All meat buyers are driven by taste, yet taste is a less important driver for the plant-based consumer, as fish is purchased for health and convenience reasons.
July 22, 2019
Chicken purchasers cite more positive attributes than purchasers of beef, pork, fish and plant-based meat proteins, according to new research presented by the National Chicken Council (NCC), Washington, D.C.
With the rise of plant-based diets and plant-based food offerings, more Americans are finding this as a flexible way to add more plants to their diet without the restriction of veganism.
July 22, 2019
Linkage Research & Consulting, Chicago, released a report that outlines the differences and similarities between the vegan and plant-based consumer.
Blue Diamond, Sacramento, Calif., expanded its Almond Breeze product line to include Almond Breeze Almondmilk Horchata, a dairy-free take on a Latin American favorite.
Plant-based food is where the growth opportunity is for retailers.
July 17, 2019
The Good Food Institute (GFI), Washington, D.C., and the Plant Based Foods Association, San Francisco, commissioned this data from SPINS, Chicago, to use SPINS’ “plant-based positioned” product attribute and then drill down into the data for plant-based foods that directly replace animal products (e.g., meat, seafood, eggs, and dairy) as well as meals that contain animal ingredient replacements.
The study finds that milk, meat and dairy alternatives are growing swiftly, while meat is growing slowly and milk is in decline.
July 17, 2019
New research from The Hartman Group, Bellevue, Wash., uncovered that almost all consumers — whether they purchase plant-based foods or not — have some level of distrust in meat and dairy companies/producers.
The study reveals over half (52%) of Americans are currently trying to incorporate more plant-based meals into their daily lives.
July 10, 2019
A study conducted by OnePoll, UK, in conjunction with So Delicious Dairy Free, found that nearly three in five (59%) eat plant-based meals at least once a day.
The partnership combines NUGGS textured pea protein technology and research and development process with McCain’s production and commercial expertise to accelerate the brand’s growth and deliver market scale.
July 9, 2019
McCain Foods, Canada, announced a strategic partnership with NUGGS, a New York City-based developer of plant-based chicken nugget alternative.
The vibrant colors, airy white space and clean design of the new brand identity are intended to convey the premium quality of Farmhouse Culture’s fresh, fully organic offerings.
July 8, 2019
Farmhouse Culture, Watsonville, Calif., unveiled a new brand identity that represents the clean ingredients, freshness and flavor of its Kraut, Gut Shot probiotic drinks and Kraut Krisps kraut-based snacks.