Plant-based

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.

Alternative proteins in Spain: progress, challenges, and opportunities in a growing sector

Our recent report takes an in-depth look at the achievements to date and the challenges ahead for Spain to consolidate its position as the leading hub in southern Europe in the alternative protein sector.

As food prices rocket, the UK government can kick-start supply chains to help farmers benefit from plant-based meat

Although our supermarkets bulge with more choice than ever, this masks an uncomfortable reality – our food system is becoming increasingly volatile.

Report: European alternative protein research has tripled since 2020

New analysis has revealed the rapid growth of Europe’s alternative protein research, with the number of studies published and public funding levels almost tripling over the last five years.