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From Soil to Soul: The Aftermovie
On the 11th of November 2025 we launched Ample Kitchen in the wonderful Roof Gardens in central London. The perfect setting for our Soil to Soul event. We gathered an amazing crowd of real change-makers from the world of sustainable, just, regenerative and ethically grown and produced food. Food is the conduit to regenerate our soils and our souls as both are inherently connected and we need both in order to tackle the current food crisis. The recent Eat Lancet report show
katya239
3 days ago2 min read


A Little More Action Please
Yesterday we saw over 80 guests from all four corners of the food industry join us for a call to action at the Roof Gardens. We called to solve the food crisis that is having huge effects on both planetary and human health. We heard from Ample's Leon Aarts about the importance of working together to solve injustices, from EAT Lancet Commission's Gunhild Stordalen on the reasons behind why everyone should have a PHD (planetary health diet), and from Real Zero's Professor Hugh
katya239
Nov 122 min read


Closing the Loop: Ample Innovation Pilots Reusable Distribution with OAK-RA
The challenge of packaging waste is one that demands innovation, especially in urban logistics and public service supply chains. At Ample Innovation, we believe that true progress isn't just about what you deliver, but how you deliver it. That's why we are thrilled to announce a strategic partnership and pilot program with OAK-RA , a pioneer in reusable, smart container solutions, to transform our UK distribution model. This partnership is a significant step forward in cement

Andrew Steel
Nov 32 min read


The Real Horror Story: Tackling Britain's £20 Billion Food Waste Crisis, One Pumpkin at a Time
Halloween is a time for costumes and candy, but for those of us working towards a sustainable food system, the end of October brings a genuine scare: the massive volume of food waste generated in the UK. Every day, a shocking 26,000 tonnes of perfectly good food goes to waste across the UK 1 . This translates to an annual cost that exceeds $£20$ billion . This colossal loss of resources fuels greenhouse gas emissions and leaves British farmers with up to 25% of their crops u

Andrew Steel
Nov 33 min read


We're Taking Action to Solve the Food Crisis on 11th November '25
We are thrilled to announce that we are organizing an exclusive, invite-only event on the 11th of November in Central London: "From Soil to Soul: Taking Action to Solve the Food Crisis" With a room full of like-minded creative individuals who are passionate about addressing urgent issues and creating innovative solutions surrounding our food systems, we aim to spark big change in the industry. We know that our climate, planet and health are under threat. We have soil degradat
katya239
Oct 311 min read


Ample Kitchen's Systemic Food Economy Reform Model
Ample Kitchen's unique, pro-social model is designed to contribute to systemic change in the food economy by addressing issues of waste, equity, nutrition, and environmental impact on a massive scale, extending well beyond its primary B2B sales channel (Ample Marketplace). The overall purpose of Ample is to change the failing food system by striking a balance between commercial and social outcomes, aiming to make profit work for people and the planet. Ample seeks to build a n

Andrew Steel
Oct 313 min read


A New Era for British Farming: How a Carbon Tax Could Tip the Scales
The UK's food landscape may be on the cusp of a significant transformation. As the nation grapples with the dual pressures of economic...

Andrew Steel
Oct 71 min read


A Call to Action: Stepping Up Our Game for the Great Food Transformation
The Ample team returned from the Stockholm Food Summit , where the 2025 EAT-Lancet report was presented, and the energy is infectious....

Andrew Steel
Oct 73 min read


Changing the Menu for a Net Zero NHS
What an inspiring day with the NHS Chef Mentoring Programme ! I had the pleasure of attending the final day to present about Ample and...

Andrew Steel
Oct 21 min read


Welcoming Kate Fortescue, Our New Head of Food Development
We are delighted to share some brilliant news: Kate Fortescue has joined the Ample team as our new Head of Food Development ! Kate...

Andrew Steel
Sep 302 min read


Ample Innovation: Transforming Farm Surplus into a Healthier Future for Food for Life
The quest for a truly resilient and healthy food system in the UK is a challenging one, balancing sustainability, affordability, and...

Andrew Steel
Sep 223 min read


The Ample Kitchen: A Prescription for a Healthier NHS and a Healthier You
In the ongoing conversation about the future of the NHS, one crucial element is often overlooked: the power of nutrition. At Ample, we...

Andrew Steel
Sep 153 min read


The High Cost of Our Diet: A Recipe for Extinction?
Our food system, the very foundation of human life, is a significant contributor to the global biodiversity crisis. The Food Foundation's...

Andrew Steel
Sep 82 min read


Partnering with Ample for a Sustainable Future
Ample, in partnership with Oakland International, has a unique opportunity to lead the food industry's journey toward a sustainable, net...

Andrew Steel
Sep 23 min read


The Ample Kitchen Project: A Recipe for Change
The UK is facing a food crisis, with 26,000 tonnes of good food wasted daily, costing over £20 billion annually and contributing to 6% of...

Andrew Steel
Sep 22 min read


Why does the National Food Strategy matter?
Leon Aarts speaks about why and how we all have a role to play Surely the start of every good food system should start with the principle...
Leon Aarts
Aug 51 min read


Spalding - at the Heart of the Fens
Last week we were privileged to visit Ample growers and partners around Spalding in Lincolnshire. Known as the Heart of the Fens,...
Steve Thomas
Aug 52 min read


Ample is a social business with a commercial attitude
At Ample we strike a balance of financial profit with our social mission to eliminate food waste. This approach unlocks superior...

Andrew Steel
Aug 52 min read


Make green beans taste even fresher!
Not only do they taste delicious, green beans are packed with fibre, low in calories and contain no cholesterol. They also provide...
leon6319
Aug 41 min read


Plentiful
Emergency! Help save 14000 Cauliflowers in danger of going to waste. The Ample PLENTIFUL appeal, in conjunction with Social Supermarket...
Leon Aarts
May 212 min read
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