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A long-term committed ethical vegan and Green Queen's resident plant-based reporter, Amy juggles raising a family and maintaining her editorial career, while also campaigning for increased mental health awareness in the professional world. Known for her love of searing honesty, in addition to recipe developing, animal welfare and (often lacklustre) attempts at handicrafts, she’s hands-on and guided by her veganism in all aspects of life. She’s also extremely proud to be raising a next-generation vegan baby.

Alt Protein

The Business Of Fat: Meet The 5 Global Startups Working To Replace Animal Derived Fat

Amy Buxton Nov 28, 2022

The search of animal fat alternatives is taking off. Demand for flavourful cultivated meats, realistic plant-based options, and palm oil-free products is increasing, and in parallel, a variety of fats are being developed to cover a…
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Climate Change

6 Female Scientists Making the World More Sustainable

Amy Buxton Nov 10, 2022

Scientific research might be considered a male-dominated arena, but it's time to recognise that there are plenty of female pioneers to celebrate. Strong women who identified a niche or subject that was ripe for further exploration have led…
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Animal Rights

The 7 Best Vegan Books To Ease Into Eating Less Meat

Amy Buxton Nov 9, 2022

There's no getting away from the fact that documentaries are great resources. They can provide a lot of information quickly and with minimal effort. They can also be harrowing, detailing animal cruelty and the industry's impact on the…
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Alt Protein

5 Reasons Besides Its Delicious Vegan Chicken That Will Make You Fall In Love With Atlas Monroe

Amy Buxton Nov 4, 2022

Atlas Monroe is a California-based startup that focuses on delivering succulent plant-based meats with comfort food flavours. Known for its vegan fried chicken, the company was propelled to fame, following founder Deborah Torres’…
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Vegan

What Is Vegan Cheese? Everything to Know And 10 Brands You Need to Try

Amy Buxton Oct 10, 2022

Vegan cheese has become something of a scapegoat—often cited as the reason people won't go plant-based. But is it really bad? A lot has changed in the dairy-free cheese world in recent years, and now, food tech companies are creating…
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Alt Protein

Want To Invest Like Bill Gates? These Are The Alternative Protein Companies He Has A Stake In

Amy Buxton Oct 4, 2022

Bill Gates is a repeat investor in the alternative protein sector. He has cited the industry as crucial to helping solve the climate crisis, with alternatives to animal agriculture heralded as essential developments. Not one to just talk…
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Alt Protein

5 Reasons Why India’s Evolving Smart Vegan Protein Sector Makes It a Country To Watch

Amy Buxton Sep 19, 2022

India’s love affair with dairy is well documented. As a country, it has the largest dairy herd in the world and milk production accounts for 5 percent of the national economy. Local cuisines frequently feature dairy, as well as eggs and…
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Alt Protein

Vegan Mum Must-Haves: 5 Alternative Meat Products I Always Have In My Fridge

Amy Buxton Aug 17, 2022

In an ideal world, we would all be eating a whole foods plant-based diet with no processed products. That same world would probably see toddlers going to bed with little to no fuss and clean plates every mealtime. The reality is, that, as…
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Food & Nutrition

Can Microalgae Oil Replace Unsustainable Palm Oil?

Amy Buxton Aug 15, 2022

In a bid to replace palm oil, scientists at the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore are looking underwater. A research team claims that oil extracted from specific strains of microalgae coil offer a viable…
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Alt Protein

13 Things You Need To Know About The Global Alt Protein Industry

Amy Buxton Aug 9, 2022

The global alt protein industry is changing every day. Here's what you need to know. In its annual 'State of the Industry 2021' report, The Good Food Institute (GFI) dived deep into the alternative protein landscape. Across the…
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Alt Protein

Who Will Asia’s Biggest Cultivated Seafood Players Be?

Amy Buxton Aug 6, 2022

Cultivated seafood is shaping up to be a serious niche within the cell-based protein sector. This is especially true in Asia, where demand for seafood remains high. In fact, more seafood is consumed per capita in the region than anywhere…
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Alt Protein

Soy Protein Vs Soy Protein Isolate: What’s The Difference And How Are They Used?

Amy Buxton Aug 5, 2022

Soy can be a contentious ingredient. As an allergen, it isn’t suitable for everybody, however, as a source of plant protein, it is a valuable addition to the diets of those who can tolerate it. Confusion can arise when discussing soy…
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Alt Protein

5 Cultivated Meat Companies Pushing For U.S. Launch in 2022

Amy Buxton Jul 16, 2022

A number of companies are further along in the development process for cultivated meat than ever before. These innovators are leading the charge to gain U.S. regulatory approvals. Singapore is currently the only country to have granted…
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Alt Materials

AlgiKnit Closes $13 Million Series A For Kelp-Based Fashion Revolution

Amy Buxton Jun 29, 2022

New York sustainable materials startup AlgiKnit has closed a $13 million Series A funding round, led by Collaborative Fund. Other participants include H&M CO:LAB, Starlight Ventures, Third Nature Ventures, and existing backers Horizons…
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Cell-Based News

Jellatech Reaches Major Milestone By Confirming Cell-Based Collagen Success

Amy Buxton Jun 28, 2022

Headquartered in North Carolina, biotech startup Jellatech has announced the successful production of cell-based collagen. The company, founded two years ago, claims to have created full-length, triple-helical collagen that functions…
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Alt Protein

Current Foods Nets $18 Million For Vegan Smoked Salmon Retail Push

Amy Buxton Jun 27, 2022

San Francisco’s Current Foods, formerly Kuleana, has closed an $18 million seed funding round as global appetite for plant-based seafood continues to grow. Investors included GreatPoint Ventures, Union Grove Venture Partners, Astanor…
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Alt Protein

South Africa Declares War On ‘Meaty’ Plant-Based Food Labelling

Amy Buxton Jun 27, 2022

The South African Department of Agriculture, Land reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) has imposed stringent labelling rules on plant-based foods. With immediate effect, all references to ‘meaty’ terms must be removed from product…
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Alt Protein

British Meat-Eaters ‘Pleasantly Surprised’ By Vegan Alternatives To Animal-Based Dishes

Amy Buxton Jun 27, 2022

British brand The No Meat Company has conducted a survey of 2,000 U.K. adults to gauge attitudes around plant-based meat. The key takeaway was that 46 percent of the participants had previously harboured disinterest in ‘different’ foods,…
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Alt Protein

Japan Makes Move To Assess The Safety Of Cultivated Meat

Amy Buxton Jun 24, 2022

The Japanese government has announced that it is pulling together a team of experts to analyse the safety of cultivated meat. The move is seen as a precursor to implementing a regulatory framework for future commercial product approvals. …
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China

ProVeg Granted Permission To Establish A Representative Office In China

Amy Buxton Jun 24, 2022

ProVeg has become the first non-governmental organisation engaged in the promotion of alternative proteins to be given approval for a permanent presence in China. The NGO will now open an office in Shanghai, to work with country officials…
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Food & Nutrition

Chinova Bioworks Bags $6 Million For Mushroom-Based Clean Label Preservatives

Amy Buxton Jun 24, 2022

Canadian ingredients startup Chinova Bioworks has closed a $6 million Series A funding round. DSM Venturing and Rhapsody Venture Partners co-led the raise, with participation from Rich Products Ventures. The investment will support team…
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