Vegan

Ukraine's defence ministry will provide vegan, halal and kosher military rations to its soldiers to meet their religious, ethical and health requirements. Ukraine's military will provide its soldiers with plant-based MREs (Meals,…
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New analysis by the Food Foundation shows that plant-based meat is better for the planet and mostly healthier, with traditional proteins like beans or tofu the most optimal options. Plant-based burgers, sausages and nuggets are much…
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In our weekly column, we round up the latest news and developments in the alternative protein and sustainable food industry. This week, Future Food Quick Bites covers Chile's vegan ads with Joaquin Phoenix, Maison Landemaine's La Vie…
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Over two dozen US Representatives have urged the Bureau of Prisons to offer more plant-based meat options to inmates in federal prisons. A group of lawmakers in the US are calling for federal prisoners to be provided with more meatless…
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In the Netherlands, discount retailer Lidl has introduced a blended minced meat SKU with pea protein, and reduced the price of its plant-based meat and dairy products. With a new product and pricing strategy, Lidl Netherlands has taken…
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The US Open has joined New York City mayor Eric Adams' challenge to reduce food-related emissions by 25% by 2030, and will now aim to increase its vegan options. Ahead of the 2024 tournament, the US Open has committed to curbing its…
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In our weekly column, we round up the latest news and developments in the alternative protein and sustainable food industry. This week, Future Food Quick Bites covers Lurpak's plant-based butter, Cheetos' limited-edition vegan release, and…
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Californian vegan pet food leader Wild Earth has rolled out its first product for cats, a "nutritionally complete" Unicorn Pate. Wild Earth has entered the cat food sector with Unicorn Pate, a plant-based, nutritionally complete wet…
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British tofu brand The Tofoo Co has been taken over by private equity firm Comitis Capital after sustained growth in a faltering meat-free market. The Tofoo Co has been acquired by German private equity firm Comitis Capital, which has…
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A majority of UK residents would support a tax on companies that make ultra-processed food. With rising costs for the NHS, it's important to note vegan food can be the solution, not the problem. As ultra-processed foods (UPFs) continue…
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Norway is the latest European country to advocate for a plant-forward diet in its national dietary guidelines – but its recommended meat intake is still high, since it doesn't factor in climate impact. In a year when Austria and Germany…
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Following the Planetary Health Diet, which is rich in plant-based food and contains minimal animal proteins, can bring about a major shift in our carbon footprint. Replacing red meat with nuts and legumes as part of a plant-forward diet…
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In our weekly column, we round up the latest news and developments in the alternative protein and sustainable food industry. This week, Future Food Quick Bites covers Chloe Coscarelli's comeback to the restaurant world, vegan hits at UK…
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Building on its impressive foodservice record, Impossible Foods will open its first pop-up restaurant in Chicago, showcasing its plant-based meat products across a range of dishes. Impossible Foods is opening a new pop-up restaurant in…
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Almost three-quarters of scientists around the world either follow mostly meat-free diets or are willing to go vegan/vegetarian out of concern for the climate, a new survey has found. Nearly all global scientists (96%) believe climate…
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Californian startup Plonts has emerged from stealth with a $12M funding round, launching its fermented soy milk cheese at restaurants in New York City and San Francisco. Cheese is not a dairy product; it is a microbial product – and…
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In our weekly column, we round up the latest news and developments in the alternative protein and sustainable food industry. This week, Future Food Quick Bites covers Mr. Charlie's new vegan cheeseburger, Califia Farms' acquisition of…
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Hong Kong épée fencer Vivian Kong Man Wai won gold at the Olympics and took home HK$6M ($770,000), the highest prize money at Paris 2024. A lot has been made about the focus on vegan and vegetarian food at Paris 2024, as the Olympics…
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Paris 2024 was touted to be the most sustainable ever, with a majority of food being meatless – now, the Olympics has reneged on this promise. It's a major failure. For months, one of the dominating themes about the 2024 Olympics has…
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Retail sales of plant-based meat products in the US have continued to slow, dropping by 19% from last year – but industry experts have remained positive over this period. Americans spent 18.6% less on chilled plant-based meat in…
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US whole-cut meat analogues maker Chunk Foods has debuted The Prince, an iteration of its new Slab steaks, in partnership with New York City deli Pastrami Queen. The site of Anthony Bourdain's favourite pastrami sandwich now has a…
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