New research has revealed that consumers react less negatively to the failure of green products than conventional products. The study, from UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School (UCD Smurfit School), …
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Organic market grows two per cent in 12th year of growth, with independent channel now worth almost half a billion pounds
The organic market grew two per cent last year to now be worth £3.2bn, with a return to growth for independent retail, recording some 10 per cent growth. Soil Association …
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Retailers are being encouraged to get involved with a new series of educational webinars being run by Health Stores UK. The organisation has created the new regular slot for its …
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New research has revealed almost three-quarters of Brits opt to treat ailments at home rather than seeing a doctor. The data found 71 per cent now treat minor ailments at …
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Viridian Nutrition has been endorsed in a recent audit for its commitment to positive environmental practices. Conducted by sustainability experts, Greenleaf TDG, the comprehensive environmental audit examines various aspects of …
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Award-winning chocolatier Booja-Booja is launching two new gift ranges in stunning, hand-designed packaging. The company are introducing new heart-shaped gift boxes to their Artist’s Collection range, plus two new limited-edition …
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The number of vegetarians satisfied with the choice of food products has suffered a dramatic decline. That is according to the findings of new research commissioned by Ingredient Communications, which …
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A retail group supporting independents has issued a wish list for the forthcoming Spring Budget. The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has put together its five item ‘wish list’ for the …
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This year’s Veganuary campaign took to the streets of London with a political message. During the recent annual event, Veganuary’s Vote for Veggies campaign bus hit the streets of London. …
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British entrepreneur Heather Mills has announced a £1m deal to purchase the assets of plant-based brand VBites, which fell into administration in December. Mills launched the business back in 2009 …
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Supplement brand Viridian Nutrition is launching a ‘No Junk’ campaign this week and is asking independent health food stores to join the initiative. The ‘No Junk’ campaign will go live …
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Suma Wholefoods has announced that it is launching a new range of pestos, ready for spring. The range will launch with two products, one a green basil pesto and the …