‘No evidence’ that veggie terms confuse consumers, Lords Committee concludes
A special committee of the UK House of Lords there says is “no evidence” that words such as ‘burger’ and ‘sausage’ used to describe vegan and vegetarian products lead to…
Organic hemp business forced to destroy entire crop after Home Office revokes licence
UK-based organic hemp grower and manufacturer Hempen has been forced to destroy its entire crop after the Home Office revoked its hemp grower’s licence.
Organic apples have best variety of bacteria for gut health
A new study shows revealed that a typical apple supports more than 100 million bacteria, many of which play a vital role in supporting a healthy gut environment.
10 Global Consumer trends that are disrupting business now – from ‘Conscious Consumer’ to ‘I can Look After Myself’
A major new report from Euromonitor International identifies the biggest consumer trends currently impacting – and disrupting – businesses globally.
Third of young Britons have switched to plant-based milk
A third of young Britons have made a switch to plant-based milk alternatives, according to new research from Mintel.
Scandinavia’s major new forum to lead the sustainability debate
Cheering from the side-lines about sustainability is no longer option one of the speakers at a major new forum for retailers will tell delegates.
RSA report calls for wholesale switch to agroecological farming by 2030
A major new report from the UK-based RSA Food, Farming & Countryside Commission calls for the “unleashing of a fourth agriculture revolution driven by public values”.
‘Rock star’ retailer grills Coop over plant-based burger claim
Joannes Cullberg, the founder of Stockholm-based retailer Paradiset, seems to be acquiring something approaching rock star status in Swedish organic and natural circles.
Natexpo to highlight booming organic catering sector
This year’s Natexpo event in Paris will place a particular focus on the increasingly valuable organic food service sector, the event organiser says.
Report highlights how medicines, lifestyle and diet are “killing” women’s nutrient levels
A new report highlights the extent to which medicines, lifestyle and poor diet are “killing” vitamin and mineral levels, leading to potentially serious health issues for women.