Spain

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.

First master’s programme marks major step forward for the alternative protein field

The launch of the world’s first master’s programme dedicated to alternative proteins marks another significant step in the development of protein diversification as an academic field.

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.

Galicia invests up to €9.5 million in public-private partnership to advance plant-based infrastructure

Galicia takes a decisive step toward sustainable food production, positioning itself as a key player in plant-based protein manufacturing through a strategic alliance between the public and private sectors.

Report: More than a quarter of all European alternative protein research was published last year

A first-of-its-kind analysis has revealed the rapid growth of European alternative protein research – with more than a quarter of all studies published last year amid record funding.  

Plant-based goes mainstream as European retail sales grow 

New analysis shows that sales of plant-based foods in six key European countries grew by 5.5% to €5.4 billion last year.

European investment figures point to an evolving alternative protein sector

Survey finds European consumers want freedom to choose cultivated meat

Surveys in 15 European countries find people believe food safety regulators should have the final say, despite moves to ban it in countries like Italy. 

New report: Alternative proteins hold key to Europe’s self-sufficiency

New report finds shift towards plant-based, cultivated and fermentation-made food could enable 21% of farmland across 10 European countries to be used to expand regenerative agriculture, restore nature and boost domestic food production.