Plant-based

Germany’s High-Tech Agenda: innovation hub for alternative proteins could support economic growth 

An international network linking Nordic researchers seeks to provide collaborative opportunities often missing in alternative protein science.

Breaking down the boundaries: Meet the researchers working on a cross-border project to build Nordic alternative protein momentum 

An international network linking Nordic researchers seeks to provide collaborative opportunities often missing in alternative protein science.

Plant-based mince and meatballs 33% cheaper than meat versions at UK’s largest retailer amid rising meat prices

The cost of making plant-based spaghetti bolognese and meatballs is now on average 33% cheaper at the UK's biggest supermarket than making the same dishes with beef, lamb and pork mince.

Research: Swapping processed with plant-based meat boosts fibre across whole diet by up to 7%

The first study of its kind has found that swapping processed meat with popular plant-based options leads to meaningful dietary improvements.

‘Burger’ and ‘sausage’ are saved – but EU’s misguided decision bans the word ‘meat’ and 31 everyday terms for plant-based food

‘Burger’ and ‘sausage’ can still be used to describe plant-based meat products – but dozens of other everyday terms are to be banned under unnecessary restrictions that will confuse consumers, hurt the EU economy and jeopardise European resilience.

Oxford Real Farming Conference: building a broad tent to address the harms of factory farming

Meet the 2026 GFI research grantees shaping the future of alternative proteins in Europe

Discover the latest research projects selected for the GFI Research Grant Program, driving alternative protein innovation in Europe.

Meet the researcher: Using precision fermentation to unlock next-generation foods with Maija Greis

A background in food science convinced Dr Maija Greis that precision fermentation was crucial to finding the missing ingredient in developing animal-free foods with the authentic taste and texture of conventional meat and dairy. 

The base is strong, now it’s time to grow: how 2025 set the stage for the next phase of Europe’s protein transition

In the world at large and for alternative proteins, 2025 has been a year of turbulence. Beneath the surface, however, the European alternative protein ecosystem has continued to mature.

COP30: Europe can’t afford to delay building a sustainable food system

Spain demonstrates the cost of climate inaction – and the urgent need for Europe to invest in protein diversification.