HayMax, the allergen barrier balm brand, is support Allergy UK’s Allergy Awareness Week which takes place next week. Running from 22nd to 28th April, the awareness week will resonate more strongly than ever before with the theme “Too Big to Ignore”, serving as a strong reminder of the escalating prevalence of allergies and the profound impact they have on both individuals and communities. HayMax, which produces a range of organic, natural and drug free allergen barrier balms to benefit people affected by pet, dust and hay fever allergies, as well as asthma, is an official corporate partner of ..read more

5 Mins Read The Rewe Group has opened the doors to its first 100% vegan store in Germany. Called Rewe Fully Plant-Based, the new space houses more than 2,700 products, and is located on a road crossed by 90,000 pedestrians every day. Weeks after it was rumoured to be opening the store, German retailer Rewe has unveiled its first fully vegan supermarket in the country. Taking over from the previous flagship store of Veganz on Berlin’s Warschauer Brücke (Warsaw Bridge), the 212 sq m Rewe Fully Plant Based space boasts over 2,700 products from more than 300 brands. This means that the new locati ..read more

The UK’s largest plastic waste survey, The Big Plastic Count, has found that UK households discard on average 60 pieces of plastic packaging per household weekly, which adds up to an estimated 1.7 billion pieces of plastic nationally per week. The survey, conducted by Greenpeace UK and Everyday Plastic, with academic support from the Revolution Plastics Institute at the University of Portsmouth found that this number equates to 90 billion pieces of plastic packaging being thrown away annually, only 17% of which is recycled domestically. The Big Plastic Count saw participation from nearly ..read more

Adaptogenic wellness brand, The Herbtender, launches across 500 Holland & Barrett UK stores this month, as one of the retail chain’s flagship functional mushroom brands. The Herbtender’s unique formulas draw upon ancient herbal wisdom to strengthen the mind and body’s natural resilience to stress, providing a zero faff, hugely effective solution to managing and supporting our mental health. Founded by husband-and-wife team, Mark and Laura Neville, The Herbtender’s collection of plant-based, planet positive, gluten-free wellness supplements bring the power of adaptogens, stress-management ..read more

End false green claims, protect consumers and promote more sustainable and honest consumer practices. These are the main objectives of the new Sustainable Consumption Law launched by the Ministry of Social Rights, Consumption and Agenda 2030. This is a pioneering law in Spain focused exclusively on the sustainable consumption of products and services, both from the point of view of consumers and from production. Specifically, the regulations propose to put an end to greenwashing , that is, environmental claims without scientific support and all deceptiv ..read more

Following feedback from exhibitors that too many companies are attending shows to sell to both exhibitors and visitors without exhibiting, Natural & Organic Products Expo (NOPEX), held at ExCeL London on 14-15 April, has taken decisive action, which, according to the organisers, Diversified Communications, has led to a significantly improved event.  The presence of companies selling their services to stand holders, who have invested significant sums in attending, and setting up camp in cafes and shared areas, has become a growing problem for organisers, with increasing numbers of exh ..read more

As the curtain draws on the final day of Natural & Organic Products Expo, it’s time to reflect on the pivotal moments that have defined this gathering of industry leaders, innovators, and advocates for sustainability. Mary Portas, fireside chat with Janey Lee Grace Midday saw the Main Stage filled to the brim as crowds gathered for Mary Portas’ keynote fireside chat with Janey Lee Grace, which saw the businesswoman and broadcaster delve deep into the ever-evolving landscape of the natural and organic products industry. She began by covering her luxury brand experience, and the heightened c ..read more

As the sun sets on the inaugural day of Natural & Organic Products Expo 2024, we’re here to recap the highlights and offer a glimpse into what awaits you tomorrow. Today has been an extraordinary journey through the wonders of the natural and organic industry, and we’re just getting started. Celebrating Nature’s Diversity From the finest in vegan produce to the latest supplements, and innovations in household, beauty and wellbeing, NOPEX Day 1 showcased the incredible diversity of the natural and organic industry. Over 500 brands showcased an array of innovative products, techniques and id ..read more

Niche Brands Ltd Niche Brands Ltd is looking for distributors across the following areas: UK Europe (EU) Europe (Non EU) North America South / Central America Middle East / North Africa South Africa / Africa Asia Australia & Pacific Other Niche Brands Ltd email: office@takaturmeric.com office@nichebrands.ltd The post Distributors wanted for Niche Brands Ltd appeared first on NP NEWS | The online home of Natural Products magazine ..read more

The world’s first brand of canned water, Cano Water, has expanded its retail offering through a new listing with leading online grocery shop Ocado. Cano Water’s groundbreaking still and sparkling cans are available to shop in boxes of 24, priced at £16.00, providing a more sustainable option than purchasing single-use plastic water bottles – as well as a healthier alternative to sparkling sodas and flavoured drinks. On a mission to save 1 billion plastic bottles from landfill by 2030, Cano Water’s packaging is made of aluminium including 62% recycled material, making each can infinitely recyc ..read more