A press release sent to us from Upfield last week explained that Flora Buttery will no longer be vegan, with the reason cited being that a significant number of consumers missed the familiar taste of buttermilk in Flora Buttery. In the meantime, vegans in the UK have reacted angrily and are petitioning against the move.
Palm Oil-Free Spread by Dutch Brand The Flower Farm Launches at Sainsbury’s
Netherlands-based The Flower Farm has launched at Sainsbury’s, marking the first major UK supermarket listing for the brand’s vegan and palm oil-free spread. The spread is made with shea butter, which has similar properties to palm oil but does not contribute to deforestation. The other ingredients include sunflower oil, lemon juice, carrot juice, and sea salt. The Flower Farm estimates that it has already saved 726,000 kilos of palm oil and over 1.85 million square metres of palm oil plantation. 17.6 million products have been sold to date. Previously, the spread launched at Booths, a supermarket chain in the north of England. In the Netherlands, the product is widely available at major retailers, including Albert Heijn. “We are delighted to have Sainsbury’s endorsement as we …
