Food and Drink Matters Issue 175

Bristol Fungarism

Natural & Organic Products

Expo 2024 Review

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Sustainability Matters

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June 2024 – issue 175

CONTENTS

June 2024 – issue 175

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NATURAL & ORGANIC PRODUCTS EXPO 2024 REVIEW

Natural & Organic Products

EXPO 2024 review

he Natural & Organic Products Expo

(NOPEX) has been running since 1997 and

T is the leading industry show for sustainable,

natural and organic products and innovation

across the whole sector.

NOPEX 2024 was co-located with the Natural Beauty

Expo and Natural Food Expo and ran from the 14th-

15th April at the ExCeL in London. This year’s spring

show welcomed a record 7,305 visitors over the two

days, with over 600 exhibitors showcasing over 500

leading products and innovations.

The extensive range of products exhibited included:

vegan, vegetarian, organic, free-from, fair trade, sports

nutrition, pet healthcare, supplements, homeopathy,

aromatherapy, ayurvedic medicine, essential oils,

herbal products, clothing, fabric and textiles, baby

and children’s products, private label, contract

manufacturing, and household items.

The key buyers came from a variety of background

such as: health stores, distribution, wholesale,

supermarkets, independent retail and leisure centres

and with 84% of the visitors holding purchasing

power, many sales leads took place during the event.

The Vegan World section was particularly popular

with visitors with exhibitors showcasing the latest

planet-based innovations and products on the

market today. The Beauty & Food Launchpad Zones

provided welcome spaces for new startups and market

disruptors across both sectors and the carefully curated

Indie Focus Programme encouraged independent

retailers to attend the seminar programme and onsite

networking opportunities.

During the show, Food & Drink Matters mingled

with faces old and new and awarded the following

15 companies as our Top Exhibitors:

1) Just Wholefoods: The Cotswolds-based company

have created a range of family home baking

and sweet treat range from their kitchen, free

from gelatine, artificial colours, flavours and

preservatives. The Vegan Lemon Jelly has a zingy

flavour, and with its quick-setting is popular with

all jelly fans.

2) Pius Vita Superfoods: These premium vegan,

organic and gluten-free products are nutrientrich

superfoods, designed to optimise health &

wellbeing. With a strong focus on sustainability,

ethical best practice is at the heart of all

operations. From gut health, immunity boosters, to

hormone balance, there’s something for everyone.

3) Beketo Ltd: This is the first brand in the UK and

Europe to exclusively cater to the KETO/low-carb

diet. The full extensive range of products include:

foods, snacks and supplements.

4) Amazing Herbs: The original manufacturer of

Black (Cumin) Seed Food Supplements across the

world. The Premium 100% Pure Cold-Pressed

Black Seed Oil uses non-GMO, pesticides-free and

non-irradiated Nigella Sativa seeds from Turkish

farms and is ideal for promoting general health &

well-being.

5 Ausha: Multi-award-winning vegan-certified

organic superfoods, herbs & spices. All products

are certified as vegan by the Vegan Society and

Ausha holds an organic licence with the Soil

Association. The Banana Powder Organic for

example can be added to juices, smoothies, warm

water, cereals, yogurts to give a great, healthy

banana flavour.

6) Bardo: Leading range of 100% real-food snacks

which are high in fibre, Omega-3, phytonutrients,

with fruits, nuts, seeds and botanicals and no

added sugar or sweeteners. Calm Bites are

moreish, bite-size snacks: the ‘Find Balance’

flavour is infused with figs, almonds, lemon balm

and thyme for a calmer day.

7) Bristol Fungarium: Offering the UK’s only certified

‘functional mushroom tinctures’ – focusing on UK

native varieties. After harvesting, the medicinal

mushrooms are dried in an infrared dehydrator to

optimise the bioactive compounds.

8) Confit de Provence: Delicious jam range from

France, using traditional recipes, with a focus

on organic jams for the last thirty years. With

rigorously selected fruits, one of the favourites is

the 3 Citrus from Corsica: an organic extra jam

with oranges, clementines and pomelos.

9) Crystalnutri: An innovative approach to

concentrated nutrition and superfoods, with no

added additives or sweeteners, with a brand-new

art design packaging unveiled at NOPEX. The

CardioBerry Fruit Crystal contains berries, beetroot,

grapes, carrots and apples and provides a rich source

of vitamins, phytonutrients and antioxidants.

10) Hello Wellness: UK expert-manufactured

supplements, made with only the finest natural

herbal ingredients. Hello Immunity capsules

protect the immune system with rose hips,

elderberries, calendula and rosemary, for the first

signs of a cold or flu.

11) Magictree Superfoods: Products include

Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurvedic Medicine

and Traditional African Medicine.

12) Nogih Chocolates: These handcrafted gourmet,

organic and vegan chocolates come with a quirky,

eye-catching packaging design. Delicious flavours

include: white vegan Keto & chia seeds, cocoa

with sun kissed orange and milk chocolate with

coconut milk.

13) Quirky Monkey: A unique range of mushroom

coffee and hot chocolate fusions, including Lion’s

Mane Coffee Fusion. Lion’s Mane Mushroom is

referred to as ‘King of the Jungle’ and renowned

for its nutritional healing benefits.

14) Salus UK: UK importers for the German

manufactured VMS, herbal teas and fresh plant

juices via wholesalers and direct to retail. The

newly packaged Floradix range was unveiled at

NOPEX, with the range including: magnesium,

immune support, liquid iron, vitamin-B complex

and a children’s range.

15) Wavy Wonders: Seaweed & super-seed snacks

lovingly made from Norwegian seaweed with

tantalising flavours like Sea Salt, Chili & Berry

and Wild Garlic & Yogurt.

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These snacks are part of growing the

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leave you wanting more. They come

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As an added benefit, seaweed is a

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antioxidants than blueberries and have

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Antioxidants which are vital to

reducing the risk of diseases and this

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brain and eye sight and is as simple

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QuirkyMonkey:

Indulgent fusions

for a better wellbeing

QuirkyMonkey is a health-focused

brand that offers a unique coffee and

hot chocolate experience. It specialises

in creating a range of nootropic and

adaptogenic beverages using only

natural ingredients.

It offers a line of nootropic and

adaptogenic drinks made with natural

ingredients. Carefully crafted in small

artisan batches in the UK and are

suitable for vegans and those with

gluten sensitivities.

Please visit www.quirkymonkey.com

Email darwin@quirkymonkey.com

QuirkyMonkey has

launched a new range of

three nootropic mushroom

coffee blends and raw cacao

mushroom hot chocolate. These

innovative fusions are designed

to support you throughout the

day or help you unwind after a

long day. The mushroom coffee

blends are carefully crafted

with RFA-certified Arabica

coffee from Brazil, infused

with pure mushroom extracts

such as Lion’s Mane, Reishi,

or Cordyceps, along with

Ashwagandha, Raw Cacao,

Maca Root, and C8 MCT Oil.

The raw cacao mushroom hot

chocolate offers a delicious and

healthy alternative, blending

ethically sourced raw cacao

from the Ivory Coast with pure

mushroom extracts, MCT Oil,

Maca Root, Cinnamon, and

Rose Hip.

For more information, please go

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Organic certified

medicinal mushrooms

ver conscious of

Ethe unfolding

ecological collapse

that confronts us,

Bristol Fungarium’s

founder, Tom Baxter,

chose to find meaning

through working the

land in 2008 as an

organic veg farmer. 10

years down the line,

Bristol Fungarium was

born with one mission: to cultivate,

process and provide the best medicinal

mushroom products available here

in the UK – with the least negative

impact on our local environment,

while inspiring and educating people

about the history, science and healing

opportunities of the mushrooms they

grow and love (OK, perhaps they have

a few missions to accomplish!).

Bristol Fungarium strive to do things

differently by offering native strains,

organically grown, comprehensively

extracted and carefully packed under a

single roof. In an increasingly opaque

supplement market, they are the first

to not only make the whole supply

chain short and transparent – but

potentially the only company who

knows exactly where their mushroom

species originated in the wild. They

do this by carefully foraging for

interesting fungi, bringing them back

Live healthier, live keto

he ketogenic (keto)

Tdiet, characterised

by high fat, moderate

protein, and very low

carbohydrate intake,

has gained significant

popularity in recent

years. Reporting potential

health benefits such as

improved blood sugar

control, enhanced mental

clarity and energy levels,

and effective weight loss.

Additionally, it is being

used medically to address

certain illnesses including

epilepsy and some

neurological disorders.

BeKeto is guided by

certain values (BeKeto Values) that

the company likes to share with its

customers (Beketonians).

BeKeto is the first brand in the UK

and Europe fully dedicated to the

ketogenic and low-carbohydrate diet.

Its mission is to help as many people

as possible achieve a state of ketosis

and optimal health by following the

healthiest low-carbohydrate lifestyle

possible.

Thousands of hours have been

invested to bring you the highest

quality ketogenic products. Whether

you’re already keto or just starting

your amazing journey, BeKeto

is the perfect fit.

Eat well, be happy, and become

the best version of yourself with

BeKeto’s extensive range of

products. From MCT oils, keto breads,

and keto collagen to keto snacks,

exogenous ketones, keto supplements,

and keto strip tests, its offerings have

been praised and recommended by

Women’s Health, Men’s Health, The

Telegraph, Evening Standard, and

The Independent.

Want to be part of the BeKeto

family and become a wholesaler or

distributor? Please see below:

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Hello Wellness: Natural herbal remedies

The bustling scene at the Hello Wellness

stand during the 2024 Natural and

Organic Show was a testament to

the growing demand for conscientious

health solutions. Surpassing our previous

milestones, we proudly distributed over

200 travel pots crafted from eco-friendly

plant plastic.

Hello Wellness isn’t just about products; it’s

about embracing a lifestyle rooted in natural

goodness. Our supplement range offers

simple remedies for everyday health hurdles,

harnessing the power of nature’s herbal

wonders. From bolstering cognitive function

to nurturing gut health, from harmonising

hormonal balance to navigating the phases

of menopause, and from fortifying immunity

to boosting vitality, our blends deliver swift,

yet gentle support.

to a lab at the farm,

and cloning them to be

grown on myceliated

blocks created with

sustainably sourced

wood and organic

wheat bran.

By prioritising strains

that are native to

the land we live on,

Bristol Fungarium are

single-handedly avoiding the spread

of billions of spores from commercial

mushroom strains that have been selected

specifically for their ability to grow fast

and fruit heavily, and will therefore easily

outcompete our native mushroom strains

– with potentially damaging results to

local biodiversity. Utilising native fungi

also paves the way for a closer connection

to the medicine of this land, which they

honour by making the strongest tincture

extracts currently available to purchase.

This was recently confirmed by the

Neuroscience Lab at UWE – who the

team have partnered with to research

their native Lion’s Mane and its potential

applications for Neurodegenerative

Diseases such as Alzheimer’s.

Bristol Fungarium is a developing story,

and this is only the beginning.

hello@bristolfungarium.com

www.bristolfungarium.com

In a world where transparency matters,

we stand firm in our commitment to

purity. Our capsules contain only pristine

ingredients, devoid of any additives. Certified

vegan-friendly and gluten-free, they are

proudly made in the UK, ensuring quality

and ethical standards.

But our dedication to wellness doesn’t end

with the contents of our products – it extends

to their impact on the planet. Mindful of our

ecological footprint, our pots are crafted from

biodegradable plant plastic, aligning with our

ethos of sustainability. Furthermore, for those

seeking greater value, our 60-capsule trade-up

pouch offers a cost-effective option without

compromising on quality.

As a trailblazing independent brand, founded

by a naturopath, innovation is at the heart

of everything we do. We’re not just selling

products; we're pioneering accessible avenues

to well-being. Collaborating closely with

retailers, we’re dedicated to ensuring that our

pots of wellness find their way into the hands

of those who seek holistic health solutions.

To find out more contact:

Dave Christie, Commercial Lead,

dave@hello-wellness.co.uk

https://hello-wellness.co.uk

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Bardo: Good mood food

nacking is deeply embedded in our

Sdaily rituals: 78% of consumers

snack when having a break from work

or study and 69% consider snacking

important for keeping their energy up.

Yet, much like the rest of the average

UK food basket, snacking products are

overwhelmingly ultra-processed, sugarladen

and leave us feeling anything

but re-energised. This is why we have

created Bardo.

With Bardo, we want to redefine

snacking as an occasion for nourishing

both our physical health, and our

mood and emotional wellbeing. Our

range of 100% real food snacks, free

from UPFs, is blended with

traditional healing and

adaptogenic plants that

support balanced energy

levels, cognitive performance and

resilience to stress.

Bardo snacks come in three delectable

flavours built around the mood enhancing

benefits of its botanicals, according to

their traditional uses – Calm, Focus and

Lift each feature a

different combination

of fruits, nuts,

seeds and botanical

infusions. They are

all high in fibre,

gluten & grain free

and naturally high

in Omega 3s and

essential minerals.

Bardo snacks have

also been formulated

for portion control

and convenience: they come in bitesize

pieces in a (fully recyclable) resealable

bag for handy snacking on the go.

Good mood food for the body and mind.

T 07956 093114

lilijan@bardo.uk

https://bardo.uk

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35-yearold

T

‘No Nasties’

brand Just

Wholefoods,

comes back

with fresh

new look and

leadership at

The Natural

and Organic

Show 2024.

With a commitment to providing

delicious, nutritious, and ethically

sourced products that are free from all

14 allergens, gelatine, artificial colours,

flavours and preservatives, the company

showcased its recently launched fresh

new product designs at the show.

Offering the same great taste with

a brand-new look, Just Wholefoods

boasts an impressive range of natural

and organic products that include

delicious jelly’s, custard powder,

baking kits and sweets.

Lovingly founded in the Cotswolds,

England, Just Wholefoods is a British

brand started by Anne and James, a

trail-blazing pair of eco-champions and

veggies in the 80’s who found themselves

struggling to find their family favourite

treats without the nasties.

From the comfort of their own home,

they set out creating a delicious range

of products that have since been

praised for their vibrant flavours and

impressive nutritional content. The

company has recently taken on a new

Managing Director, Fliss Newland

who herself is a passionate vegan with

over eight years’ FMCG experience.

In a market saturated with processed

foods and artificial ingredients, Fliss’

experience and passion make her the

ideal person to elevate Just Wholefoods

to a whole new level.

If you’re interested in stocking an

organic, vegan brand that your

customers will love, please see below:

T 07546 126882

info@justwholefoods.co.uk

www.justwholefoods.co.uk

Pure, raw, natural, organic

products that are good for you

and for the environment!

ius Vita Superfoods offer a delicious

Pand convenient way to nourish

your body, support your health goals,

and embrace a lifestyle of vitality and

well-being.

Located at Stand: FLP09, Pius Vita

Superfoods showcased its range of

premium organic products at the

NOPEX Exhibition 2024. With a

focus on sustainability, the company

prioritise ethical practices in every

aspect of production. Its diverse range

includes nutrient-rich superfoods that

are meticulously sourced and processed

to retain maximum benefits.

Suitable for Vegans and Vegetarians,

Pius Vita Superfoods works with ethical

farmers around the world to produce

great products, and can therefore

offer the fairest and best prices on the

market. If you’re interested in stocking

the finest products where quality meets

affordability, then Pius Vita Superfoods

is the brand for you.

Elevate your product offering with

superfoods from Organic Chai Latte

Mixes, Organic Turmeric Latte, Organic

Ceremonial ‘AA’ Matcha all designed to

boost the immune system to products

that can balance hormone production

including Organic Cacao Powder,

Organic Maca Powder, Extra Virgin

Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Ceylon

Cinnamon Powder and much more.

Who said healthy food had to be

boring? Pius Vita Superfoods is keen

to increase its product awareness

and brand presence. If you’re a café,

restaurant or business in the food and

drink industry and interested in joining

their journey to better health, make the

smart choice and get in touch below:

admin@piusvitasuperfoods.co.uk

https://piusvitasuperfoods.co.uk



Salus revealing fresh new

look for their popular

range of Floradix

hroughout 2024, Salus

Tare revealing a fresh new

look for their popular range of

Floradix liquid supplements and

tablets, including their number

one selling Floradix Liquid

Iron Formula. The revamped

packaging, which has already

garnered positive feedback from

customers, maintains the brand’s

signature plant illustrations.

These familiar illustrations not

only create a bridge between

their rich heritage and its modern

offerings, but also emphasise the

benefits of the herbal extracts

contained within each product.

In addition, the new design will

feature the new Salus rooftop

logo. This distinctive emblem acts

as a guiding beacon, making it

easier than ever for customers to

locate their favourite Floradix

items on the shelf. The logo reflects

the brand’s commitment to quality

and its connection to nature.

The packaging facelift and new logo

signify a significant step forward for

Floradix, blending both tradition with

a contemporary design. These changes

ensure that the brand remains easily

CONFIT DE PROVENCE:

Organic Light Jams 100%

from Fruit

ince 1981, Confit de Provence, has

Sheld a leading position in the French

jam market, offering high quality and

tasty products with original recipes.

recognisable while continuing to

communicate the trusted, high-quality

nature of its products. As Floradix

embraces these exciting updates to the

look of the products, customers can

look forward to enjoying the same great

taste and high quality that they have

been used to for many years.

T 01744 815042

https://floradix.co.uk

CrystalNutri: Natural

Fruit Extract nutrition

I ntroducing

The Crystal

Nutrition

Company’s

CrystalNutri

range – a

delightful

discovery for

those seeking a fresh approach to

concentrated nutrition and superfoods

in the UK!

Unlike ordinary supplements, our

CrystalNutri products are crafted

without capsules or any unnecessary

additives or sweeteners. We believe in

keeping things simple and pure.

We take pride in gently extracting

high-quality fruits and vegetables

to preserve their natural nutritional

goodness. Through our unique process

of concentration and crystallisation,

we ensure maximum taste and

convenience for our customers.

What sets us apart is the innovative

crystalline form of our products, designed

to optimise absorption and make every

spoonful a delightful experience. Say

goodbye to bland supplements – our

CrystalNutri range, including blends

like RootSynergy, ImmunExtra, and

CardioBerry, offers a delicious way to

boost your fruit and vegetable intake.

Explore our range at:

www.crystalnutri.co.uk. Join us on a

journey to vibrant health and discover

the joy of CrystalNutri today!

Organic since 1994

Passionate about healthy eating, the

founder Mr Lepoutre launched in

1989 the very first range of light jams

100% from fruit without cane sugar

added; the sugar being replaced by

naturally sweetening concentrated

grape juice to obtain a lower Glycemic

Index jam and 35% fewer calories

than an Extra jam. An innovation in

the air of time, followed, in 1994 by

the first Organic Certification awarded

to a French Jam producer.

Those two events make Confit de

Provence a forerunner in his specialty,

a visionary, able to identify consumers’

expectations and their evolution.

Quality, innovations, fair prices,

traceability and of course ranges

adapted to the needs of consumers.

Discover our delicious six flavours

of Organic Light Jams 100% from

Fruit and enjoy, not feeling guilty!

Apricot, Strawberry with a pinch of

Blackcurrant, Blueberry, Prune,

4 Red Berries and 3 Citrus.

Today and forever, Confit de Provence

has the ambition to offer simple and

healthy products to contribute to the

development of sustainable food for all!

Contact

T (00 33) 4 42 96 64 88

josephine.campana@confitdeprovence.com

www.confitdeprovence.fr/en

Discover the range of low-fat jams

<< 100% from fruit >> of Confit de Provence!

With no added sugar, these jams highlight the natural

sweetness of fruits.

Perfect for your breakfasts and desserts!

Enjoy lightness and authenticity.

And if you want to know more about our company and

our other products – Extra jams with regional French fruits

(Fig, Clementine, Chestnut spread...), classic jams,

fruitspreads 65% of Fruit, jellies, French honeys, please

find us on social networks: www.confitdeprovence.fr

https://www.instagram.com/confitdeprovence

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Ausha: Supplier of Certified Organic Superfood,

Herbs and Wholefoods

Ausha’s product range

includes organic

Superfood Powders,

Organic Herbal Tea

Ranges, Organic Herbs

and spices, Organic

Coffee Beans and

Cashew Nuts. Their

portfolio emphasises

quality, featuring

Superfoods like Moringa

Powder, and Great Taste

Award-winning products

such as Fermented Green

& Black Peppercorns,

Organic Nutmeg Whole

with Mace, Organic

Turmeric Powder,

Organic Turmeric Powder with Black

Pepper and Ginger Powder, Organic

Tellicherry Peppercorns, Organic

Cashew Nuts and more.

11 Products of Ausha has won the GREAT

TASTE AWARD including the prestigious

3*** Award.

Incorporating superfoods and organic herbs

into your diet is crucial for maintaining

Established over three-decades

ago, Amazing Herbs is the ‘original’

manufacturer of Black (Cumin) Seed Food

Supplements in the world. Our Premium

100% Pure Cold-Pressed Black Seed Oil is

manufactured in our facilities in Buford,

GA, using the highest quality, Non-GMO,

pesticide-free and non-irradiated Nigella

Sativa seeds sourced directly from farms

in Turkey.

Please visit:

www.amazingherbsuk.com

health due

to their antioxidant properties, nutrient

density, digestive benefits, immune support,

and organic purity. Ausha is dedicated to

providing top-quality organic products at

competitive prices to support your healthy

lifestyle. Certified Vegan all their products

are Plant Based cruelty-free, natural and

unprocessed.

Alongside its extensive product range,

Ausha holds a current organic license with

the Soil Association and Vegan Trademark

with Vegan Society for the last 7 years.

This certification ensures that the company

has been inspected and meets the stringent

requirements of the Soil Association

organic standards and Regulations (EC)

No 834/2007 and 889/2008.

For more information, please see below:

T 07854 953724

info@ausha.co.uk

www.ausha.co.uk

Discover the secret of

Black Seed

s consumers increasingly

Aprioritise health, nutrition, and

sustainability in their food choices,

the organic food industry is set for

significant growth in the coming years.

Influences such as media coverage,

technological advancements, scientific

research, and heightened consumer

awareness are all contributing factors.

These external influences shape our

food preferences and impact our

daily choices.

Renowned as the ‘ancient healer,’

Amazing Herbs began as a father-andson

venture 30 years ago, introducing

Black Seed to the U.S. market and

educating consumers about its benefits.

Over the years, they have expanded

their product line and capabilities,

producing their offerings in-house

while upholding the highest quality

standards. Today, Amazing Herbs

remains a family-owned and

operated business, selling nearly

a million units annually.

Recognised as the original best-selling

premium Black Seed Oil in the U.S.,

Amazing Herbs employs unique

and natural methods to produce the

highest quality black seed oil. This

oil naturally contains thymoquinone

and other bioactive compounds that

enhance overall wellbeing.

Its Premium 100% Pure Cold-Pressed

Black Seed Oil is manufactured in

their facilities in Buford, GA, using the

highest quality, non-GMO, pesticidefree

and non-irradiated Nigella Sativa

seeds sourced directly from farms

in Turkey.

Two of their best-sellers include their

100% Pure Cold-Pressed Black Cumin

Seed Oil and the Premium Black Seed

Oil Softgels.

For more information,

please see below:

hello@amazingherbsuk.com

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SUSTAINABILITY MATTERS

Sustainability in the Food and

Drink Industry: Interconnected

practices, challenges, and benefits

ustainability has become a paramount shelf life of food products, thereby reducing waste stakeholders, from farmers to distributors.

focus across various industries, and the and enhancing sustainability.

Traceability and transparency are crucial for

Sfood and drink sector is no exception. As

verifying sustainable practices, but achieving

global awareness about environmental impact

grows, businesses increasingly adopt sustainable

practices to minimise their ecological footprint.

The interconnectedness of sustainability efforts

within the food and drink industry highlights the

need for a comprehensive approach, involving

legislation, innovative practices, and corporate

responsibility. This article explores the sustainable

practices, challenges, and benefits within the food

and drink sector, specifically focusing on the UK,

leveraging insights from the United Nations (UN)

and case studies of companies like PEPPADEW ® ,

Proampac, and Heritage Cider.

Energy efficiency is also a vital component

of sustainable practices. Reducing energy

consumption in production processes can be

achieved through investments in energy-efficient

machinery, the utilisation of renewable energy

sources, and the improvement of operational

efficiencies. Heritage Cider, for example, often

use traditional methods that require less energy

compared to industrial-scale production. By doing

so, they not only reduce their energy footprint but

also preserve the traditions of the past.

this can be difficult due to fragmented supply

chains and lack of standardisation. Additionally,

consumer behaviour plays a significant role in

driving sustainability. While there is a growing

trend towards environmentally conscious

consumption, many consumers are still influenced

by price and convenience. Educating consumers

about the benefits of sustainable products and

encouraging behavioural change is essential but

challenging.

In the food and drink industry, sustainable

practices encompass a broad range of strategies

aimed at reducing environmental impact,

conserving resources, and promoting social

responsibility. A key area of focus is sustainable

sourcing, which ensures that ingredients are

obtained in an environmentally friendly manner

that also supports local communities.

PEPPADEW ® , renowned for its sweet piquanté

peppers, exemplifies this approach. The company

sources its produce from local farmers, supporting

local economies. Additionally, PEPPADEW ® invests

in new technologies, such as hydroponics, to

grow peppers in a dynamic shift from traditional

cultivating methods. This innovative method aims

to provide a more sustainable way of cultivating

crops while maintaining their signature great taste.

By working closely with local communities and

fostering partnerships, PEPPADEW ® aspires to

be a forward-thinking innovator, committed to a

sustainable business model.

Another critical aspect of sustainability in

this sector is waste reduction. Food waste is a

significant issue, contributing to greenhouse gas

emissions and resource wastage. Companies

are implementing various strategies to minimise

waste, such as improving inventory management,

donating surplus food to charities, and utilising

food by-products. Parkside Flexible, a flexible

packaging company, has made strides in this area

by developing packaging solutions that extend the

Packaging innovation is another area where

significant progress is being made. Packaging

plays a crucial role in the food and drink

industry, and sustainable packaging solutions

are essential for reducing plastic waste and

pollution. Companies are increasingly adopting

biodegradable, recyclable, and reusable packaging

materials. Proampac’s development of flexible

packaging that is both recyclable and made from

renewable resources offers an environmentally

friendly alternative to conventional packaging,

demonstrating the industry’s commitment to

sustainability.

Despite the progress being made, several

challenges hinder the widespread adoption

of sustainable practices in the food and drink

industry. Financial constraints are a significant

barrier, especially for small and medium-sized

enterprises (SMEs). Implementing sustainable

practices often requires substantial investment,

and without adequate financial support or

incentives, the transition can be prohibitive.

Navigating the regulatory landscape can also be

challenging. The UK government has introduced

several legislations to promote sustainability, such

as the Plastic Packaging Tax, which incentivises

the use of recycled plastic in packaging. However,

staying compliant with these regulations

requires continuous adaptation and can be

resource-intensive.

Supply chain complexities further complicate

sustainability efforts. Ensuring sustainability

across the entire supply chain involves multiple

Adopting sustainable practices offers numerous

benefits, including environmental preservation,

cost savings, improved brand reputation, and

compliance with regulations. The primary

benefit of sustainability is the positive impact

on the environment. Sustainable practices help

conserve natural resources, reduce greenhouse gas

emissions, and minimise pollution, which is crucial

for mitigating climate change and preserving

ecosystems for future generations.

In the long run, sustainable practices can lead

to significant cost savings. Energy-efficient

technologies, waste reduction strategies, and

sustainable sourcing can lower operational

costs and improve profitability. No More Lids

innovative packaging solutions not only reduce

waste but also enhance product efficiency, leading

to cost savings for both manufacturers and

consumers.

Companies that prioritise sustainability can

enhance their brand reputation and appeal to

environmentally conscious consumers. Transparent

communication about sustainability efforts builds

trust and loyalty, differentiating brands in a

competitive market. PEPPADEW’s ® commitment

to sustainable sourcing and supporting local

farmers has strengthened its brand image and

attracted a loyal customer base.

Adhering to sustainability regulations ensures

compliance and reduces the risk of penalties

and legal issues. Staying ahead of regulatory

trends can also provide a competitive advantage,

as companies are better prepared for future

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legislative changes. The UK’s Plastic Packaging Tax,

for instance, encourages companies to innovate and

adopt sustainable packaging solutions, positioning

them favourably in the market.

As a leader in flexible packaging, Proampac

has made significant strides in sustainable

packaging solutions. The company’s emphasis on

recyclable and renewable materials demonstrates

its commitment to reducing plastic waste and

promoting a circular economy. Proampac’s

innovations, such as high-barrier packaging

that extends shelf life, contribute to waste

reduction and offer practical benefits to

consumers and manufacturers alike.

The company’s holistic approach to

sustainability encompasses not only

environmental impact but also

social responsibility, ensuring fair

labour practices and community

engagement.

The food and drink industry

is at a pivotal moment where

sustainability is not just a

choice but a necessity. The

interconnectedness of sustainable

practices, from sourcing to

packaging, highlights the need

for a comprehensive approach to

address environmental, social, and

economic challenges. While there

are significant obstacles, the benefits

of adopting sustainable practices are

substantial, ranging from environmental

preservation and cost savings to

improved brand reputation and regulatory

compliance.

Companies like Christeyns, National Flexible, and

Heritage Cider producers exemplify how sustainable

practices can be successfully integrated into business

models, offering valuable lessons for the industry.

As consumer awareness and regulatory pressures

continue to grow, the shift towards sustainability

will undoubtedly become more pronounced, driving

innovation and fostering a more sustainable future

for the food and drink industry. By embracing

sustainability, the industry can contribute to global

efforts to combat climate change, conserve resources,

and promote social equity, ensuring a healthier planet

for generations to come.

Julian Britain

Features Editor


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Sustainable wrapping

for the food industry

A

dopting sustainable wrapping solutions

can significantly reduce the environmental

footprint of the food industry, whilst

promoting a more sustainable future.

In recent years, we’ve seen a gradual shift towards

environmental best practices within the food

industry. There’s been a notable increase in the

adoption of sustainable wrapping solutions, driven

by a growing consumer demand for eco-friendly

products and a heightened focus on minimising

environmental impact.

For over 25 years, Prowrap has been a leading

manufacturer of cling film, aluminium foil, baking

papers, and dispensers. Its product lineup includes

the award-winning, fully recyclable, PVC-free

Ecocling, along with its renowned range of consumer,

own brand, and professional cling films. Each

product is crafted to meet the needs of professional

caterers, extend food shelf life, and reduce waste.

Prowrap envision a future without food waste, a

major contributor to climate change. The company

also foresee advancements in recycling infrastructure

that will efficiently handle more flexible plastic films,

minimising the impact of packaging waste.

Prowrap aims to revolutionise wrapping through its

six sustainability ingredients and core principles that

guide its daily operations: manufacturing products

manufacturing practices, including the Foodservice

Packaging Association (FPA), Sedex, Business in the

Community, and Alupro.

Every Prowrap product is responsibly sourced or

manufactured in the UK. The company develops new

products as sustainably as possible, collaborating with

key stakeholders in the foodservice sector to create

new initiatives that benefit everyone in the industry.

Sustainable materials used

Prowrap takes a holistic view that considers all

aspects of a product’s life cycle. For example, its

Infinity Foil can be recycled again and again, while

its Ecocling films are suitable for recycling without

compromising on stretchability, cutting capability, and

durability. Their parchments are 100% biodegradable

and compostable, ensuring that most of their products

are designed to have a second life after use.

This approach is fundamental to every design

decision Prowrap makes regarding its products.

For example, their Speedwrap Pro Dispensers now

feature Biocote antimicrobial technology, which

enhances dispenser protection by inhibiting the

growth of harmful microbes. This innovation allows

kitchens to use more eco-friendly cleaning products

while achieving the same high level of hygiene.

Ecocling is the newest addition to the Prowrap range.

It is a fully recyclable PVC-free cling film that is

available in widths of 300mm and 450mm to fit both

sizes of the Speedwrap Pro dispenser. It is designed

to balance recyclability and functionality, offering

the high levels of durability and stretchiness that

customers expect from professional-quality cling film.

The future must be sustainable

Prowrap understand and believe that using sustainable

products in professional kitchens is vitally important

to change. A spokesperson from Prowrap commented,

“Both food waste and packaging waste are two major

environmental issues, and kitchen operators are in the

rare position of being able to influence both. In five

years, kitchens will have a better handle on recycling

challenges, driven by evolving consumer preferences

and changing legislation, such as the anticipated

simple recycling regulations.”

“One example where we helped a customer on their

sustainability journey was when we designed our latest

innovation, the Speedwrap Pro. Its compatible refills

fit directly into the dispenser without needing a plastic

adapter, significantly reducing plastic waste. Additionally,

the dispenser incorporates Biocote antimicrobial

technology, minimising the need for cleaning

chemicals to maintain hygiene. By cutting precise

lengths of film, foil, or parchment, the Speedwrap

Pro also helps reduce wrapping material waste.”

Paving the way

Prowrap is continually evolving and introducing new

measures in collaboration with its customers to help

reduce the overall environmental impact. One of

these measures is a new dispenser recycling initiative.

Prowrap will look to work with its customers to

collect old, unwanted dispensers, and in conjunction

with its UK injection moulding partner, Prowrap will

recycle as much of the dispenser as possible to reuse

across the Prowrap dispenser range.

in the UK to minimise carbon footprint, using

recycle-ready films and foils, offering biodegradable

and compostable parchment, investing in a greener

future, reducing plastic usage and wrapping waste,

and tackling food waste.

Sustainable investment

Prowrap continually reinvests in all levels of its

business to benchmark better ways of working. The

company is also a proud member of several industry

organisations that promote responsible sourcing and

Ecocling is suitable for covering and wrapping all

types of food and is microwave and freezer-safe. It

also fits seamlessly into the dispenser without the

need for a plastic insert in the roll, reducing the

amount of plastic used in the dispenser design.

Furthermore, Prowrap has recently announced its

support for the Burnt Chef Project, a tremendous

non-profit organisation focused on providing mental

health training and support to hospitality workers.

A Prowrap spokesperson said, “Being a partner to

our customers means more than simply providing

products – we are seeking to drive the industry

through creative, sustainable and innovative

solutions to enable the foodservice sector to

become productive, profitable and efficient.”

In addition to actively participating in culinary trade

shows, Prowrap is committed to making a positive

impact in its Bristol community. As members of

the Business in the Community scheme, Prowrap

acknowledges its environmental responsibility

and strives to create a brighter future for all.


T 0117 965 7000

www.wrapex.com

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Inter-action for a

sustainable future

he highly anticipated

TGroundswell Event in

Hertfordshire on 28th and 29th June

did not disappoint, with farmers,

researchers and experts in the

agricultural industry coming together

from across the world to learn and

share knowledge on sustainable food

production through regenerative

farming practices.

Interagro (UK)

Ltd, leading

adjuvant and

biostimulant

experts, were

among the

growing number

of exhibitors

in attendance

offering practical

solutions to help

farmers achieve

more sustainable

and profitable food production

through superior plant health.

Growing in popularity year-on-year

the ‘Glastonbury-for-farmers’ style

event was full of buzz, learning and

positive attitudes, with Interagro

part of the Knowledge Trail

showcasing how its plant-based seed

treatment Newton, offers a more

natural and eco-friendly approach

to crop establishment, by boosting

seeds rather than treating plants.

Newton is increasingly being adopted

by farmers due to the recognition of

its proven abilities to enhance plant

growth, productivity, and resilience.

Newton’s

potential to

improve crop

establishment,

work in harmony

with soil biology,

and put plants in

the best possible

position to

acquire moisture

and nutrients

throughout its

lifetime – so they

are less reliant on

synthetic inputs –

has contributed to its increasing use.

To find out more about Newton

and Interagro’s adjuvant and

biostimulant range visit:

www.interagro.co.uk

Get in touch on: 01279 714970

or email: info@interagro.co.uk

Follow on Twitter: @InteragroUK

Gaiago: The soil first

Following

on from

the successful

launch into

the UK and

Irish market

at this year’s

Groundswell

Festival,

Gaiago is

encouraged

by the

interest and commitment to its

sustainable products.

Gaiago’s portfolio harnesses

the very latest innovation for

revitalising soils, any farmer, grower,

horticulturist or land manager’s

biggest asset. The solutions

consist of unique formulations

of natural elements, protecting

yields and empowering growers

to evolve their practices to a more

regenerative farming. Products

registered as biostimulants are

now available in the UK.

The current portfolio is supported

by a strong R&D pipeline

developed both internally and

externally, notably through a

scientific joint-venture with a

renowned Agricultural University,

UniLaSalle.

Soils – understanding

the problem

As a global issue, it

is clear that there is

a need to embrace

and engage with a

new way of thinking

around soils. Soils

should be treated as

one of the biggest

assets we have to

avoid the continuing

loss of fertility and current

negative impacts on nature.

Gaiago is making the change

within soils and their whole team

is committed to educating and

offering solutions to growers

for the production of healthy,

fertile, and sustainable products.

‘Mankind thrives when soils thrive’

is Gaiago’s mantra

Innovative solutions on the ground

Alongside Gaiago’s leading soil

probiotics FreeN100 & FreePK,

its prebiotic biostimulant Nutrigeo ®

offers improved soil structure in

less than 6 months, enhances

fertility and growth, and accelerates

the humification process – the

source of carbon storage in soils.

Find out more at: www.gaiago.eu



Sustainability and Piquan

P

EPPADEW ® is the UK’s

No.1 pepper brand*,

known globally for

its Sweet Piquanté Peppers

and multi-award-winning

PEPPADEW ® Bites. Winning

silver at the 2023 Casual

Dining Innovation Challenge

and more recently, the Quality

Food Award in the Foodservice

Party Food and Buffet

category, PEPPADEW ® Bites

are a game-changer in the

premium snack sector.

In this issue of Food & Drink

Matters, we are looking at the

timely topic of sustainability

across the sector, not shying

away from the challenges

faced by businesses but also

celebrating the triumphs, large

and small. PEPPADEW ® is

one of those companies that

is already reaching significant

milestones on its journey

towards carbon-negative

status. With its peppers in

brine now only packaged in

100% recyclable glass, there

is no single-use plastic on-site.

Furthermore, the plastic inserts

to keep the peppers in brine

are a fully recyclable product,

mirroring the circular economy

philosophies.

“We have reduced the tray that our jars fit into on

average by 23%, with the tray board fully FSC certified

and reduced our shrink-wrap from 80 to 40 micron. We

have successfully removed single use plastic by changing

to pop caps and are delighted to report that we planted

40 water-wise shrubs (Spekbome) on our PEPPADEW ®

site and Andzisane trees in 2020.”

“Working with the British Carbon Neutral Trust more

recently has strategically enabled us to reduce our

carbon footprint,” explained Simon Harris, Brand

and Marketing Manager.

Carbon-neutral status

The British Carbon Neutral Trust is the UK’s leading carbon

offsetting initiative and empowered PEPPADEW ® UK to

reduce carbon emissions through a series of meticulous

assessments to ascertain an accurate carbon footprint.

A key component to reducing carbon emissions was

strategic investment in carbon offset projects through the

Trust including reforestation projects, methane capture

initiatives, and investments in renewable energy projects.

“We worked with Carbon Neutral Britain to ensure

that these projects were not only in the UK, but in

Africa too. Now that we have offset our carbon

footprint, as a UK team we have defined targets to

reduce the amount of carbon emitted.”

“We are continuing to monitor our carbon emissions

and moving to continuous improvement to lower our

carbon footprint.”

Beyond ESG: Hydroponic Projects in South Africa

Whilst monitoring company carbon emissions at the

UK head office in Leatherhead and factory in Weston

Super Mare, PEPPADEW ® is mindful of supporting

sustainable farming and community livelihoods in the

Limpopo province of South Africa.

Having supported rural water projects for over a decade,

PEPPADEW ® had been striving to support goal 6 of the

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (ensure

availability and sustainable development of water and

sanitation for all). The award-winning company is going

further now and branching out into Hydroponics: to

control the amount of water and nutrients that each

plant receives. This reduces the amount of water used

and prevents any unwanted waste.

This method of cultivation is particularly suited to

growing peppers and has numerous cited sustainable

benefits: Conserving water, preventing land

degradation and furthermore produces quick growth,

a higher yield compared to soil-grown peppers with

more seasonal predictability.

“For five years, we have been testing and using

Hydroponics to grow Piquanté peppers across two

hectares. To reduce water and the amount of fertiliser

used, a nutrient solution is dripped onto the base

of each plant, providing consistent hydration and

nutrients.”

“Nutrient Management is used to regularly check

the nutrient solution's concentration and maintain

appropriate levels for pepper growth. Pest and Disease

Management is used to monitor plants regularly

for pests like aphids and spider mites. For disease

prevention we ensure proper spacing, good airflow,

and clean equipment to prevent fungal and bacterial

diseases.”

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té peppers

“Hydroponics uses less water than traditional soil-based agriculture, making it more

sustainable, which is aligned to goal 6 of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.”

“In South Africa, we’re happy to report that we’ve reduced the site’s energy

consumption and, consequently carbon footprint by 5%.”

The beauty of ‘odd shaped’ peppers and seeds

A staggering 40% of a crop of vegetables can be thrown away in the UK because

it does not meet the ‘supermarket beauty standard.’ There has been a consumer

backlash against this wasteful aesthetic, with more shoppers happy to buy ‘wonky’

fruit and veg.

PEPPADEW ® intuitively understands this and de-cores each pepper by hand,

keeping the seeds to be re-harvested the following year, following stringent testing.

“We sample test each seed, for germination rate, disease resistance, and genetic

consistency. These samples are germinated under controlled conditions to measure

the percentage that successfully sprout, ensuring the batch meets the required

germination rate standards.”

“We test the seeds for common pathogens that could affect crop health, such as

fungi, bacteria, or viruses. This ensures that the seeds are free from contamination

and reduces the risk of disease outbreaks in the crop. Only then are these seasons’

seeds ready to go into the Nurseries ready for next year.”

Moving towards the vision of carbon-negative

Having successfully achieved carbon-neutral status through the British Carbon

Neutral Trust, PEPPADEW ® now has its long-term vision set on moving towards

carbon-negative.

PEPPADEW ® will be at the Casual Dining Casual Dining Show 2024

and European Pizza & Pasta Show 2024.

For further information, please see the details below:

T +44 (0)1372 502143

sales@peppaco.co.uk

https://peppadewfoodservice.co.uk/peppadew-bites

Foodservice website:

https://peppadewfoodservice.co.uk

Consumer facing website:

https://www.peppadew.co.uk

*Source: IRI SIG Grocery Olives and Antipasti 18/06/23



The Good Cup ® : Turning th

PLA-lined beverage cups

I

n 2030, there will be more single use plastics in

our oceans than fish, according to UNESCO.

This sobering statistic highlights the pressing

need for action and the UK Government has started

to respond with timely legislation.

There is where The Good Cup ® comes in.

Introducing The Good Cup ® – time for change

The Cornish coastline conjures up images of sun

kissed surfers, sandy beaches and picturesque rugged

coastlines but under the idyllic surface, lies an ugly

plastic underbelly. Every year, 10 million tons of

plastic are dumped in these shores catastrophically

impacting marine life. No More Lids’ Managing

Director, Chris Brown has seen first-hand the plastic

debris washed up on the golden sandy beaches,

blighting the sea views.

For years Chris had been looking for an alternative

to the destructive plastic cycle lids and greenwashed

PLA lined cups as he explains, “No More lids have

a simple mission and it’s right there in our name:

we want to say No More Lids for the hospitality

industry and beyond. We want to see the end of

separate lids including plastic or bagasse paper

lids and an end to plastic or PLA lined cups, which

are difficult and cost prohibitive to be recycled or

composted with over 97% ending up in landfill,

taking over 200 years to decompose. We have now

found the answer: we are proud to be the UK home

of The Good Cup.”

From US Celebrity endorsement to cup

revolution

The actress-turned chat show legend Drew

Barrymore famously featured The Good Cup on

her daytime show last year, praising its foldable

ingenuity. The design has already launched in the UK,

Canada and Japan and is being

trialled in Australia, with a launch

date expected soon in the USA.

No More Lids was created when

Chris discovered The Good Cupinvented

by Cyril Drouet, an

established packaging designer.

“The Good Cup is a cuttingedge

design: the truly unique

hot and cold drinks cup is both

fully compostable, at home and

industrially and is fully recyclable

as paper with no specialist

treatment or collection required.

Even if the cup ends up in landfill

by chance or accident, it will

disintegrate without a trace and

have zero negative impact on the

planet within three to six months.

The unique thing about the cup

is it has an integrated folding lid,

so we can make lids a thing of the

past. It is so much more than a

cup and is suitable for food use too!”

Here in the UK alone we use over 14 million single

use cups per day - with the vast majority of them

ending up in landfill or plaguing our coastlines.

“We aim to introduce the Good Cup to the UK

hospitality industry. It is all very well people pointing

out the issue but real sustainable change only occurs

when a viable and accessible solution can be offered.”

Spotlight on The Good Cup

The Good Cup is made from FSC paper board and

uses a natural water-based lining called Aqueous –

this simply means that it can be

fully recycled up to seven times

and still be classed as paper,

which is the maximum recycling

process possible.

There is a lot of current industry

focus on emissions from freight

transportation and the good

news is that The Good Cup takes

up 40% less packing space than

standard cups and lids. This is

due to its ingenious foldable

design and when transported by

sea freight, it still has less carbon

footprint than cups created here

in the UK.

The Good Cup is packed in cases

of 1,000 cups, which means that

it fits nicely into one box only,

reducing shipping costs, which

is welcome good news during

the cost-of-living crisis. The cup

uses 35% less energy to produce,

making this the most sustainable coffee cup on the

market.

For those independent coffee shops short on counter

or storage space, the flat-packed, foldable designs

take up minimal space, making busy workplaces

with hot drinks safer too.

“The Good Cup is accessible on bulk price and is

a real option for all businesses looking to save on

money, space and the planet. The cup can be fully

branded allowing people to take ownership and

to shout loud and proud that they have made a

positive change for the planet.”

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e tide on plastic lids and

“We haven’t reinvented the cup and how people

drink, we have simply improved the drinking

experience and done it in a way that can make

a huge positive impact to our planet!”

Watershed moment for the hospitality

industry

Making the transition to using The Good Cup

instead of a cup and lid is a small change, with a

monumental impact. It is an easy switch to make

and for smaller businesses who can’t afford to install

renewable energy just yet, this is a huge step in the

right direction and signals to customers that your

business is taking sustainability seriously.

No More Lids has already established a network

of 25 resellers across the hospitality and packing

industry, which is growing by the day including

brand giants like AFL, Alliance, Catering24, and

Swift Catering.

“One example close to home is Adrenalin Quarry

in Cornwall. They have been working to become a

plastic free destination for the past few years and

made the switch from plastic lined cups and black

plastic lids to The Good Cup, which was fully

branded using their distinctive and vibrant Black

and Yellow. They have removed 432kg of single

use plastic from Cornwall, based on the plastic

lid and plastic lining of their previous cups and in

addition, saved 1cbm in storage space. It’s good

news for sustainability too as they reduced their

carbon footprint on delivery of the cups by 46%

as we delivered 100 cases instead of the equivalent

300 cases (cups and lids). The Good Cup has now

given them the final piece in the puzzle and we are so

proud to have helped them complete that journey.”

Another local Cornish company: Kynance

Cove: The Lizard moved to The Good Cup for

all three sizes of cups and had a beautiful bespoke

branded cup created for their main size 12oz.

They ordered 120 cases of the Good Cup and have

successfully removed 560kg of single use plastic

from Cornwall, based on the plastic lid and PLA

lining of their previous cups. The company also

benefitted from saving 1.2cbm in storage space and

reduced their carbon footprint on delivery of the

cups by 51% as we delivered 120 cases instead of the

equivalent 360 cases (cups and lids). By switching

to The Good Cup, they removed 120,000PLA lined

cups and plastic lids.”

The future of The Good Cup

No More Lids is buzzing with plans for the future

and is already working on variations of the current

cup and have designed food container and 3D spout

versions of the cup – opening up possibilities for

other uses.

“We are in talks with numerous national and

international brands and our goal is to help people

make the switch and to reduce the huge volume of

non-processable waste more and more. Every one

million cups we switch will reduce the single use

plastic waste by over 4 tonnes.”

See the official full video for No More Lids

– home of the UK The Good Cup here:

https://www.youtube.com/

watch?v=bgtA8LLcx78&t=4s

For trade enquiries and more information,

please see the website link below:

https://nomorelids.com



ProAmpac: 2024

Environmental Packaging

finalists in two categories

roAmpac, a world leader in flexible

packaging and material science has

Pbeen selected as a finalist in the 2024

Environmental Packaging Awards in the fresh

fruit and vegetables category for the ProActive

Recyclable RP-1000 series paper, in collaboration

with Mark and Spencer’s Select Farms Organic

White Potato range. The recyclable fibre-based

packaging solution has product protection with

cutting-edge sealant technology from form-fillseal

hi-tech equipment. The artisan-inspired white

and green graphics have been perfectly designed

to catch the eye of the passing green shopper.

This year’s award ceremony will be held at The

Park Plaza Victoria, London, on Wednesday, 26th

June, with the awards celebrating sustainability

innovation across the packaging industry.

ProAmpac is a forerunner in prioritising

environmental packaging responsibility without

compromising the ergonomics of good product

protection.

Furthermore, Kevin Vyse: Head of Technical

for ProAmpac’s RAP products has also been

shortlisted as an Environmental Champion for

his outstanding contributions in the Business

Performance Categories at the 2024 Environmental

Packaging Awards.

Introduction to ProAmpac

The ProAmpac is headquartered in Cincinnati,

Ohio, and is privately held. The packaging

powerhouse offers an industry-leading product

portfolio, with sustainability remaining at

the cornerstone of all operations.

Award-winning innovation drives the business

forward, providing exemplary customer service all

centred around five core values: integrity, intensity,

innovation, involvement, and impact.

The global flexible packaging company supplies

to a diverse marketplace such as pet food,

healthcare and industrial and office, but within

the food markets works with e-commerce, food

& beverage, food service and grocery & retail.

With an extensive portfolio, of products including:

rollstock, pouches, kraft paper rolls, bags, labels

and lidding. What stands ProAmpac head and

shoulders above the competition is an innovative

approach to R&D, backed by material science,

blending creativity and expertise to push packaging

design into more sustainable terrain.

ProAmpac’s commitment to sustainability

In 2022, ProAmpac set out to offer a sustainable

attribute for 100% of products and are proud

to report that they have reached that goal. To

achieve this, the company provided a full range of

flexible packaging capabilities, including advanced

extrusion and adhesive lamination, pouch and

bag converting, award-winning graphics and

printing, innovative package design, and leadingedge

material science and technology which fit the

Recycle, PCR, Compostable and Renewable.

ProAmpac has also calculated Scope 1 and 2 GHG

emissions across all sites, including Grimsby and

Elsham in the UK, and is working on calculating

Scope 3 to enable the development of GHG

reduction targets set in alignment with the criteria

outlined by the Science Based Targets

Initiative (SBTI).

ProActive Sustainability ®

ProAmpac’s concerted approach to

sustainability is termed ProActive

Sustainability and contains further

product groups to demonstrate a

steadfast commitment to sustainable

flexible packaging solutions:

● ProActive Recyclable

● ProActive Recycle Ready

● ProActive Post-Consumer Recycled

(PCR)

● ProActive Renewable

● ProActive Compostable

ProAmpac uses a Life Cycle Analysis

(LCA) System named CHART

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that evaluates environmental impacts such as

Greenhouse Gas emissions, fossil fuel usage, water

use and freshwater eutrophication for a package.

That system provides data on material reduction,

packaging efficiency, and circularity to help brands

make informed and sustainable packaging decisions.

At the heart of ProAmpac’s journey towards a

more sustainable tomorrow is our annual IMPACT

report, which serves as a central document for

communicating our strategy and progress.

Futureproofing food packaging recycling habits

The global food sector is heavily dependent on

packaging for optimised food safety in preparation,

extended retail shelf life, and aesthetically pleasing

packaging, which is important for consumer

marketing.

The challenge in the food sector is viable end-life

recycling, namely, disposal points that allow for

packaging to be returned for correct industrial recycling.

“The industry is hyper-conscious of the potential

for Food-to-Go packaging to become discarded

waste, and so over the next five years in the UK, we

anticipate there will be an increase in reward-return

schemes to incentivise the return of packaging to a

viable return system.”

“We are also going to see a rise in hot Food-to-

Go and in particular, cook in packs. This will

enable the food to be

prepared, then frozen

or chilled and then

only cooked as needed

by the customer.

This will once again

reduce food waste and

increase food safety.”

“The challenge will

be ensuring the

packaging and product

can work together to

give a quality cook,

alongside compostable

packaging solutions.”

said Kevin Vyse.

ProAmpac success

stories

“When we worked

with PRET a while

back, we introduced

a range of packaging

to eliminate up to

80% of the plastic used in similar Food-to-Go

solutions. Since then, we have gone on to create

long-life solutions that range from three to twentyeight

days. We have also introduced a range of

paper-only pouches and flow wrap solutions for

customers where plastic laminate has been replaced

with recyclable paper. We are working to introduce

this scheme across the fruit and vegetable markets.”

Kevin Vyse added.

Looking to the future

ProAmpac is currently working on the publication

of its third annual IMPACT report, detailing our

renewed strategic focus on a core set of United

Nations Sustainable Development Goals, in

addition to plans for setting GHG reduction

targets in alignment with the criteria outlined by

the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTI).

“Our mission is to be informed and ready to

respond to consumer demands that come via

brands and retailers. A great piece of packaging

should be intuitive and obvious, should conform

to the market and environmental need, and use

the least possible material for the best possible

protection.”

“This is made possible through our firm

commitment to innovation and ongoing science-led

development of more sustainable packaging. This

is enhanced by the Collaboration & Innovation

Centre in Rochester, NY, where customers are

encouraged to join in with the innovation process

and to work with our teams using state-of-theart

testing equipment as well as having access to

production machines that mirror customers’ own

capabilities.” said Kevin Vyse.

To find out more about the wonderful world

of ProAmpac, please see the

website link below:

https://www.proampac.com/en-us



Creating packaging

for tomorrow...today

Throughout this Food & Drink Matters issue, we have shone a light on

sustainability across the sector, highlighting challenges, solutions and innovations

E

stablished over seventy years ago, award-winning

Parkside is a pioneering packaging solutions

provider specialising in compostable, recyclable,

paper-based and innovative plastic flexible packaging

solutions for the food, personal & household care

and tobacco sectors. The company is a truly global

supplier with manufacturing sites in the UK & Asia

and is headquartered in Normanton, West Yorkshire.

With a focus on the UK Government’s 2050 New

Zero Targets and the United Nation’s Sustainable

Development Goals accelerating across the country,

it is the turn of Parkside to showcase how its ESG

policies align with wider green thinking.

United Nations & SME Climate Hub:

Concerted push for global sustainability

The 17 Sustainable Development Goals were adopted

by all United Member States in 2015 as a pledge for

greater sustainability today and for future generations.

It is hoped that these goals will be reached by 2030

and include gender equality, ending world hunger, and

tackling climate change head-on, whilst encouraging

economic, sustainable growth.

Parkside, like many like-minded businesses, has

aligned its company’s daily ESG operations and

holistic growth to the 17 SD goals through initiatives

like the non-profit SME Climate Hub.

The SME Climate Hub works across the globe

propelling small and medium sized businesses to take

definitive climate action. The Hub is a joint enterprise

between the We Mean Business coalition, Exponential

Roadmap Initiative, United Nations Race to Zero

campaign, with Normative and the Net Zero

Team at Oxford University.

“To ensure we meet the SME Climate Hub

commitments, we have set several aims. One of the

most important is our commitment to reducing our

greenhouse gas emissions and overall carbon footprint.

We use carbon footprint tracking and reporting

software as part of our Climate Hub commitment.”

“We have also sourced a zero to landfill waste

management company to ensure every aspect of our

business is aligned with the circular economy,” explains

Julia O'Loughlin, Parkside Group Marketing Manager.

Sustainability accreditations:

Responsible sourcing

Parkside is committed to sustainable sourcing and

working closely with suppliers to take a holistic

view of the end-to-end supply chain. This includes

important accreditations from the triple experts:

FSC, PEFC, and ISCC.

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is

one of the most sought-after global environmental

accreditations in the packaging sector. The FSC

certifies that all paper and wood supplied to the UK

and other countries are sourced from a healthy forest

that hasn’t been harmed through felling and that

wildlife is protected (the number of trees cut down

doesn’t surpass the ability of the forest to reproduce,

therefore maintaining a CO 2

neutral forest).

The FSC logo therefore ensures that the products

come from the responsible management of the world’s

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forests and is an instantly recognisable stamp of

approval for consumers in the packaging industry.

The Programme for the Endorsement of

Forest Certification (PEFC) is an international

standard working as an independent monitoring body

and currently covers 260 million hectares of forests. It

enhances the FSC certification further with sustainable

forestry management, with further adaption for

smaller-scale land usage.

Lastly, the International Sustainability and

Carbon Certification (ISCC) is an independent

initiative tasked to certify sustainable, climatefriendly

supply chains, which are fully traceable and

deforestation-free. The ISCC Certification covers

agricultural biomass, biogenic waste, recycled

carbon-based materials and non-biological

renewable materials.

Sustainable 7 strategy

Some packaging companies would gain sustainability

accreditations and stop there but Parkside has

gone the extra mile through the development of its

company strategy. Launched in 2023, the ‘Sustainable

7’ strategy represents the seven pillars that underpin

all of Parkside’s packaging projects:

● Reduce

● Remove

● Recycle

● Renewable

● Waste Reduction

● Reuse

●

Carbon Footprint.

The 7 pillars mirror the company’s expertise in

flexible packaging evolution; namely lightweight

and low carbon footprint designs, utilising recycled

content solutions as well as recyclable monopolymer

film, renewable paper and compostable materials.

The packaging substrates are enhanced with high

barrier performance for extended product shelf life

through the development of laminate structures and

the application of innovative barrier coatings. This

provides barrier protection against moisture, oxygen

and grease, making the packaging suitable for a wide

range of food and non-food applications.

“As a flexible packaging expert, our solutions are

generally lighter and more efficient to transport than

rigid packs, due to their use of more lightweight

materials combined with a reduction in the total

amount of material being used. This means less

empty air is shipped in each consignment and

more packs can be shipped in a single container.”

“We recently expanded our Recoflex range of,

recyclable paper-based packaging. The original

application for this material was an award-winning

freezer-proof paper pouch for seafood – the first fully

functional recyclable paper pack of its kind.”

“We’re working on long-term projects with a

number of household name brands to develop

materials suitable for large-scale product launches,”

elaborated Julia.

Spotlight on the award-winning

Recoflex range

The freezer-proof seafood paper pouch was designed

for supermarket giant: Iceland as part of their North

Coast range of frozen seafood. The innovative

design won the prestigious Stationers’ Company

Innovation Excellence Award in the Product

Design category. The winning design was made with

Recoflex paper materials, treated with a water-based

coating that acts as a moisture and grease barrier,

whilst also cleverly preventing ice crystals from

forming on the exterior pack. This is a game-changer

in the paper-based freezer-proof flexible packaging

sector, as Julia adds, “We recently launched a

metallised paper into the Recoflex range, which uses

an advanced aluminium deposition technique to create

a high barrier metallised flexible material that can still

be certified as recyclable. This complements the rest of

the range, which includes a flow wrap, a high-barrier

PET laminated paper, and a translucent option.

In defence of plastic

“Plastic is often seen as the villain of the story, when

quite often it is the most sustainable option when you

take a holistic view of the whole supply chain. For

one, it offers optimum barrier protection and helps to

reduce food waste, which has a much greater global

carbon footprint than packaging waste does. Plastic is

also a lightweight material, meaning it can help reduce

transport emissions in some applications.”

There are other timely challenges for the whole

packaging sector as Julia illuminates, “The cost of

materials, particularly rising costs stemming from

the lack of availability of recyclate for use in postconsumer

recycled content materials, is an issue for

everyone. The growing demand for recycled and

recyclable materials highlights the continued lack

of recycling infrastructure in the UK, which means

some categories of plastic that could in theory be

recycled still end up in landfill or incinerated. This is

particularly pertinent for flexible plastics, which are

commonplace throughout the industry but without

compatible recycling infrastructure to match. As a

result, many brands and retailers find themselves

unable to fulfil their ESG goals and pledges.”

Looking forward with next-level innovations

Parkside embraces new technology, as part of the

emerging Industry 5.0 sector to promote next-level

packaging solutions, such as the laser scribing and

scoring system ParkScribe.

“We can score peel-and-reclose flaps into lidding

film to create an integral opening mechanism. When

weld-sealed to a rigid tray of the same material – for

example, a PET film can be welded to a PET tray –

this enables the creation of trays and punnets that are

then deemed suitable for recycling as one unit under

current OPRL guidelines.”

Parkside Flexibles:

T +44 (0)1924 898074

info@parksideflex.com

www.parksideflex.com



From orchard to bottle

Sustainable cider production refers to the creation of

cider in a way that minimises environmental impact

and promotes long-term ecological balance

I

n a world where sustainability is emerging as a

cornerstone of long-term business success, the

economic advantages, social benefits, long-term

viability, and environmental protection are clear

examples of how sustainable practices not only ensure

business longevity but also preserve the planet for

future generations.

Taunton Cider has been part of cider making from the

beginning and boasts a long heritage and a passion

for all things cider. Over the years, Taunton Cider

has made significant efforts to integrate sustainability

into its operations, recognising the importance of

environmental stewardship in the cider-making

process, but the story doesn’t end there.

Heritage Cider is leading the charge in advocating

for reduced waste and increased use of recyclable

products across the cider industry. Its commitment

to sustainability sets a shining example for other

companies to follow. With initiatives aimed at making

cider production more eco-friendly, Heritage Cider is at

the forefront of driving positive change in the industry.

Introduction to Heritage Cider

The Taunton Cider brand has been a successful

household name since the 1980’s, with its illustrious

roots stretching back to the early 1800’s. It was

around the 1980’s that Taunton Cider was marked as

the second largest cider maker in the UK, following

Bulmers.

By 1991, a management buyout saw the brand

floated on the stock market and eventually bought

by Matthew Clark plc in 1995. In 1998, the famous

Norton Fitzwarren site had closed down and hundreds

of locals had lost their jobs. This was the perfect

opportunity, once the trademark had been let go,

to reform such an iconic brand!

In 2023, Heritage Cider acquired the brand, including

its orchards and recipes. This strategic move has led

to significant expansion, with the establishment of

a larger warehouse facility equipped for increased

pressing and storage capacities. As a result, more cider

enthusiasts can now enjoy the refreshing taste of coldpressed

cider any day of the week.

Heritage Cider’s commitment to sustainability

We had the opportunity to chat with Edward Down,

Production and Orchards Manager at Heritage Cider,

to gain insight into the company’s perspective on

sustainability and its implications for the cider

industry at large.

“For us, sustainability means actively reducing our

environmental impact and footprint. Our goal is to

minimise our emissions and waste, preserve resources

and ensure our operations have the least possible

impact on the planet.”

Food & Drink Matters is a keen advocate for

sustainable practices in the food and beverage industry,

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therefore, we asked Edward

what specific challenges do

sustainability initiatives bring

to cider making.

“Sustainability presents unique

challenges for us at Heritage –

and we believe this is a common

challenge faced by other cider

producers as well. We grow,

harvest, press, and blend all of

our ciders in-house, however,

this process necessitates the

use of tractors, machinery, and

electrical appliances. To mitigate

our environmental impact,

we have implemented various

countermeasures in areas we

believe that we can be more

environmentally friendly.”

“For example, all our bottled

products are made from glass, and we use recyclable

cardboard trays and plastic wrapping. These measures

help minimise our environmental impact. Additionally,

our kegs are made of stainless steel, allowing for

unlimited reuse and eliminating waste. We also offer

a bag-in-box range that are stored and shipped in

recyclable cardboard boxes, further ensuring our

products are as eco-friendly as possible.”

Heritage Cider clearly recognises that sustainability

is an ongoing journey and therefore, will continually

look to invest in renewable energy sources to further

reduce its carbon footprint whilst innovating in

sustainable packaging practices.

The company’s support for sustainable orchard

management practices has also not gone unnoticed,

as it helps to preserve biodiversity and protect wildlife

habitats in its surrounding areas.

“At Heritage Cider, we manage and maintain 50 acres

of orchard land with around 5,500 apple trees with

each tree taking in around 25kg

of CO 2

per year which equates

to around 137,500kg per year!

Furthermore, all of our waste

yeast and cider excess is taken

away and put into an anaerobic

digester to create electricity

which goes back into the main

grid!” stated Edward.

Heritage Cider is proud to

engage with local farmers, as

sourcing locally grown apples

is a fantastic way to support

local agriculture and contribute

towards the rural economy.

This engagement fosters strong

community relationships and

promotes a wider sustainable

agricultural practice. Heritage

Cider use Somerset apples to

achieve an eco-friendly triple

whammy that includes the best fruit in the world

whilst supporting local farmers and lowering its

carbon footprint.

A statement taken from its website reads, “We do not

import foreign concentrate. Our cider supports the bio

diversity of the English countryside and the money we

spend stays in the local economy. We make our cider in

a traditional way; we do not force the fermentation or

hurry things along and we end up with an incredible

base cider from which our master cidermakers blend

our different styles.”

Heritage Cider products

Its multi-award-winning craft cider uses a heritage

of varieties that include English bittersweet and

bittersharp cider apples grown in orchards that

have supplied Taunton Cider for generations.

Its vast range of 500ml bottled ciders include a fantastic

blend of quality and tradition while incorporating

modern innovations such as 0% alcohol choices.

Available in single bottles, boxes of 12, or 20 Litre

Bag in a Box, there is a flavour for every palate in its

collection.

Recommended are the Taunton Row 34 Cider 5.3%,

Taunton Ultra Dry Cider 5.5%, Taunton Medium

Cider 4%, Taunton English Berry Cider 3.4%, Taunton

Vintage Cider 6%, Taunton Zero Cider 0%, and one

of its Best Sellers: Taunton Dry Cider 4%.

Heritage Cider also have a couple of mobile bars and

horseboxes which can be found at various events

around the year such as; Somerset County Show,

Somerset Cricket Cider Festival and more. What’s more,

when these bars are not being used at events, they are

available to rent for private events. “This gives our

customers the option of throwing the best and most well

catered events. You will have the option to have the bar

ran by our amazing team or you can do what is called

‘a dry rental’ where we just supply you the bar. You

can then hook up your own supply or purchase some

incredible Taunton Cider at a discounted rate!”

Choose from the Mobile Roller Bar – the perfect

option for venues without a bar as it can easily fit

through small doors. It is also ideal for small parties

and events as it takes up very little room. Or, The

Horsebox Bar – mainly used for large events. With a

range of extras, this bar has 4 taps and enables you to

have multiple drinks on draught and could give your

event or show the professional touch.

In closing, Heritage Cider has more than impressed

us with its local sourcing practices, energy-efficient

production, waste management strategies, and support

for the local community. These efforts demonstrate

how a historic cider producer can successfully integrate

sustainability into its operations, contributing to

environmental protection and long-term business

viability in today’s world.


T 01823 213614

info@heritage-cider.co.uk

https://www.heritagecider.shop/home



Christeyns Food Hygiene

UK wins Gold Medal for

Sustainability

hristeyns Food Hygiene UK has been

awarded the coveted EcoVadis Gold

CMedal for its steadfast commitment to

sustainability best practice. EcoVadis provides

a globally-recognised gold-seal of approval to

businesses demonstrating optimised sustainability

across set parameters. This Gold Medal

achievement for Christeyns displays an unwavering

dedication to environmental stewardship, labour

practices, ethical conduct, and sustainable

procurement, placing the company in the top

5% of companies recognised across the world.

“We are justifiably proud of our Ecovadis Gold

award, which we achieved on our first attempt,

as vindication of our long-term work to

improve our operations in a sustainable and

environmentally conscious manner,” outlined

Matthew Fancy, Technical Operations Manager

at Christeyns Food Hygiene.

Sustainability track record

The EcoVadis Gold Medal comes on the back of

the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System

certification, which was achieved back in 2020.

Warrington-based CFH has been manufacturing

leading hygiene products for over thirty-five years

and alongside its partners supplies world-class

solutions for the safe cleaning and disinfection of

food and beverage plants and food retail businesses

across the country. The firm is wholeheartedly

committed to superlative standards in food safety

management systems, whilst role-modelling

sustainable business practices in the sector.

Christeyns Food Hygiene is part of Christeyns,

an international hygiene group with centralised

headquarters in Ghent, Belgium. The group has

signed up to the UN Global Compact – the world’s

largest sustainability initiative with Ten Principles

that help businesses act as a force for good. The

principles cover pertinent issues such as: human

rights, labour, anti-corruption and the environment

and asks its participants to mobilise for a more

inclusive and sustainable era.

In addition, CFH is also aligned with the

Responsible Care Global Charter with the

International Council of Chemical Associations,

an association of visionaries, innovators, solutions

providers and product stewardship pioneers.

The ICCA’s mission is to strengthen chemical

management systems, whilst simultaneously

safeguarding people and the environment.

Responsible sustainability in food safety

management systems

In line with the timely UN Sustainable

Development Goals, Christeyns Food Hygiene

fully embodies its stewardship role – the idea

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that companies are entrusted to the care of the

planet through sensitive, responsible management.

With a long-term focus on locally-sourced raw

materials and minimised water and energy usage

for example, the firm has always strived to put

sustainability at the forefront of our operations.

With this in mind, the Project Terra Working Group

was formed in 2020 by a collective across head-office

and field-based teams to ensure that sustainability

was central to working practices. Sadly, greenwashing

has unfortunately become an axe to grind for many

companies and CFH is keen to show disparity between

merely ‘talking the talk’ and actively ‘walking the walk’

through routine staff briefings, social media campaigns

and tool-box talks – essentially making sustainable

thinking part of intrinsic work-based culture.

“We subscribe to the philosophy that this issue

is everyone’s responsibility and as such not the

purview of any one individual with sustainability

as one of their annual KPI’s.”

“To this end, we have adopted a multi-functional

approach which leads to widespread understanding

and adoption across our teams both in our

manufacturing operation and our field-based teams.”

“CFH UK, a part of the Christeyns group of

companies recently released our third corporate

social responsibility report and are on target for

our 1st CSRD Compliant management report in

2026 on 2025 activities.”

Shining a light on company practices

Reports show that 47% of UK power generation

now comes from renewable sources – in May 2023,

the country produced its trillionth kilowatt hour

of electricity generated from renewable sources.

We are well on our way towards meeting the UK

Government’s 2030 Net Zero Targets and many

companies are doing what they can to support this,

from SMEs to larger companies.

Christeyns has introduced solar technology across all

its UK production sites, alongside interior LED lighting.

The company only operates during weekdays, saving

energy production during the evenings and weekends

and has converted a significant proportion of its

transport fleet to hybrid or pure electric technology.

“In 2017, we deployed, a unique range of

soluble-sachet based chemistry to a customer with

over 2,500 food retail shops spread across the

UK which replaced the traditional water-based

chemistry we had previously supplied. This had

significant benefits in health & safety, storage and

distribution space as well as eliminating plastic

waste from cleaning & disinfection activities to the

tune of over 8.5 tonnes of waste per annum.”

“Our ‘Green R’ range of official ecologically

professional hygiene products is designed to reduce

impact on the environment without compromising

food safety standards and we constantly review our

traditional formulations to ensure we maximise

efficiency. We pioneered the development of superconcentrates

whereby a pre-mix is supplied to be

locally completed into a fully-built product at a

co-formulator closer to the customer’s site reducing

weight in transport and reducing CO 2

production.

In 2023, 12 % of the Christeyns Group total

production has an official certification for either

EU Ecolabel, Ecocert or Nordic Swan, cementing

our commitment to greener thinking.”

The simplicity of the circular economy

The ‘circular economy’ ideology hinges on

eliminating waste and pollution, circulating products

and materials at their highest value and regenerating

nature. Thankfully, it has now become entrenched in

our societal infrastructure and offers a muti-faceted

approach to the challenges of climate change,

biodiversity, waste and pollution and ultimately

protecting the earth’s finite resources.

“For CFH, maintaining a circular economy is

second nature. We have long utilised shared

distribution contractors to reach our customer’s

sites located in remote corners of the UK and

Ireland to make more efficient use of vehicular

movements to minimise CO 2

production.”

“On a more practical level, we have for our

entire history collected, re-claimed, cleaned and

reused a large proportion of our chemical product

containers once our customers have finished with

them for free. This allows us to both keep our

packing costs low and crucially eliminates the

contaminated plastic waste that would arise were

these to enter landfill.”

“With many of our customers we review their

ability to benefit from bulk storage containers

to reduce their reliance on plastic containers and

work with them to both install and remotely

monitor the need to refill allowing more efficient

planning of distribution fleet’s routes further

reducing CO 2

production.”

Facing challenges head-on

Christeyns Food Hygiene is transparent about

all aspects of the company, especially chemical

products which are constantly under review. With

cutting-edge research & development, CFH has the

advantage of mobilising production when greener

alternatives present themselves, “We are cognisant

that we are still making chemical products capable

of causing environmental damage. We do not shy

away from that, our products are a vital link in

the supply of safe food to the consumers, however

we are constantly reviewing our formulations

to ensure that where less damaging alternatives

become available our R&D teams quickly mobilise

to assess and implement them.”

“CFH works alongside suppliers to identify more

sustainable raw material alternatives as quickly

as possible and is currently working to implement

more capacity of bulk storage which reduces

customer’s reliance on multiple deliveries helping

reduce CO 2

production.”

Looking ahead to superlative

sustainability practices

With the advent of video conferencing platforms,

CFH alongside many other companies now has

the advantage of remote meeting options, which

removes the need to travel, with associated

carbon emissions. This is ideal for meeting with

European and international colleagues, making

it a convenient and sustainable method of

communication.

“We plan to reduce our reliance even further on fossil

fuel through additional solar technology and hybrid

vehicles, in addition to remote meeting options.”

“Our milestones will namely be the actions we

undertake – the more efficient use of products by

customers, the growth in our electric and hybrid

fleet, our net-zero production of waste and our

adoption of new and sustainable raw materials

as they become commercially available.”

For more information on Christeyns Food Hygiene

UK, please see the contact details below:

T +44 (0)1925 234696

uk-foodinfo@christeyns.com

https://www.christeyns.com/uk-en


The UK’s largest distributor

of polypropylene, laminates

and special films

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have a solution to suit your needs.

As the UK’s first carbon neutral flexible

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positive workforce, they are experts in

reducing their environmental impact,

and they can help you do the same.

Designed to improve productivity and

sustainability, National Flexible offers

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ith 2 bespoke apps already available,

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Our Virtual Training Suite, which was

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squeeze that last 10-minute lesson in

whilst you are travelling to work or want to

start the next chapter whilst lounging at home,

you can do so with our easy-to-set-up app.

The BICSc Training app uses the same login

details as you would sign in online, and your

a comprehensive assessment of your

packaging practices, materials, and

processes, with a goal of identifying

opportunities for improvement in

environmental impact and overall

sustainability.

A strategic initiative that not only helps

companies align with environmental

goals, the Sustainability Packaging

Audit also brings about operational

and economic benefits, contributing

to a more sustainable and resilient

business model.

Streamlining packaging processes can

lead to efficiency gains in the supply

chain, reducing costs associated with

storage, transportation, and handling

and with an increased focus on

sustainability, consumers are more

likely to support and choose products

from companies that prioritize ecofriendly

packaging. A Sustainability

Packaging Audit will help to align

packaging practices with consumer

expectations.

To book an audit, please visit:

www.nationalflexible.co.uk,

email: joanna@nationalflexible.net or

call the National Flexible Team on:

01274 685566.

account now syncs across all

devices. This means you can start

a course on your phone and then

continue on your laptop without

any issues.

Our BICSc Training app is the

ideal place to get started with our

Accredited and Certificated training.

With a large selection of our Cleaning

Professional’s Skills Suite (CPSS) and

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and ever improving.

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Versatile Packaging

Research suggests that as much

as 931 million tonnes of food

is wasted globally and much of this

can happen before products even

hit the shelves. Food waste has at

least ten times the environmental

impact of packaging waste so as a

sustainable packaging provider, it is

important for Versatile Packaging

to offer truly sustainable packaging

solutions.

Versatile Packaging, are the

only packaging supplier in

Ireland offering the complete

Packaging Solution – packaging

materials, machinery, lidding

films, RRP etc – that has both:

Storage & Distribution and

Packaging & Packaging Materials

accreditations, ensuring that their

products are of the highest quality.

Sustainability and

Quality verification

through third-party

assessments is essential

for companies aligning

to green development,

providing a benchmark

and guidance on how

to improve performance

even further.

Richard Mulligan,

Managing Director of

Versatile Packaging, said, “It is

increasingly important for us to

assist processors and retailers with

ways they can strengthen food

systems by improving food safety,

extending shelf-life and ultimately

reducing food waste.”

In the food industry, to include

low-carbon packages, supplied by

producers with sustainability and

quality high on the agenda, has

grown to become one of the most

significant factors of adopting

sustainable development practices,

during recent years.

Contact

T +353 47 85177

sales@versatilepackaging.ie

www.versatilepackaging.ie


SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING MATTERS

Savour the flavour with Belazu’s

premium hand-roasted snacks

B

elazu was born to inspire and serve chefs in

every kitchen. From the UK’s top restaurants

to food lovers and home cooks alike, if you

are passionate about flavour, Belazu will help you to

transform any dish with their range of high-quality

chef-grade ingredients.

When Belazu founder George Bennell tried his first

Provençal olive at a French farmer’s market in 1991 and

decided to bring them back home, their rich partnership

with chefs was born. Today, those olives – along a

rich variety of authentic ingredients – are available for

everyone from home cooks to culinary experts.

Belazu prides itself on sourcing the finest ingredients

from around the world. From the sun-drenched groves

of the Mediterranean to the bustling spice markets of

the Middle East, every product is selected with care

and a commitment to quality and provenance that

you can taste. If they’re not proud enough to present

a product to a Michelin-starred chef, then they won’t

source it or produce it.

Their extensive range includes everything from pantry

staples such as Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Balsamic

Vinegar of Modena, to speciality items such as Truffle

and Artichoke Pesto, Rose Harissa Paste and Tahini.

Their website is not just a store, it is a hub of culinary

inspiration featuring recipes, tips, and inspiration from

food enthusiasts and professional chefs.

Belazu’s Head of Product Innovation, Andrew Ritchie,

says, “Belazu ingredients have been proudly supplied

to chefs in the UKs best restaurants for over 30 years,

and we’re excited to be sharing these same products

with consumers through their local supermarket,

allowing home cooks to replicate restaurant-quality

dishes in their own kitchens.”

When it came to selecting their packaging, Belazu

needed to put their trust in someone who would

reflect their commitment to quality, sustainability, and

customer satisfaction, so we were thrilled to be given

the opportunity to help.

Choosing National Flexible as your packaging supplier

means partnering with a company that is dedicated

to excellence, innovations, and sustainability. We

knew how important it was to provide Belazu with

packaging that helps to retain the authentic taste and

high quality, with effective protection during transport.

With all of this in mind, together we produced a 20

OPP/28 Extendo laminate, with a soft touch lacquer.

High quality packaging reinforces Belazu’s brand

image as a purveyor of premium, gourmet products.

Attractive, well-designed packaging not only stands

out on shelves but also builds trust with customers,

assuring them of the products quality and the

company’s attention to detail.

With Belazus’ commitment to sustainability being

extended to their snack range, they prioritise

environmentally friendly sourcing and packaging,

allowing you to enjoy their delicious nut and snack

mixes with a clear conscience. The new packaging has

been produced to be conveniently recycled in store,

helping to reduce waste and greenhouse gas emissions,

conserving natural resources.

The Smoked Chilli Nut Mix, Rosemary Snack Mix,

and Truffle & Pecorino Nut Mix are hand roasted

with care, ensuring a level of craftmanship that massproduced

snacks simply cannot match. So, if you

haven’t tried them yet – why not give them a try?

If you would like to discuss your packaging needs, let

us help you elevate your brand with packaging that

not only protects and preserves, but also enhances the

appeal of your products.

Contact

T 01274 685566

marketing@nationalflexible.net

www.nationalflexible.co.uk

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NORTHERN RESTAURANT & BAR SHOW (NR&B) REVIEW

Northern Restaurant & Bar

Show (NR&B) 2024 review

orthern cities have bucked the trend and

are enjoying strong economic growth across

Nthe hospitality sector. A report by Northern

Restaurant & Bar and CGA saw increased sales

across all managed pubs, bars and restaurants in all

major northern cities from Sheffield, York, Newcastle,

to Manchester. Many of these cities have proved more

resilient than London with over 25% of regional new

openings and high customer satisfaction rates.

With this thriving backdrop, NR&B 2024 provided

the perfect opportunity for market disruptors,

innovators and next-level operators to showcase new

ideas and experiences with like-minded colleagues

across the industry and attentive visitors.

NR&B provides a gateway to the lucrative Northern

Hospitality market, which is known as a vibrant,

diverse melting pot and NR&B 2024 was bigger,

brighter and the most successful to date. NR&B 2024

saw an 11% record increase in attendance over the

two-day event and exhibitors were delighted with

increased sales leads and enquires.

This year’s event was held from 12th-13th March

2024 at Manchester Central Convention Complex

and recorded 9,645 visitors. With over 300 regional,

national and international exhibitors, it was the

calendar event for showcasing food and drink

innovation, equipment, tabletop and technology

features and was the best show for sourcing new

suppliers and keeping up-to-date with industry trends.

NR&B 2024 attracted a surge of interest across the

region, with 72% of visitors from the North of England,

proving this is the definitive event for Northern Hospitality.

The quality of footfall was high: 80% of visitors had

authorising/influence for purchasing decisions and 62% of

visitors came specifically to source new supplies.

Here at Food & Drink Matters, we selected eight Top

Exhibitors that proved exceptional at NR&B 2024:

1) Shanky’s Whip: This unique Irish spirit is a liqueur

and aged pot still whiskey fusion, with a smooth

and creamy taste. Distilled in County Cavan, the

delicious spirit can be served neat, added to coffee

or mixed with cola or ginger beer, with the vanilla,

caramel, butterscotch notes giving signature notes.

The story behind the tale is a whimsical tale of a

banned jockey riding an Ostrich instead of a horse!

2) Alcohol Free Drinks Company: With the alcoholfree

beverage sector growing, this West Yorkshire

Company offers 25 alcohol-free beers on draft,

alongside wine, spirits and pre mixed cocktails. For

example, Lervig No Worries Wild Berries is a vegan,

alcohol free beer offering the perfect drink for a

summer’s day, with an unforgettable, fruity taste.

3) Aston Manor Cider: Premium ciders, including

branded products like Kingstone Press and

bespoke labels. The Birmingham based cider

experts have won ‘World’s Best (still) Cider’ three

years running, alongside countless other awards.

With a nod to sustainability, the business has

actioned orchard planting and eco-packaging.

4) Luxury Lakes Ice Cream: This award-winning

Kendal ice cream company has been wowing the

ice cream sector for thirty years. With locally

sourced ingredients and free-from artificial colours

and flavourings, there are over 50 flavours,

including vegan options to choose from. The

Seville Orange Marmalade ice cream conjures up

images of resplendent Spanish orange trees and

the award-winning Kendal Mint Cake flavour is a

signature Cumbrian classic.

5) Lavazza Coffee (UK) Ltd: With coffee machines and

makers, accessories and coffee, this company has

everything you need and more. The new Tales of Italy

coffee blends are inspired by famous Italian cities from

Naples, Roma and Milano. Tales of Roma for example

is a premium blend of handpicked Arabica and Robusta

from Central and South America, SE Asia and Africa,

with dark chocolate and hazelnut notes.

6) Go Green Packaging Limited: This eco-food

packaging wholesaler is located in Manchester

and offers a range of Kraft paper boxes and bowls,

street trays, burger boxes and bakery boxes for

emerging and established food businesses. The

750ml Kraft Deli Takeaway box is designed for

hot and cold food, with a leakproof PE lining and

secure, foldable lids. Ideal for takeaways, the boxes

are made from recyclable kraft food-grade boards

and help reduce carbon footprint.

7) Passione Pizza Ltd: London Importers of authentic

Italian Pizza solutions for the professional restaurant

& catering sectors. The Pizza Tonda Romana pizza

bases are classically light and thin, traditionally

baked in the Italian way. Hand-stretched, par-baked

on hot stones giving truly signature Italian flavours.

8) Pipers Crisps Ltd: Established by farmers, these

premium crisp flavours include: Great Berwick

Longhorn Beef, Kirkby Malham Chorizo,

Biggleswade Sweet Chilli, Burrow Hill Cider Vinegar

& Sea Salt and Atlas Mountains Wild Thyme &

Rosemary. The Great Berwick Longhorn Beef flavour

has been made from dry aged meat over 35 days and

encompasses sustainable organic farming methods.

Save the date:

Northern Restaurant & Bar

(co-located with new show lunch! NORTH)

11th-12th March 2025

Manchester Central

https://northernrestaurantandbar.co.uk


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effective business connections

T

he Hotel, Restaurant & Catering (HRC) Show

2024 took place between the 25th–27th March

2024 at the ExCeL in London.

Known as the ultimate business event for the UK

hospitality industry, HRC is part of Food, Drink &

Hospitality Week that unites IFE Manufacturing, IFE,

The Pub Show, HRC and International Salon Culinaire

as the UK’s biggest celebration of industry innovation.

The annual HRC pass gave visitors access to all events

taking place as part of Food, Drink & Hospitality

Week, welcoming over 30,000 industry leaders to

network, learn from inspiring innovators and source

quality products from over 1,500 suppliers.

HRC is known for its high-quality training and

education opportunities. This year, the show offered

a three-day complimentary seminar programme,

uncovering the latest trends, offering the opportunity

to developing your knowledge on the current issues

influencing the hospitality sector.

The seminars were hosted across three stages:

the Vision Stage, TechX, The Pub Stage and the

Networking Hub. Whether you’re involved in catering,

wholesale & distribution, import & export, retail, a

hotelier or something else, the 2024 seminar program

was packed full of insights and knowledge bombs

for everyone and anyone involved somehow the

hospitality industry.

HRC launched with a bang on the Vision Stage with

Philippa Christer, Robert Richardson, James Bielby,

Martin Traynor OBE, and Karen Betts OBE all hosting

the Inauguration Ceremony! Further seminars then

followed covering topics such as social sustainability,

hospitality salaries, restaurant design, the future of

food trends, creating sustainability food systems,

and much more.

Some of the stand out Top Exhibitors were Safety

Bug Training Ltd who were showcasing their training

solutions for multi-lingual workforces. They also offer

a whole host of educational services for the hospitality

industry from UK and EU complaint accreditations

in Level 2 & 3 Food Safety, to Haccp, Allergen

Awareness, Manual Handling, COSHH, Health and

Safety qualifications and much more. The courses are

expertly developed by professional Environmental

Health Officers and Food Inspectors and meet all UK/

EU legal food safety standards.

Among the standout exhibitors at The HRC Show

2024 was Adande Refrigeration, a company celebrated

for its cutting-edge patented technology tailored to

the needs of commercial kitchens worldwide. Adande

made a significant impact at HRC by unveiling

its latest innovations in refrigeration technology.

The highlights of their exhibit included the Bora,

powered by Aircell technology, and their ever-popular

refrigerated drawers, known for offering unparalleled

flexibility and performance.

Barfoots, award-winning sustainable growers,

introduced their groundbreaking innovation,

Freshlock ® , to the food service industry at HRC.

Freshlock ® is a revolutionary vegetable preservation

process that reduces food waste, saves time in the

kitchen, and maintains freshly picked flavour and

crunch. By gently pasteurising vegetables, Freshlock ®

extends their shelf life by 5-10 times while preserving

their natural goodness. Currently, Freshlock ® is

available to the food service sector directly from

Barfoots and through Sysco subsidiaries Fresh Direct

and Brakes.

Whether you’re a novice or an expert distiller, The

Craft Distilling Business designs and builds stills and

distillation equipment to fit any space, offering a

comprehensive range of support services that include

Licensing Support, Operational Training, Recipe

Development, Health & Safety Procedures, Sales &

Marketing, and general Consultancy and Advice.

With a prestigious client portfolio featuring Hilton,

Gatwick Airport, The Restaurant Group PLC, and

Jake’s London Dry Gin, among many others, The Craft

Distilling Business stands out as a leader in their field.

For over a decade, Tugo Food Systems has been

delighting customers with innovative foodservice

concepts. From vibrant street food to hand-stretched

fresh dough pizza, their diverse portfolio helps

foodservice partners grow sales and enhance the

customer experience. Tugo’s independent team of

adventurous foodies is passionate about creating

the freshest, tastiest, and most vibrant street food.

Their services encompass menu innovation, concept

development, product training, marketing and sales

support, and a complete end-to-end solution for all

valued clients.

Wrapex Ltd is a leading UK manufacturer of cling film,

aluminium foil and baking parchment, and home to

the renowned Speedwrap range of refillable dispensers.

Centred on real-world culinary frustrations, Wrapex

Ltd is refining big ideas into products that make the

difference in your professional kitchen. Wrapex Ltd has

a tremendous sustainability profile, and is paving the

way for a more eco-friendly future for the food industry.

Co-located with HRC, The Pub Show cultivated

valuable business opportunities for the UK’s largest

gathering of pub sector decision-makers. The event

featured an innovative floor plan, showcased cuttingedge

products, and provided a practical checklist to

help pubs maximise the Euro 2024 event. Additionally,

it raised awareness about legalities, reminding

businesses to check local regulations and apply for

necessary extensions in advance.

A key highlight of the show was the BII (British

Institute of Innkeeping) launching its new free

membership platform, Workforce. This platform

promotes the welcoming and diverse nature of pubs

and helps attract and retain local talent to ensure

pubs thrive in UK communities.

Food Drink & Hospitality Week that includes

HRC, returns next year on the 17th-19th March

2025 at the ExCel, London.

Enquire to exhibit now:

https://www.hrc.co.uk

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Suppliers of distillation equipment and

consultancy services for craft spirit and

essential oil producers

he Craft Distilling Business

TLTD designs, commissions,

and maintains micro-distilleries

for premium hospitality and

retail venues. Our beautiful

copper pot stills are bespoke,

handmade to order, and range

from 50 to 500 litres.

Our services include license

application, health & safety

certification, staff training,

recipe development, provision of botanicals and other

consumables, maintenance, etc. – in short, everything

needed to set up and operate a micro-distillery and

produce a range of high-quality spirits with ease.

Safety Bug Training: Training solutions

for your multi-lingual workforce!

he introduction of foreign workers

Tinto the UK food industry, is on the

rise. Diversity in languages for training

individuals is therefore crucial for effective

food safety compliance as it ensures that

all individuals involved in the food supply

chain, from production to consumption,

understand and adhere to safety protocols.

Multilingual training helps bridge gaps

among workers, suppliers, and regulatory

bodies who may speak different languages,

promoting clear understanding of guidelines,

hazard prevention measures and critical safety practices.

This inclusive approach minimises the risk of

miscommunication, enhances training effectiveness and

ensures that safety standards are uniformly maintained,

ultimately protecting public health and fostering a

safer food environment for all.

Safety Bug Training is an industry-leading provider in

multilingual food safety training, offering Level 2 and

3 Food Safety & Hygiene accreditations, alongside

e’re TUGO, a

Wpassionate team of food

service fanatics, committed

to creating the freshest, most

flavourful globally inspired

food concepts.

Our adventurous spirit,

agility and positively restless

dedication to innovation is

what sets us apart, developing

food concepts to suit

operators across food service.

From our vibrant global

street food to our handstretched

fresh dough pizza

& authentic corn tortilla

burritos, we seek adventure

globally and are passionate

about our produce as we are

reducing our environmental

impacts.

We’re clear in our purpose,

to take the weight off our

clients’ plate and make life

easier with our complete endto-end

food service solution.

From menu innovation

and concept development,

through to product training,

marketing and sales support.

We provide the tastiest,

most innovative food

solutions so our clients can

focus on delighting their customers and unlocking

opportunities to drive revenue.

For more information, please contact us on:

T 01295 367351

hello@tugo.co.uk

www.tugo.co.uk

Adande Refrigeration: Commercial Fridge Freezers

chill your quality produce. Adande

Refrigeration is the perfect choice

for the unsung hero of your

professional kitchen.

Allergen Awareness, COSHH, HACCP,

COSHH, Health &Safety, Manual

Handling and Bespoke solutions.

The courses are expertly developed by

professional Environmental Health

Officers and Food Inspectors and meet

all UK/EU legal food safety standards.

“We are proud to offer our courses in 33

different international languages including:

Arabic, Farsi, French, Polish and Swahili.”

“Our e-learning courses are flexible and can be

accessed remotely, with many learning on night shifts,”

added Trevor Tweed: Managing Director.

Have a multi-lingual workforce?

The Craft Distilling Business

LTD has installed Nano

distilleries in venues, including

5-star hotels, bars, cruise ships,

and airports. The attached

photo shows a still recently

installed on the third floor

of Fortnum and Masons

Piccadilly.

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create a macro distillery

within a hospitality venue, contact Matt:

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Foodservice

concepts

vents like The HRC Show play

Ea pivotal role in showcasing the

latest advancements that can help chefs

achieve culinary excellence. As the

leading choice in quality commercial

refrigeration, Adande excelled in

exhibiting the perfect fit for a chef’s

kitchen. The 40-year-old company

understands that chefs want cooling

equipment that is reliable, energyefficient

and fits into the tightest of

spaces. That’s why they offer a diverse

range of drawers, personalised to your

preferences. Whether a heat shield is

needed for a combi oven to be placed

on top, or a convenient blast chill

functionality is needed to rapidly

During The HRC Show, the energyefficient

Bora multideck was at the

centre stage of the Adande stand,

catching many people’s eyes as they

strolled through ExCel London. As

Adande understands the importance

of sustainability in today’s climate

and costly living, we ensured the Bora

technology would cut down huge

energy costs for operators, without

compromising on performance.

Adande is proud to have exhibited at The

HRC show for the last few years now,

where they can unveil to end-users and

dealers, quality refrigeration that lasts.

Contact Karl Hodgson,

Managing Director,

T 01502 537135

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reshlock ® by award-winning

Barfoots is a revolutionary

vegetable innovation that

reduces food waste, saves kitchen

time, and preserves fresh flavour

and crunch. Barfoots showcased

FreshLock ® at Hotel Restaurant &

Catering at ExCeL London from

March 20th-22nd, 2024, as the ideal

solution for the foodservice and

hospitality industries.

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Freshlock ® by Barfoots : Cling film, foil &

The Freshlock ® process gently

pasteurises vegetables, extending their

shelf life by 5-10 times while preserving

natural goodness and reducing waste

that allows for better stock management.

Free from artificial preservatives or

additives, Freshlock ® sweetcorn is high

in fibre, contributes to your 5 a day, and

meets the demand for tasty, gluten-free,

vegetarian, and vegan options. Available

in various cuts like bites and ribs, it’s

ready to eat or heats up in minutes,

enhancing kitchen efficiency.

Barfoots is the UK’s largest grower

and importer of sweetcorn which is

currently available to the food service

sector directly from Barfoots and

through global food service leader

Sysco’s subsidiaries Fresh Direct

and Brakes.

In addition to Freshlock ® and

Sweetcorn, Barfoots have also

pioneered and continues to supply

a number of semi-exotic vegetables

including courgettes, squash,

sweet potatoes, asparagus,

chillies, and Tenderstem ® .

Barfoots sustainability profile is

extremely strong. Founder Peter

Barfoot has a CBE for Services to

Sustainable Farming and his ethos to

‘look after the land like we are going

to farm forever’ is at the core of the

business. Freshlock ® is also processed

in a factory that is powered by its own

vegetable waste and solar energy!

Find out how Barfoots and Freshlock ®

can revolutionise your business:

T +44 (0)1243 268811

freshlock@barfoots.co.uk

www.freshlockbybarfoots.com

Instagram: @freshlockbybarfoots

parchment for professionals

rowrap set a new standard for

Pkitchen wrapping with the launch of

its upgraded Speedwrap Pro dispensers

at the prestigious International Salon

Culinaire competition.

The Speedwrap Pro, available in the

compact Pro 300 and larger Pro 450

models, received glowing reviews at

the culinary exhibition, where Prowrap

was the official wrapping partner. The

new models feature kitchen safety,

sustainability, and efficiency upgrades,

including a patented sheathed safety

blade, antimicrobial protection, and

recyclable film compatibility.

Attendees like Aiden Jayne of Compass

Group praised the safety features, saying,

“Do you know how many times I’ve cut

myself on a dispenser?” Ryan Corbett,

Chef at the Greater Manchester Mental

Health Trust, added, “It’s great – the

cling film doesn’t get stuck and you can’t

cut yourself.”

Bryony Barlow, Commercial Director

at Prowrap, expressed her delight with

the new dispenser’s reception, saying,

“We couldn’t have asked for a more

successful launch. Launching at such a

historic event with top culinary names

was exciting. We’re thrilled with the

feedback.”

The dispenser debuted with

compatible standard and recyclable

films, recycled content foil refills, and

baking parchment, all designed to fit

the Speedwrap Pro models without

traditional plastic locators, reducing

kitchen plastic waste.

“Reducing food and material waste is

crucial for today’s foodservice sector,”

said Barlow. “The Speedwrap Pro and its

compatible films, foils and parchments

will help kitchens run more efficiently

and meet sustainability goals.”

The Speedwrap Pro 300 and

Pro 450 models are available

now at: www.wrapex.com


ICE CREAM VANS MATTERS

Conversions go hybrid!

Summer’s here! And this can only mean one

thing – more ice cream vans and mobile

catering vans. As the temperature soars,

there’s nothing better than the sound of the

local ice cream van or the delicious evening

smells of street food wafting from a food van.

There are estimated to be 5,000 ice cream

vans operating in the UK, selling everything

from Mr Whippies, to Mediterranean Ices and

7,000 street food units serving Mexican Tacos

through to Asian fusion.

For many people, the thought of running

their own street food service or ice cream

parlour on wheels though is just a pipe dream,

but not anymore!

Royal Conversions

Specialist transform

plain vehicles into

sparkling, eyecatching

dream

machines, inside

and out. The

devil’s in the detail

and the team use

Anest Iwata Spray

Guns to achieve

the premium

fan pattern for

speed and use and superior finish. The lack of

polypropylene components put less pressure

on the gun and the lack of seals and baffles

stop the gun from fluttering. The bodyshop has

fully-fitted spray booths ready for action, with

industrial-strength ramps rated at 5,000kg to

load all vehicles.

The result? World-class body work, with trafficstopping,

intricate attention to detail.

If you’re a first-timer starting out, looking to

revamp your vehicle in time for the summer

festivals or want your van to make a statement,

the boys at Royal Conversions will make your

wheels the talk of the town.

Don’t just take our word for it – the company

Facebook page posts near-daily videos of

spray booths in action and before and after

transformations. The results are spectacular,

taking a regular-looking van and turning into

an unrecognisable colourful beauty. Customers

can choose their own unique colour schemes

for Willy Wonka purple, to bright pinks and

blues. The sky’s the limit! With near a thousand

fans on Tik Tok, fans can’t get enough of these

amazing transformations and they keep coming

back for more.

Just when you thought things couldn’t get

better, you can now also get plug-in hybrid EV

– charging points! Three hours will give you a

full charge so you can sell My Whippy from an

electric van! The future is here, let’s go electric!

Royal Conversion offer expert hands-on

craftmanship and immaculate attention to

detail, offering everything from retrofit EMD,

LWB bodywork, updated livery, through to

state-of-the art air conditioning and interiors.

Behind every ice cream or catering van

conversion is a team of well-experienced, creative

and innovative geniuses that truly understand

what it means to bring vans to life and each van

is given proper VIP Royal treatment.

Royal Conversion is all about style and

substance: every vehicle adheres to the highest

industry safety standards on the inside, so

you can enjoy the polished finishings on the

outside. When you’re out and about running

your business, you want peace of mind that

your vehicle won’t let you down, so let Royal

Conversion transform your pride and joy into

a dream machine.

One of the recent projects includes a beautiful

trailer conversion, with a letterbox-red body

and striking yellow window frames, giving an

elegant finishing touch.

This is a fantastic opportunity for budding

entrepreneurs or ice cream enthusiasts looking

to spread the joy of food on wheels – why not

go hybrid and save on expensive fuel costs too?

With the rising popularity of food trucks and

mobile catering, these vans offer a fantastic

business opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking

a unique and profitable venture. The team also

sell fully restored vans too, for all information,

please see below:

T 07885 207599

rcspecialistvehicles@gmail.com

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Albany Products introduces

Bramble & Hedge nougat

and peanut brittle

lbany Products are delighted

Ato introduce Bramble &

Hedge nougat and peanut brittle.

A truly artisan range, offering

taste even more amazing than

it looks and helping make for a

happier world. The range is now

available in the UK.

Bramble & Hedge nougat is made

in small batches using traditional

recipes and methods. The

team only source the highest quality

ingredients and decorate by hand with

the finest dried fruits and flowers.

Hayley Crompton started Bramble &

Hedge in 2009 after a long time in the

fine food industry around the world.

Unfortunately, Hayley passed in 2022

aged just 50. Bramble & Hedge remains

her legacy and is carried on by those

closest to her. It is renowned for its

beautiful presentation and taste profile.

The team of passionate and highly

talented

artisans

make show

that each

product is

produced to

the highest

standard and

their innovation continues to ensure the

ranges evolution.

As well as their traditional range they

offer an alcohol infused range in bars

and cakes and two delightful peanut

brittles. With gift packs and catering

formats available Bramble & Hedge

offers something for everyone.

Whether gifting or simply indulging

Bramble & Hedge is a perfect choice.

To find out more contact

Albany Products Ltd at:

enquiries@albanyproductsltd.co.uk

or call us on: 01706 632233.

NO MORE BLOCKAGES

– WITH COMMERCIAL

COFFEE MACHINES

FOOD & DRINK PRODUCTS MATTERS

A true heritage brand

with origins in the UK

ith a family

Wheritage

dating back over

150 years, the

Bickfords brand

stands to test of

time. Bickfords

commitment to

the principles

of passion and

quality, started

by William and

Anne Bickford,

has seen their

reputation

extend beyond prize-winning cordials to

a wide range of beverages seen on shelf

in over 46 countries worldwide.

Bickfords cordials contain up to 35%

real fruit juice and their flavour profiles

are largely differentiated versus the

competitive set. With flavours like Pink

Grapefruit and Peach Iced Tea Bickfords

offer something extra. Their Ginger Beer,

made with cold pressed ginger, is a real hit.

Whether simply

mixed with still

or sparkling

water or used

in cocktails

and mocktails,

Bickfords

recipes add value to consumers through

simplicity, authenticity and versatility.

Their belief in quality and consistency is

evident across all the Bickfords brands.

Albany Products are delighted to offer

Bickfords cordial which are available

for immediate supply. Plans are in place

to add Bickfords iced coffee syrup to

the Albany range along with other

brands from the Bickfords group.

Look out for VOK Cocktails,

Beenleigh Rum and Beresford Wines

just to highlight a few.

To find out more contact

Albany Products Ltd at:

enquiries@albanyproducts.co.uk

or call: 01706 632233.

Dive into Summer Bliss

with The Delicious Dessert

new Pot ‘O’licious range

FED UP WITH YOUR DRAINS

GETTING BLOCKED WITH

COFFEE GRINDS?

HAVE A LOOK AT OUR SOLUTION:

COMPACT, SPACE SAVING

FILTER AND AFFORDABLE

The Compact Coffee Grounds Catcher is made from stainless steel and is a gamechanger

for the wider coffee industry. It is the world’s only counter-mounted coffee

grounds catcher, preventing drainage blockages. It is easy to install too- simply attach

to your kitchen counter and empty when full, which removes all maintenance costs.

This design ingenuity was recognised by Innovate NI, on behalf of the

Department for the Economy and awarded the coveted Gold Innovator.

Here at Food & Drink Matters, we have awarded Raldek as one of our

Top Exhibitors at the recent iFEX 2024. The biennial event was housed at

the impressive Titanic Exhibition Centre in Belfast from the 5th-7th March.

It is Northern Ireland’s premier food, drink, retail and

hospitality trade event.

Why not invest in a Compact Coffee Grounds Catcher

today? Collect your coffee grounds and compost them

– be part of the circular economy!

Make sure and mention this article to get 10% off

on your first order!

Please visit raldek.com for email info@raldek.com

ith the summer season upon us,

WThe Delicious Dessert Company's

new Pot ‘O'licious pots are the perfect

treat for picnics and BBQs.

The Pot ‘O’Licious range comes in two

mouth-watering flavours: Chocolate

and Caramel, and Zesty Lemon. The

Chocolate and Caramel pots feature

rich layers of decadent caramel sauce

and chocolate mousse, topped with

chunky chocolate pieces. The Zesty

Lemon pots are layered with zesty

citrus lemon curd, soft lemon cream,

and topped with white chocolate

chunks. Both varieties are available

at Asda and Tesco stores.

Claire Smith. Head of Insight at

The Delicious Dessert Company

commented, “We are thrilled to

introduce our Pot ‘O'licious range just

in time for summer. These refreshing

desserts are perfect for warm days and

are the latest creations by our chefs,

who love conjuring up some new

delights for people’s taste buds. The

result is yet more delicious creations

in an ever-growing range, from the

fastest growing brand in the fresh

desserts category. And as with all

products in its range, the Delicious

Dessert Company remains committed

to reinventing dessert classics for

the more adventurous tastebuds

of a younger generation.”

Contact

info@thedeliciousdessertcompany.com

www.thedeliciousdessertcompany.com


FOOD SAFETY MATTERS

Microwave enhanced

ashing of food samples –

application report

he ashing test on

Tfood samples is

commonly used for

evaluation of mineral

content because this

content plays an

important role from a

physicochemical and

nutritional point of view.

Ash content analysis is

also an accepted index

of refinement of foods,

such as wheat flour or

sugar production since the ash test is a

reliable indicator of efficiency of which the

separation of bran and germ from the rest

of the wheat kernel. Mineral constituents

include potassium, sodium, calcium, and

magnesium that are often present in larger

amounts as well as smaller quantities

of aluminium, iron, copper, manganese,

arsenic, zinc, arsenic, iodine, and fluorine.

Traditional ashing methods for food

samples have used electrical muffle

furnaces that have disadvantages such

as long ashing times, extended cooling,

and high power consumption. An

alternative and rapid ashing method

for determination of mineral content in

food samples using an

enhanced microwave

system is available

from Analytix. The

Milestone PYRO

system incorporates

all the benefits of

using microwaves and

working with specially

developed fast heating/

cooling crucibles makes

the ashing application

fast, easy, and efficient,

coupled with complete safety with all

fumes produced during the process

diverted away from the user.

An application report highlighting the

advantages of a microwave enhanced

ashing system is available that demonstrates

the recoveries of a certified food standard

material being in compliance with the

certificate value plus the reproducibility

of the method due to temperature

homogeneity across the muffle.

For a copy of the application report

or for further information, please visit:

www.analytix.co.uk/contact or call:

+44 (0)191 519 4504.

P S Analytical: Experience,

performance, reliability

and support

S Analytical (PSA) provides niche

P analytical instruments for the trace

and ultra-trace determination of mercury,

arsenic, selenium, antimony and bismuth

in food and beverage samples.

These toxic metals in their various

forms are of real concern to those

administrating food safety programs and

to all food processors and manufacturers

of food and feed products. Increasingly

the determination of both total and

speciated chemical forms is required

to assess product quality and this

requirement generates further analytical

challenges of sensitivity, selectivity and

freedom for interferences.

Coupling Atomic Fluorescence

Spectroscopy (AFS) with either cold

vapour generation or hydride generation

has been PSA’s core competency for

over 30 years providing this detection

capability. With the addition of analyte

separation that allows for speciation

studies, PSA offers some powerful tools

to help with these endeavours.

Some examples include the separation

of methyl mercury from inorganic

mercury in water, shellfish, seaweed,

dairy products, vegetables and grains

& the determination inorganic arsenic

from less toxic organo-arsenic species

in water, rice, seaweed are examples of

routine applications developed by PSA.

With literally thousands of systems in

the field today, and support networks

in Europe, USA and SE Asia, PSA offers

the ideal package of performance,

reliability and support.

Paul Stockwell – Managing Director:

pms@psanalytical.com

Tim Williams – South East Asia (SEA)

Sales Manager: tpw@psanalytical.com

Joanna Wells – Website and Online

Marketing co-ordinator:

jlw@psanalytical.com

T +44 (0)1689 891211

psa@psanalytical.com

www.psanalytical.com

STORAGE & REFRIGERATION MATTERS

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MANUFACTURING MATTERS

DMN-WESTINGHOUSE Rota

Setting new standards for the dairy

industry

Product quality, product safety. The

guiding mantra in dairy production.

That’s why the world’s leading dairy

producers rely on the products and solutions

developed by DMN-WESTINGHOUSE. Our

rotary valves and diverter valves offer the

highest level of precision engineering, preventing

bridging and possible contamination during

conveying processes. At the same time, they

guarantee unparalleled cleanability, drastically

increasing product safety while reducing

downtime for maintenance and repairs.

Taking up the challenges

Through years of experience and valuable

partnerships, DMN-WESTINGHOUSE has

gained a deep understanding of the global

dairy industry and its challenges. We have

earned the trust of an industry where hygiene,

cleanability, and safety are paramount. In our

R&D department, we leverage innovative

technology, setting the dairy industry

standard. In our factories, we control every

step in the manufacturing of heavy-duty

rotary valves and diverter valves.

Always compliant

Just like you, we strive for unparalleled

quality and consistency. A commitment

underscored by our compliance with current

certifications, including USDA, EHEDG-ED

Class II and ATEX. Whether it’s about infant

formula, lactoferrin, (plant-based) milk

powders, caseinates or probiotics, at DMN-

WESTINGHOUSE, we help you maintain the

highest quality standards in dairy.

Heavy-duty, finest quality

Many producers of dairy products, ranging

from baby formula to lactoferrin, rely on our

renowned heavy-duty rotary valves. These

valves come in two types and various sizes:

the drop-through type (AL/AXL/AML) and

the blow-through type (BL/BXL/BXXL).

They comfortably comply with the stringent

hygiene standards the dairy industry needs

to maintain. All product contact surfaces

consist of food-grade material, polished to

perfection. They are all radiused and polished

to an astonishing 0.8μm Ra (150 grit), and

the rotor vanes have precisely chamfered

edges preventing the build-up of conveyed

dairy powders.

MZC-series: standard for safety,

hygiene and cleanability

Cleaning intervals will vary depending on

which dry dairy substances are processed. To

reduce cleaning time and resulting downtime,

we developed the MZC rotary valves based

on our AL and BL series. The MZC-I and

MZC-II are equipped with supporting

rails so the rotor and end cover can be

removed. The MZC-II opens on two sides

for unprecedented easy access and superior

cleanability.

These valves facilitate premium process

handling, raising the bar in cleanability,

hygiene, and safety. The rotor body clearances

are set automatically when the rotary valve is

closed after cleaning.

Options for ultimate safety and reliability

Adding innovative solutions can take your

dairy production to the next level.

We offer:

● Rotor Interference Detection (RID 3.0) is our

third generation, detecting unwanted contact

between the rotor and body or end covers.

This prevents major damage and provides

insight into product contamination. RID

3.0 offers 50 times more accurate resistance

measurement than its predecessors.

● Shaft seal flow control boosts the

reliability of our AL and BL heavy-duty

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ry Valves and Diverter Valves

rotary valve series even more. Precise flow

control prevents the build-up of powder

residue on the shaft seals, minimising

the risks of seal failure, contamination,

leakage, damage and downtime.

● Rotary valves equipped with the Sanitary

Air Seal (SAS) outboard bearing shaft

seal minimise leak risks due to pressure

changes inside the valve, thus maintaining

the right airflow.

Cleaning-in-place (CIP)

For maintaining hygiene and preventing

contamination, cleaning-in-place (CIP) is

indispensable. CIP is about cleaning the

interior of pipelines, valves, tanks and other

equipment without the need for disassembly.

In the dairy industries it’s a necessary, often

automated method to maintain the highest

levels of hygiene and prevent contamination.

Your perfect Niro replacement

Handling dry dairy solids is about

maintaining the strictest standards and

requirements 24/7. Are you currently

operating Niro rotary valves needing

replacement any time soon? Our NR347

rotary valves (NR = Niro replacement) match

the outer dimensions of the Niro valves

operating within your system, which means

they are usually a perfect fit. The NR347 is

based on our heavy-duty AL250 model and

is made of stainless steel. Meeting all hygiene

and safety standards, the NR347 will prove

its value day in and day out.

Our diverter valves: boosting

efficiency and hygiene

Diverging and converging powders or

granulates is a daily routine in dairy

production. Safety, efficiency and maximum

hygiene are key. That’s why our 2-TDV,

3-TDV, M-TDV, and GPD diverter valves

are very much in demand.

● Our 2-TDV and 3-TDV diverter valves

are designed for quick disassembly and

streamlined distribution. The 2-TDV

effortlessly handles two destinations,

while the 3-TDV targets three.

● The M-TDV efficiently handles the

pneumatic transport of powders or pellets,

diverging and converging flows to multiple

destinations. Available in different sizes,

offering up to 14 ports.

● Our diverter valves are the perfect choice

for systems needing regular, quick cleaning

with minimal downtime.

Would you like to know more about

DMN-WESTINGHOUSE rotary valves or

diverter valves and discover why we are the

dairy industry’s choice worldwide?

Please get in touch with the

DMN-WESTINGHOUSE:

+44 (0)1249 818400 or

dmn.uk@dmnwestinghouse.com.


IDEAL HOME SHOW REVIEW

A foodies delight!

he Ideal Homes Show

T2024 took place

between the 22nd March-

7th April at the Olympia,

London. Each year, the

show looks forward to

the 21st century, bringing

the latest innovations, the

brightest ideas and the

most inspiration to the

hundreds of thousands of visitors that

continue to enjoy the biggest and best

home show in the business.

The Ideal Home Show 2024 delivered

an unforgettable experience with the

debut of The Dream Home, featuring

fully furnished rooms designed by top

designers and brands and product demos

showcasing the latest innovations.

The Eat & Drink Festival captivated

food enthusiasts with a diverse array

of culinary delights. This section of

the show showcased the very best in

modern cuisine, mixology, delectable

international dishes, and independent

produce, all under one roof.

MANUFACTURING MATTERS

The Eat & Drink

Stage featured live

demonstrations from top

chefs, culinary favourites,

and drinks experts. Chefs

from some of the UK’s best

restaurants, along with

leading drinks experts,

shared their secrets and

creative ideas, providing

invaluable insights for those looking to

start or enhance their culinary journey.

One standout exhibitor was SUMSUM

& Co, a worldwide flavour boutique

shopping network, located in Europe,

USA, GCC, and Asia. SUMSUM are

experts in turning superfoods from the

middle eastern cuisine into the finest

culinary experience only using premium

ingredients that meet the highest

European standards.

The Ideal Home Show 2025 will

be taking place on 21st March –

6th April at Olympia, London.

https://www.idealhomeshow.co.uk

Introducing Scalibur TM :

Next-level potato slicing with

Dual Rotation Technology

FAM STUMABO

introduces the Scalibur TM ,

a revolutionary potato slicer

designed to deliver unmatched

gentleness and efficiency. This

innovative machine features a

patented rotation technology

where both the cutting head

and the impeller rotate for a

controlled and gentle cutting

process.

Whereas potatoes were

previously pushed against a

static knife, the Scalibur TM features

a rotating blade that slices through

the potato at a lower speed. This,

combined with the independent

centrifugal force of the impeller,

minimises impact damage to the

potato’s cell structure. This results

in less starch and scrap loss and

thus less fryer contamination. The

slicer is equipped with powerful

dual stainless-steel motors and

the patented Smart Slicing system

allows differential speed adjustments

with varying gravities. The reduced

impact on blades and segments from

foreign objects results in lower parts

consumption and repair costs.

The slicer is widely used in potato

chip production, but also delivers

perfect results in the production

of vegetable chips from carrots,

beetroot, sweet potatoes, taro,

parsnip, etc. Supplied with a

full range of interchangeable

cutting heads, Scalibur TM allows

for different types of cuts to be

produced: flat, crinkle or V-cut

slices or sticks in many dimensions.

www.fam-stumabo.com

Experience Mediterranean

Delights with Sumsum’s

Authentic Desserts

umsum is a leading Mediterranean

Sdesserts and tea provider, based

in Amsterdam, Netherlands. With

a passion for authenticity and a

dedication to quality, Sumsum offers

an irresistible selection of traditional

treats and teas, crafted using timehonoured

recipes and premium

ingredients.

At Sumsum, we pride ourselves on

offering a delectable array of Halva

flavours, and a special collection of

Dried-fruits based teas. Each bite and

sip encapsulates the essence of the

Mediterranean, transporting you to sundrenched

shores and bustling markets.

Our activities extend beyond Holland,

with a strong presence in Germany,

Belgium, Switzerland, the Middle East,

the USA, and the UK. These vibrant

hubs allow food enthusiasts and

culture seekers to explore a world of

taste sensations.

Whether you’re

indulging in

our sumptuous

desserts and teas

at our locations

or ordering online

from the comfort

of your home,

Sumsum promises

an unforgettable

gastronomic

experience.

Join our growing

community of

food lovers and subscribe to our

newsletter to receive exclusive offers,

updates, and mouth-watering recipes.

With our commitment to quality and

authenticity, Sumsum is dedicated

to delighting palates and spreading

the joy of Mediterranean cuisine

worldwide.

For more information and to

explore our irresistible halva flavours

and teas, join our newsletter at:

https://sumsumandco.com

Contact Nir Moshe, CEO,

T +31 20 427 4724

support@sumsumandco.com

FAM STUMABO unveils

Yuran Hytec 300 for meat and

alternative protein processing

AM STUMABO is set to

Frevolutionise the meat and

alternative protein processing industry

with the launch of its latest innovation,

the Yuran Hytec 300. Making its

debut at Anuga FoodTec 2024, this

high-capacity belt-fed dicer promises to

redefine processing standards.

The Yuran Hytec 300 is a versatile

machine engineered to dice, strip-cut,

and shred a diverse range of meat,

poultry, and alternative protein

products. This cutting-edge equipment

offers enhanced processing capabilities

compared to its predecessor, the

Yuran Hytec 240.

Featuring increased capacity with a

300 mm wide conveyor belt, the Yuran

Hytec 300 accommodates products

with larger dimensions, enhancing

feeding capacity. Its dual independent

variable-speed motors enable precise

adjustments to cut size and shape

without requiring additional cutting

tools. Quick-removable splined shafts

of the cutting spindles facilitate fast

changeovers, reducing downtime

in production. The machine’s smart

hygienic design ensures easy, thorough,

and safe cleaning, maintaining

sanitation standards.

The Yuran Hytec 300 finds

applications in cutting fresh, crustfrozen,

tempered frozen, and (hot)

cooked meat and poultry products.

It excels in providing efficient and

consistent shredding, making it

ideal for various culinary creations

including barbecue meats, salad and

pizza toppings, sandwiches, and

handheld snacks. The specialised

cutting tools cater to the unique

characteristics of extruded products,

offering familiar cuts and shapes in

alternative meat products.

www.fam-stumabo.com

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Christeyns Food Hygiene wins Gold

Medal for Sustainability

Christeyns Food Hygiene has been awarded the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Medal for

its commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices

E

coVadis is the world’s largest and most trusted

provider of business sustainability ratings,

creating a global network of more than

130,000+ rated companies. It evaluates companies’

sustainability performance across various criteria.

This Gold Medal achievement for Christeyns

Food Hygiene underlines the firm’s dedication to

environmental stewardship, labour practices,

ethical conduct, and sustainable procurement.

As part of the evaluation performance, the business

is meticulously assessed across these categories, with

evaluation of company policies, procedures, and key

performance indicators (KPIs).

This places us in the top 5% worldwide of

companies recognised with this esteemed award.

Warrington-based CFH manufactures premium

hygiene products and along with its partners supplies

solutions for the safe cleaning and disinfection of

food and beverage plants and food retail businesses

across the country. Recognising the critical role

that cleaning and disinfection protocols play in

upholding food safety management systems, the firm

is committed to enhancing clients’ operations whilst

leading the sector in sustainable business practices.

“At Christeyns Food

Hygiene, we have long been

conscious of the impact that

our products and services

have on the environment

and on our customer’s

operations,” states Chris

Bayliss, CFH UK Sales

Director. “This award is

recognition and validation

of the long-term efforts we

have in place to ensure and

support food safety and

hygiene in our customer’s

sites in a sustainable way for

now and the future.”

Christeyns Food Hygiene

is part of the international

hygiene group, Christeyns,

with headquarters in Ghent,

Belgium. The group has

subscribed to the Responsible Care Global Charter

committed to a corporate leadership culture that

safeguards people and the environment, strengthens

chemicals management systems, influences

business partners, promotes safe management of

CLEANING MATTERS

chemicals, engages stakeholders and contributes to

sustainability. The company has also signed up to the

UN Global Compact initiative.

Contact


How Christeyns CONNECT

can bring peace of mind

How it works

By activating the Christeyns CONNECT software

loaded onto approved RealWear smart glasses,

our experts can view what field technicians on-site

are seeing in real time through video and audio

streaming. Meanwhile field technicians receive

instructions displayed in high quality while keeping

their hands free – empowering them to work with

enhanced efficiency and safety.

O

ur ambition to empower our customers goes

beyond providing innovative detergents and

solutions for water and energy savings. This

time, we developed a new remote assistance concept:

Christeyns CONNECT.

This concept is designed to identify and solve issues

quickly thanks to real time collaboration between

our remote experts and on-site personnel using smart

glasses technology. With this solution, our customers

can benefit from increased productivity and reduced

costs associated with rework or travel for experts.

“The introduction of Christeyns CONNECT is more

than a mere step forward, it’s a leap into a new era of

support, where sustainability takes centre stage,” said Peter

Bauwens, Vice President Laundry Technology Europe.

“This tool is a game-changer, offering seamless remote

assistance that not only gets the job done faster but

also saves our customers valuable time and resources.”

No boundaries

Beyond troubleshooting, customers can use

the application for internal training, inter-site

communication and process optimisation, illustrating

its potential to streamline operations and improve

collaboration across organisational boundaries.

Customers can also invite other suppliers to log in

on the Christeyns CONNECT platform, allowing

seamless communication and live video streaming.

“By offering a remote assistance solution, we aim

to empower our customers to improve operational

efficiency and cost-effectiveness, all while steering

towards a more sustainable future,” concludes

Peter Bauwens.

Get connected and contact your Christeyns

representative for more information about our

Christeyns CONNECT subscription model.



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CLASSIFIEDS

Beverages

Printing

Tools

Food Hygiene

We help to make sure

food is safe to eat.

That's our passion.

Ingredients

Contract Drying

Safe food hygiene solutions for your

food company.

www.christeyns.com

Catering Consultancy

Measurement Solutions

Foodservice Consultants

Ingredients

Trade Marks

Halal Foods

MACKLE APPLE

CIDER VINEGAR

Bulk supplies for Food

Manufacturers

BRITISH MADE APPLE CIDER

VINEGAR USING BRITISH APPLES

No sulphur or additives used

with acidity levels to suit your

requirements

Brewed in our own BRC approved

factory

PACKED IN 25 AND 1000 LITRE

CONTAINERS or Full Road Tankers

Buy Direct from manufacturer

Deliver anywhere in the UK

Tel 02887 784345 or email

anthony.conroy@mackleapple.com

Ingredients

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Packaging

Ingredients

Water Filters

Cannabis Tea

Discover our range of cannabis products grown

on certified organic farms

Plastics

Logistics

Balance the Body,

Calm the Mind

Purchase online or find a stockist near you

www.bodyandmindbotanicals.com

Food Packaging Packaging Machinery Packaging

Personalised bespoke

packaging solutions for a

range of speciality food

sectors: Confectionery, Dairy,

Bakery, Delicatessen & Fish

Get in touch 01606 354664

sales@bartecpackaging.co.uk

www.bartecpackaging.co.uk

Machines for Food

Water Treatment

UK MANUFACTURED PACKAGING MACHINERY EXCELLENCE

Turnkey Solutions | Filling, Capping Labelling

Automation | Bespoke, Special Purpose Design

Pharmaceutical | Food & Beverage | Chemical

Aromatherapy | Medical | Diagnostics

Industrial | Ecig | Adhesives

To discover more, please visit

www.capcoder.com • Tel 01865 891466

Uniball Tumbler

Mixer

Ideal for flapjack

mixes and fragile

products

Capacity 225 litres,

316 stainless steel

drum, variable speed

The machines

have been sold

to clients using a

range of different

products as coating

vegetables in oil, mixing medical powders,

Bakery recipes, flapjack mix, mixing different

nut types, marinating meat with sauces,

mixing coffee beans, food ingredients, coating

olives in flavours, flavours on nuts, pasta &

mayo. Sold worldwide to USA, New Zealand,

Hong Kong, Iceland and Europe.

01761 410345 | 01761 410332

sales@machines4food.co.uk

www.machines4food.co.uk


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