Organic GMOs – is this the future of sustainability?
The debate in Europe over the application of new genetic engineering techniques, and specifically gene editing techniques such as CRISPR, is intensifying. The research establishment, several Member States and parts…
NZ’s Alaron Products scoops Supplier of the Year Award for second year running
Nelson-based contract manufacturer Alaron Products has won the Supplier of the Year Award for New Zealand’s natural health products industry for a second year running.
CBD trade group would defy FSA on Novel Foods compliance
UK-based trade group the Cannabis Trade Association says it would fight any efforts from the country’s Food Standards Agency to enforce compliance of CBD’s recently classified status as a Novel…
Vegans urged to supplement ‘critical’ brain nutrient
Vegans and people switching to predominantly plant-based diets could be at risk of deficiencies of an “overlooked” but important brain nutrient, a prominent UK nutritionist has warned.
Seven double-checked benefits of organic food
Sweden’s brand new Eko-september (Organic September) campaign has at its core seven ‘super-screened’ claims that all organic operators can use with confidence. Here, Johan Cejie of Moreganic Sourcing explains the…
As the crow fries: Scientists link city birds’ taste for fast food with higher cholesterol
A new study by researchers at Hamilton College in New York suggests that a diet of human foods such as discarded cheeseburgers might be giving American crows living in urban…
M&S claims ‘first’ for food-to-go reusable container scheme
UK food and clothing retailer Marks & Spencer (M&S) says it is the first major grocery retailer to introduce a reusable container incentive for fresh food-to-go .
Danish researchers announce new organic verification test
Researchers at the University of Copenhagen say they have developed a new organic food verification test.
Nearly 400 natural products businesses swing behind Climate Collaborative
The Climate Collaborative, a US initiative that aims to “leverage the power of the natural products industry to reverse climate change”, says it will send a rallying call to potential…
Charity claims ‘world first’ for vegan efficacy test for cosmetics producers
The Vegan Society is claiming a world first for its new in vitro efficacy test, developed by UK-based microbiological testing laboratory MSL.