Plant-based

Where does plant-based meat fit in the ultra-processed foods narrative?

Why more nuance is needed to help drive meaningful change towards a healthier, more sustainable food system.

Independent scientific report from Germany’s WBAE calls for de-polarisation and national leadership around protein diversification

UK food strategy recognises alternative proteins as driver for growth

The UK government’s new outline for the upcoming food strategy has highlighted that alternative proteins can deliver economic growth.

Strategy for European Life Sciences €350 million funding opportunities set to boost EU food innovation

The EU’s Strategy for European Life Sciences has outlined funding opportunities worth €350 million and plans to scale up fermentation technologies that could unlock the potential of Europe’s food innovators.

Affordable products driving plant-based retail sales growth

Double-digit growth of more affordable own-brand products has driven an increase in plant-based retail sales across four European countries.

Horizon Europe once again offers exciting opportunities for alternative protein researchers

The latest Horizon Europe deadlines are fast approaching, with plenty to offer the region’s food innovators. Dr Stella Child dives into the calls to unpack the opportunities for alternative protein researchers.

Alternative proteins return to centre stage at IFFA – the world’s largest meat industry trade fair

The world’s largest conventional meat fair provided valuable insights into how alternative proteins are edging closer to the mainstream.

Research: Four in 10 German and UK adults plan to eat more plant-based food

New research has found that 38% of German and UK adults intend to change their diets by eating more plant-based foods.

European alternative protein 2024 investment figures mark return to growth but show need for better funding options

The latest investment figures show European privately held companies developing plant-based foods, cultivated meat, and fermentation raised nearly $509 million (€470 million) in 2024 – a 23% increase from the previous year.

FP10 research programme: How Horizon Europe’s successor can unlock food innovation

Policymakers planning to shape the future of European research through FP10 – the successor to the EU’s flagship Horizon Europe programme – have a golden opportunity to capitalise on the expertise being developed by a growing network of food innovators.