Although plant-based has become a popular term in the dairy- and meat-free categories, it does not accurately describe all developments in this fast-moving field. There are technologies that generate “animal-free,” bioidentical ingredients such as dairy whey and dairy casein. Even so, “plant-based” continues to grow in use, with indexed average annual growth of +42% between 2017 and 2022.
At a time when the meat analog industry is in a state of flux, Yves Potvin started a new company—Konscious Foods Canada, Inc.—and has seen it grow in leaps and bounds.
ICL, Plantible Foods introduce RuBisCO-based protein for plant-based binding
October 23, 2023
ROVITARIS® Binding Solution powered by Rubi Protein™ is a one-of-a-kind functional protein system that can replace most chemically processed binders in plant-based meat and seafood formulations without compromising the authentic taste and texture consumers crave.
AAK showcases healthier, sustainable solutions at SupplySide West
October 23, 2023
AAK will showcase its portfolio of multi-functional fat and oil solutions at SupplySide West (SSW) in Las Vegas, October 23-27, 2023. Attendees are invited to visit the AAK team at SSW booth #2165 where they can learn how to make better tasting, healthier and more sustainable food and nutritional products using AAK’s line of plant-based fat and oil solutions.
While 88% of active users have a moderate to high commitment to continue their plant-based purchases, one-third of shoppers say they would like to see more plant-based offerings at stores, according to research.
The AI-powered plant-based startup continues aggressive expansion of NotChicken™ portfolio
October 15, 2023
Offering a childhood favorite reimagined, NotCo’s NotChicken™ Dino Nuggets feature a combination of ingredients including fava beans, bamboo and peach powder to deliver a crispy, plant-based chicken.
The new dips offer a clean ingredient line, no artificial preservatives and are dairy-free, making them a creamy choice for vegans and millions of lactose-intolerant Americans who avoid standard white dips.
Lypid collaborated with Yangming Spring, a Michelin Green Star restaurant for three consecutive years, to craft a plant-based smoked pork belly pizza. This frozen item is appropriate for retail channels, and highlights Lypid Smoked Pork Belly with vegan toppings on a classic hand-tossed Italian crust
The plant-based brand offers three limited-edition seasonal products for the upcoming holiday season
September 28, 2023
Elmhurst’s Pumpkin Spice Oat Creamer offers a simple and creamy vegan option for adding a splash of fall flavor to coffee or tea with 1g sugar and 15 calories per serving.