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The latest news from the natural and organic products industry.

Ecotone announces highest B Corp score, new sustainability report

Ecotone has announced it has become the world’s highest scoring global food business in its B Corp recertification, with 116.5 points.  

Better Nature secures £700k to boost growth in UK and Europe

Ahead of raising its Series A next year, Better Nature has secured £700k in funding to fuel growth for its tempeh range in the UK and Europe.

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Crave founder Rob Brice is celebrating winning a TV competition which rewards the category winners with a listing in retail giant Aldi.

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Cannaray CBD supplement range – including CBD Day & Night Oil Drops and CBD Muscle Balm – is now available in Holland & Barrett.

Julienne Bruno creates Collection 01 dairy-free trio

Aiming to offer a different perspective on plant-based food, Julienne Bruno has launched three new dairy-free ‘cheeses’ in its Collection 01.

Majority of UK adults want GMOs to be clearly labelled

A new poll shows that the vast majority of UK adults think GMOs in the farming and food system should be regulated, traceable and labelled.

Planet Organic confirms new Teddington location for early 2023

Planet Organic has announced plans to open a new store in Teddington, south-west London, at the end of February 2023.

Industry reacts to Autumn Statement

Following delivery of the Autumn Statement, organizations from different corners of the industry have offered their feedback on the Budget.

Lush opens largest Irish store

Natural cosmetics retailer Lush opened its largest shop in Ireland, in Dundrum town centre, spanning 2,311 sq ft and creating 25 new jobs.

The Vegan Kind folds after being sold in administration

Shortly after being sold in administration to Lillie SPV Limited in a pre-pack transaction, The Vegan Kind has ceased operation.

Co-op pulls Christmas ad to spotlight food project

Turning its back on the traditional Christmas ad, Co-op is highlighting community food projects helping tackle the cost of living crisis.

Planet Organic announces Waitrose partnership

Planet Organic is teaming up with Waitrose in a deal that sees the organic supermarket’s own-brand wellbeing products in-store and online.

Spanish flexitarian brand Flax & Kale comes to the UK

Spanish company Flax & Kale is launching its range of plant-based foods and kombuchas in the UK at the end of November.

Vitæ launches sustainable indoor garden solution

Vitæ – which is on a mission to reinvent urban agriculture – has created the Vitæ Halo, an indoor garden that grows fresh, tasty herbs.

Verdino lands plant-based fish line in UK

Verdino Green Foods is launching Unfished, a new range of frozen fish alternatives into the UK market at the end of November.

Lush and Weleda bag wins at 2022 Sustainable Beauty Awards

Lush scooped New Sustainable Product at the 2022 Sustainable Beauty Awards, with Weleda being named top Sustainability Pioneer.

MONAT creates IR Clinical Range, launches first make-up line

MONAT has introduced a new IR Clinical range as well as its first ever make-up product in the form of its BB Cream with SPF 30.

Survey highlights men’s and women’s attitudes to skincare

A survey by Lycored has revealed the differing attitudes between male and female skincare users when it comes to beauty and skin health.

Bio&Me secures further £1.6 million investment

After a £1.4 million funding round with investors including Harry Kane early this year, Bio&Me has secured a further £1.6 million investment.

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New from Pukka Herbs comes its Elderberry Syrup, a bespoke herbal blend made with elderberries, ginger, thyme and honey.