A growing number of natural & organic product companies are looking to shore up their ecological credentials in response to rising consumer expectations.  The Cradle-to-Cradle (C2C) design approach offers a novel way for these companies to integrate sustainability into their business practices. A growing number of natural & organic product companies are looking to shore […]

Soaring oil prices and developments in green chemistry are encouraging chemical companies to switch to plant-based materials, especially feedstock. Many companies have started to promote these ‘green’ ingredients on their environmental credentials, however Organic Monitor believes this development could open up a Pandora’s Box in the beauty industry. Environmental benefits are often cited as a […]

There is growing anticipation of regional and potentially international standards for natural & organic cosmetics, however Organic Monitor finds the industry is becoming increasingly divided in terms of standards and certification. Numerous, and some rival, schemes are gaining popularity in different parts of the world. The Cosmos certification scheme has finally been introduced in Europe. The result of […]

A spike in investment activity is expected in the European organic food industry as market growth rates rise and capital becomes more accessible. Growing industry confidence is leading to a flurry of mergers, acquisitions and investments. Although large companies are mainly investing, small-medium sized firms are also expanding in the improving economic climate. Hain Celestial […]

There is some debate about the future growth of the organic products industry. Is it with brands or retailer private labels? The industry has been built by brands that have crossed over from specialist to mainstream retailers. However, new research shows retailer private labels are showing the highest sales growth in the current environment. O Organics […]