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Sales of our newly paper-packaged pastas are buoyant and we wanted to share a little about why we chose this pasta. Our authentic Italian organic wheat pasta is now packaged in biodegradable and recyclable paper sourced from sustainably managed forests. It’s 100% plastic-free and printed with water-based ink and heat-sealing lacquers without the use of […]
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As we outline our sustainability plan, we’re always exploring ways to reduce our impact on the planet. Our ALTER/NATIVE by Suma packaging is currently made from post-consumer recycled plastic but we felt we could and should do more. Product Developer Mel has been busy researching alternative packaging solutions for our liquid products for months. After […]
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The Oxford Real Farming Conference (ORFC) was established 15 years ago as an alternative to the Oxford Farming Conference, which takes place at the same time in the university city. The ORFC brings together people who want to transform our food and farming system, with sessions that cover a wide range of subjects, including agroecology, […]
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Your guide to embracing a plant-based lifestyle for Veganuary and beyond. Hey there, fellow Veganuary adventurer! So, you’ve decided to embark on the exciting journey of Veganuary; a month-long challenge where you’ll ditch animal products and embrace a plant-based lifestyle. Well, buckle up, because you’re in for an exciting and delicious experience! The Veganuary challenge […]
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Mehr Fardoonji is 92 years old, owns Oakcroft Organic Market Gardens and runs a food group in Malpas, Cheshire, unloading and delivering the food herself. She opened an account with Suma in January 1980. 11 years before I, dear reader, was born! I went to visit Mehr. She told me about her extraordinary life as […]
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In case you missed it, we launched a couple of fab new plastic-free products last month. Round soap tins Joining our single and double soap tins, we now have a round version (DY153) designed to fit any ALTER/NATIVE round glycerine soap bar. They are a great way to keep skincare bars safe and dry, both […]
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