Are cold pressed.rapeseed oil and canola oil the same thing?

They are both produced from the rapeseed crop but the two oils are produced in different ways and have very different qualities.

Biscuits are a favourite here at littleseed and so it was no surprise to us to find out that this deliciously sweet and compact snack has a whole day set aside in its honour. National Biscuit Day, which is celebrated on May 29th annually, is a day to appreciate the humble biscuit and all its various types and flavours.

Having such a mild flavour is one of the reasons why cold pressed rapeseed oil is so versatile. It can be used cold for for dipping and drizzling as a dressing. Check out our super easy salad dressing recipe made using littleseed cold pressed rapeseed oil.

Check out our top 5 reasons to make the switch to rapeseed oil.

Traditionally nearly all cake recipes called for butter but now people are actively searching out cake recipes using rapeseed oil. How do we know? Because it’s one of the most popular searches on oue website.

From start to finish our littleseed Extra Virgin Rapeseed Oil is a zero-waste product. We believe when growing and creating our products, every part of the process should be carefully considered to make the most of them.

Here at littleseed, we are all about the little things in the everyday life that make a big difference to the world. It may not seem it, but little things really can add up to make a big impact.

Here at littleseed we believe the little things make a big impact! We wanted to share with you some of the things we do to make a difference and how you can make a difference too.

A key nutrient that babies need during weaning and beyond is omega 3 which is one of the Essential Fatty Acids. They are called essential because your body can’t make them. Omega 3 is a really important nutrient because it can help with both brain and vision development.

Intuitive eating involves learning to listen to our body’s biological hunger needs whilst honouring health, by eating the range of foods needed to consume a nutritionally balanced diet.

Which cooking oil is best for our and our family’s health, which is the best quality, which is the best value? We have enlisted the help of an expert to bust some of the myths around cooking oils.

Sprouts seem to divide the nation, with some loving them and others saying they are a Christmas tradition they would happily ditch – but what makes sprouts so unpopular? Is it just down to overcooking?

Using the great outdoors as a classroom is a fantastic way to inspire young people by mixing fun with learning, a trip to a farm can be an incredibly exciting and motivating experience for children.

When it comes to cutting down on food waste, beetroot is top of the leader board as the leaves, stalks and root can be eaten and its earthy, distinctive flavour and nutritional value have escalated it to the root you can't beat!

Food miles are also of great importance to us – the environmental impact of shipping produce into the UK is huge. That’s why opting for our homegrown rapeseed oil over Mediterranean olive oil helps us tick the box of sustainability.

Always hailed as a superfood, we’re fully on board with Kale because this leafy veggie is so nutrient-dense. With B vitamins that are needed for energy and forming healthy blood cells, it’s also packed with Vitamins C and E which are important antioxidants needed to support the immune system.

Oil presses are simply like large screws which cold press the rapeseed by gently squeezing the oil from the seed. This gentle process retains the majority of the minerals, vitamins, enzymes and trace elements that make littleseed British rapeseed oil the healthier choice for you.

All of us know by now that bees are essential to us humans; they pollinate our fruit and veg crops, they ensure we have food on our table and honey on our toast. In fact, they work tirelessly to make our lives better.