth annual Free From Skincare Awards saw Italian skincare brand OliPhenolia triumphed, being named overall champion.

Planet-friendly innovations celebrated at Beauty Shortlist Eco Lifestyle Awards

This year’s Beauty Shortlist Eco Lifestyle Awards embraced products from multiple sectors including beauty, wellness and green home.