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Mr Charlie’s: Mike Tyson, Ric Flair Invest in ‘Vegan McDonald’s’ to Fuel Expansion
Los Angeles-based vegan fast food chain Mr Charlie's has secured an investment from Carma HoldCo, parent company of sports legends Mike Tyson and Ric Flair's brands.
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Chunk Foods Brings Whole-Cut Steak to US Supermarkets
US food tech startup Chunk Foods is rolling out its whole-cut vegan steak products at independent retailers, before a wider launch in 2025.
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In Europe, Sales of Plant-Based Meat & Dairy Grew by 6% – But Price Parity Holds the Key
Despite the industry's headwinds, retail sales of plant-based food in six major European markets increased by 5.5%, and lower prices can help bring a windfall for companies in this space.
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MeliBio Bags Pre-Series A Investment to Expand Bee-Free Mellody Honey
Californian food tech startup MeliBio has secured a "strategic investment" as part of a pre-Series A round to accelerate the growth of its vegan honey.
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Health is ‘Main Reason’ Americans Eat Plant-Based Meat Now – Cheaper, Tastier Products Are Key for Growth
Americans are attracted to meat analogues mainly for their health benefits, but to overcome the sales slump, plant-based companies must offer better-tasting and cheaper products.
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Future Food Quick Bites: Vegan Holiday Meals, Cultivated Leather & Cheap Alt-Milk
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 a new oat milk dessert brand, Next Level Burger's holiday feast, and!-->…
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The Newest Plant-Based Milk is Made from Watermelon Seeds
Força Foods, a California-based startup, is making watermelon seed milk to combat the water footprint of traditional dairy alternatives. It's among a host of new-age alt-milks keeping consumers invested in the category.
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Lidl Becomes First UK Retailer to Set ‘Protein Split’ Targets, Committing to Sell More Plant-Based Meat & Dairy
With a new plant-based private label, Lidl GB has announced that it will make a quarter of its meat and fish sales vegan by 2030, whilst also doubling the current share of non-dairy alternatives.
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Indian Plant-Based Meat Products Are Nutritionally On Par With Animal Proteins – And Sometimes Even Better
Plant-based meat and egg alternatives in India meet the government's standards for 'high-protein' products, a new analysis has shown.
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WWF Develops Tool to Help Retailers Meet Planetary Goals By Ramping Up Plant-Based Food Sales
The World Wildlife Fund has launched a tool for supermarkets to align their sales with their climate goals, urging them to sell more plant-based food than animal protein.
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Duckweed, Sea Moss & Eco-Friendly Booze Among Whole Foods Market’s Top Trends for 2025
Whole Foods Market has published its annual list of food trends for the upcoming year, highlighting 'plant-based aquatic ingredients' as a key category to watch.
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UK Hospitals Urged to Follow NYC’s Lead & Make Vegan Food the Norm By 1,200+ Health Experts
A score of health experts and climate activists are calling on the UK's public health service to make plant-based food the default option in hospitals.
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Future Food Quick Bites: Cultivated Chicken Tasting, Oat Milk Liqueur & Alt-Protein Awards
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 Vital Meat's cultivated chicken tasting in Singapore, Oatly's new!-->…
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Plantega’s Nil Zacharias: ‘I See Our Sandwiches Becoming A National Phenomenon’
Nil Zacharias, founder and CEO of Plantega, talks bodegas, BECs, New York City, plant-based struggles, and plans to expand across the US.
The first thing I did when I got to New York City was order a burrito.
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Plant-Based May Cause: Trade Body Launches First Vegan Industry Ad Campaign
Some of America's leading vegan food companies are part of a first-of-its-kind marketing campaign for the plant-based industry.
Do not ingest plant-based food... if you enjoy the taste of average to mediocre food.
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US Hamburger Chain Takes On Asia’s Plant Protein Appetite with All-Vegan Restaurant Brand in Japan
Connecticut-based Wayback Burgers' franchisee in Asia has opened a 100% plant-based chain called Next Restaurant in Japan, with major expansion plans in sight.
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Exclusive: Think Tank Shows How Governments Can Create National Protein Transition Strategies
Devising a national action strategy for alternative proteins is crucial for countries' climate targets and global food security – a new report shows how.
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Future Food Quick Bites: Coconut Infant Formula, Vegan Sushi Rolls & Regulatory Help
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 a coconut-based infant formula, Marriott Hotels's food waste driven, and!-->…
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Impossible Foods Targets Convenience with New Pre-Seasoned & Family-Friendly Products
Plant-based meat leader Impossible Foods has rolled out three new products to appeal to families looking for convenient vegan options, including Disney-themed nuggets and pre-seasoned beef mince.
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Formula One Champion Lewis Hamilton Invests in ‘Vet-Formulated’ Vegan Pet Food Startup
Lewis Hamilton has made a second investment in plant-based pet food startup Bramble to raise awareness about vegan diets' impact on dog health.
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Nuggs Maker Simulate Bought By Ahimsa Companies After Period of Uncertainty for the ‘Tesla of Chicken’
Vegan chicken startup Simulate, famous for its Nuggs, has been acquired by Ahimsa Companies to get the business back on track after months of (dis)quiet.
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