21/05/2012
Organic Fish regulation adopted in Canada
by Kai Kreuzer
Canadian farmed fish can now be certified as organic with the release of made-in-Canada standards. The inaugural Canadian Organic Aquaculture Standard, to be released on Thursday, prohibits the use of antibiotics, herbicides and genetically modified organisms, and severely restricts the use of parasiticides. more
21/05/2012
Wales: Sustainability kit to show organic food businesses a recipe for success
by Press Release Organic Centre Wales
Organic Centre Wales launched a new sustainability toolkit for food businesses last month in a drive to help producers and manufacturers manage costs and reduce Wales' carbon footprint. The Sustainability Toolkit for Organic Businesses, which has been sent to over 300 organic organisations in Wales, details a step by step approach to creating a sustainable business, while tackling increasing energy costs and disruption to overseas supplies. more
21/05/2012
BioFach America: US market gets going again
by oneco editorial board, Marisa Kleinmann
After a brilliant start at the Baltimore location in autumn 2011, NürnbergMesse is looking forward to its next appearance at Natural Products Expo East, when BioFach America – All Things Organic invites the sector to the Baltimore Convention and Exhibition Centre again from 20–22 September 2012. The main players are organic companies from North and South America, Europe and Asia. more
18/05/2012
US-Actress Launches Natural Cosmetics
by Karin Heinze
Alicia Silverstone is not only well known for her roles in cinema, television and theatre but also for her commitment to animal conservation, vegan nutrition and environmental protection. more
18/05/2012
Paraben-Free Cosmetic Formulations Gaining Popularity
by News Service of Organic Monitor
New alternative preservation systems for cosmetic products are gaining popularity because of high consumer demand for natural & organic cosmetics, as well as the growing trend of formulators avoiding parabens. Parabens are the most widely used preservatives, present in thousands of personal care products that include moisturisers, shampoos, toothpastes, lubricants, and gels. more
17/05/2012
Indian Clothing Manufacturer Focuses on Organic and Sustainable
by Karin Heinze
Since it was set up in 1989, the company Hues India Pvt. Ltd. has developed into a renowned export business. more
17/05/2012
Løv Organic opens another shop in Paris
by Kai Kreuzer
With the launch of another shop in Paris, the organic tea producer Løv Organic recently opened its tenth boutique in France and its fortieth in Europe and Canada. more
16/05/2012
USA: YouthTrade certified products about to be launched in Whole Foods Markets
by oneco editorial board, Susanne Franz
Next Monday Whole Foods and YES (Youth Entrepreneurship and Sustainability) are co-launching Youth Trade certified products in 28 stores. more
16/05/2012
UN Trade Commissioner Supports Expansion of Organic Agriculture in Africa
by Kai Kreuzer
The second African Organic Conference was held in the Zambian capital Lusaka at the beginning of May. The objectives of the conference included devising an action plan to advance the development of the organic sector on the continent. more
15/05/2012
EOSTA - Nature & More:Nature & More: Sowing Seeds for Bees
by Belga Media Support
EOSTA - Nature & More:Nature & More: Sowing Seeds for Bees AMSTERDAM, May 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- International "Bees love organic" more