Where does plant-based meat fit in the ultra-processed foods narrative?
Amy WilliamsWhy more nuance is needed to help drive meaningful change towards a healthier, more sustainable food system.
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Feedback to the European Comission’s call for evidence on the EU Biotech Act
This position paper explores GFI Europe’s recommendations for the EU biotechnology and biomanufacturing sector and the EU Biotech Act, which presents a critical opportunity to set a clear policy framework for food biotechnology.
Italy’s plant-based retail market grew by 7.6% in 2024, with cheese and meat leading the charge
Italy’s plant-based retail market continues its upward trend, growing by 7.6% last year, according to data from Circana analysed by nonprofit and think tank the Good Food Institute Europe.
Spain’s plant-based market reaches €491 million, but price remains a barrier in some categories
Spain’s plant-based retail market continues its upward trajectory. According to the latest report from the Good Food Institute Europe, based on data from Circana and NIQ, the sector reached a value of €491 million in 2024, spanning four key categories: plant-based meat, milk and drinks, cheese, and yoghurt.
French plant-based retail sales up 20.5% over two years
Nonprofit and think tank the Good Food Institute Europe today released a new analysis on the retail sales of plant-based foods in France between 2022 and 2024, based on Circana data.
The state of plant-based in the Netherlands: retail sales decline despite consumer openness and foodservice growth
The latest data paint a mixed picture for the Dutch plant-based market, despite ambitious targets from the government and industry. We dive into what’s driving the trends and how the sector can unlock future growth.
Affordable products driving plant-based retail sales growth
Conrad AstleyDouble-digit growth of more affordable own-brand products has driven an increase in plant-based retail sales across four European countries.
Les ventes au détail d’alternatives végétales ont augmenté de 20,5% en deux ans en France
L’organisation à but non lucratif et groupe de réflexion Good Food Institute Europe publie aujourd’hui une nouvelle analyse des ventes au détail d’alternatives végétales en France entre 2022 et 2024, basée sur les données de Circana. This study highlights significant growth in the market, marked by an increase in sales volume and growing consumer interest, particularly against a backdrop of slowing food inflation.
Plant-based figures point to taste and quality as key drivers for UK consumers
Taste could be emerging as a growing sales driver for plant-based shoppers in the UK, according to the latest GFI Europe report on plant-based retail sales and separate research on consumer habits.
De stand van plantaardig eten in Nederland: retailverkoop gedaald ondanks toenemende belangstelling en sterke groei in horeca en catering sector
De jongste cijfers schetsen een gemengd beeld van de plantaardige markt in Nederland, ondanks de ambitieuze doelstellingen van de overheid en sector. We onderzoeken hier hoe dat komt en wat er nodig is om de sector weer te laten groeien.