Welcome to the FI Newscast! Each week, we note the latest industry trends and consumer insights, with guest appearances by the foremost industry experts. This week’s guest was Ben Page, CEO of Ipsos – a …
A growing number of vegan dating apps are putting a social spin on the plant-based movement. But how relevant are these meatless match-making services to the food industry at large?
This industry review looks back on the major sales figures and trends that shaped the state of plant-based over the past year.
As pandemic demand for meal subscription services dwindles, the industry continues to evolve — for better or worse. Could plant-based varieties boost overall market growth in the year ahead?
Moolec Science is infusing crops with animal genes to create a unique meat alternative, in a process it calls molecular farming. Now, it’s looking to partner with major players in the plant-based category.
The founder of That’s it, a functional snack brand, feels that there’s a significant runway within the plant-based category, especially for healthier-for-you snacks.
Though experts still are split on whether the U.S. Federal Reserve’s inflation-fighting moves will plunge the economy into a recession, consumers apparently aren’t waiting for the official figures, already trimming their grocery bills and choice …
Experts say restaurants and food manufacturers can capitalize on the “Veganuary” movement even without making significant investments.
Innovation continues to play a critical role in plant-based product advancement, but significant challenges remain in the year ahead.
Food-tech startup Black Sheep Foods is hoping to reignite interest in plant-based meat with its lamb alternative.
What will 2023 hold for plant-based? The Food Institute spoke with several industry analysts to explore what’s in store for the year ahead.
Lunch meats were a star player at retail throughout the pandemic and that trend is retaining its momentum. But can this boon boost demand for plant-based deli cuts?
Amidst the booming cultured dairy market, major food manufacturers are taking plant-based cream cheese to the next level.
This week’s FI news podcast touches on the latest innovative plant-based product, along with the recent rise in-store bakery products.
Plant-based products continue to proliferate across the industry despite significant barriers to adoption, including taste and affordability.
When it comes to plant-based deli meats, Prime Roots believes in developing products that meat-eaters will love.
The Plant-Based Foods pavilion at the recent Private Label Trade Show hosted numerous exhibitors offering plant-based products to address consumer concerns about health, the environment, and animal welfare.
As an expanding number of startups pursue the commercialization of cultivated meat, a select few are targeting the hybrid approach — blending small quantities of lab-grown cells into primarily plant-based products. While affordable, 100% cultivated …
Beyond Meat reported third quarter earnings on Wednesday afternoon, and they were disastrous. Revenue declined 22.5% year-over-year … and that wasn’t even the worst news.
Demand for plant-based condiments is spreading in the U.S., and The Kraft Heinz Not Company is zeroing in on plant-based mayo. In late October, Kraft Heinz and NotCo unveiled their first collaborative offerings — plant-based cheese …
In 2020, Americans consumed almost $5 billion worth of seafood, and shrimp was one of the top-performing categories at $435 million. Enter New Wave Foods, a company producing plant-based shrimp and attempting to disrupt the …
Despite industry-wide challenges, both dairy and meat plant-based alternatives are forecast to grow through 2024, driven almost entirely by Millennials and Gen Zers. According to a recent report by The NPD Group, these plant-based consumers …
The projected size of the plant-based egg market continues to rise. Here are a few noteworthy advancements across this emerging segment.
Jennifer Pricco Braasch is a managing director with City National Bank’s Food & Beverage Group. Based in Milwaukee, she supports industry executives with creative financing solutions and industry intelligence. The Food Institute recently asked her …
CHICAGO – TiNDLE, plant-based chicken from Next Gen Foods that was started in Singapore in 2020, recently announced its U.S. headquarters in Chicago and hosted an open house for its new R&D and Innovation Center. …
As a variety of factors aggravate the downward trajectory of alternative meat sales at retail, refrigerated varieties continue to fuel the category’s deceleration.
This article is written and sponsored by Kerry. Amanda McNeely, Kerry’s marketing expert for food protection and preservation, talks about Kerry ingredient solutions that boost food safety and reduce waste, and her views on the outlook …
Culinary creativity was booming at the Plant-Based World Expo on September 8 in New York City. In this Q&A, Ben Davis, VP of Content at Plant Based World unpacks expo trends and key developments across the plant-based industry.
The Food Institute recaps the Plant-Based World Expo North America 2022 on September 8. Featuring: the latest trends, new innovations, insight into buyer’s interests, and the increasing popularity of the plant-based industry. Produced By: Susan …
At the 2022 Plant Based World Expo in New York City recently, The Food Institute got the latest scoop on all the newest products. Check out our interview with Plant Based Food Association CEO Rachel …
When it comes to plant-based foods, the sky’s the limit. But with all the products out there, how can we tell what stands out above the rest? Check out this clip of the Food Institute’s interview with …
These days, members of Gen Z are flocking to quick-service restaurants. In the 12 months ending July 2022, Gen Z consumers made 5 billion total restaurant visits, and 4.3 billion of those visits were to …
The $7.44 trillion U.S food industry is investing in ecommerce, robotics, and technology like never before. Here are three noteworthy trends for food producers and grocery retailers to prioritize in the year ahead.
In a recent LinkedIn option poll, The Food Institute asked members to indicate their biggest current concerns regarding the plant-based category.
In 2018, Michael Pan rolled up his sleeves, cashed out his 401(k), and took on several loans to start Pan’s Mushroom Jerky. Just 2 years and one Shark Tank appearance later, the product finished 2020 …
