Organic v non-organic

A new study published in the British Journal of Nutrition shows organic milk and meat contain around 50% more beneficial omega-3 fatty acids than conventionally produced products. We welcome this report as it confirms what we at Calon Wen have always maintained about the health benefits of organic produce and in particular the role of  omega-3 fatty acids – as part of a balanced diet – in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.

The study led by Newcastle University and an international team of experts is the largest systematic review of its kind.

You can read the full report here

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Dai and Margaret’s visit to 10 Downing Street

As is now the tradition, the Prime Minister, David Cameron, hosted an event celebrating all things Welsh at 10 Downing Street on March 1st. Among the guests were Calon Wen’s very own Dai Miles and Margaret Oakley.  “It was really quite a treat” said Margaret.  “No 10 is amazing, as you would expect.  Guests were

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Hiring – Looking for a Business Manager

Calon Wen – Wales’s leading supplier of Organic Dairy Products is looking for a BUSINESS MANAGER Experienced in sales administration ,stock control, van sales and distribution. Duties will include managing a small team reporting directly to the managing director. Based at our office in Narberth Salary negotiable ,ability to speak welsh desirable Exciting opportunity to join

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Iodine Levels in Organic Milk

Organic milk is brimming with scientifically proven health and environmental benefits. Organic whole and semi-skimmed milk has more beneficial omega-3 fatty acid, Vitamin E and beta-carotene than non-organic milk and that it contains 68% higher levels of the essential fatty acid than non-organic milk. Switching from organic milk risks losing all these substantial health benefits.

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