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Beef and lamb receive 580 times more in EU subsidies than legumes, study finds
Figures released by charity Foodrise have revealed that beef and lamb received an estimated 580 times more common agricultural policy subsidies from the European Union than legumes in 2020.
Milking it? How the Oatly Supreme Court judgment will influence branding in the plant-based sector
Michael Skrein, partner, and Eva Burkhart, trainee at law firm Reed Smith, examine how the Supreme Court judgement will impact the plant-based sector moving forward.
Plantible receives ‘No Questions’ letter from the FDA for duckweed protein ingredient
Plantible Foods has received a ‘No Questions’ letter from the Food and Drug Administration, validating the safety of its Rubi Protein ingredient made from duckweed.
The evolution of plant-based: A maturing category enters its next wave of growth
The plant-based category is entering its next growth phase – but what does that look like for the industry's key players, and where are the opportunities? Angela Flatland, senior sales director for plant-based at Spins, explores.
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Two-step fermentation process improves smell of plant proteins
Researchers in the US have developed a two-step fermentation method that can improve the aroma of plant proteins, paving the way for more appealing plant-based foods.
Start-up spotlight: Koppie
This time, we speak to Daan Raemdonck, CEO and co-founder of Koppie, a company making coffee alternatives from fermented pulses.
VFC Foods and Meatless Farm split from Vegan Food Group
UK-based vegan food company VFC Foods, which also owns Meatless Farm, is undergoing a corporate separation from the Vegan Food Group (VFG), with co-founder Adam Lyons returning to the business to oversee operations.
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The evolution of plant-based: A maturing category enters its next wave of growth
The plant-based category is entering its next growth phase – but what does that look like for the industry's key players, and where are the opportunities? Angela Flatland, senior sales director for plant-based at Spins, explores.
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Demystifying the protein space: A focus on better quality
Protein has exploded in the past few years, but has it reached its peak? In this opinion piece, Ando Ahnan-Winarno, food scientist and co-founder of tempeh brand Better Nature, takes a closer look at the problem with protein.
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Past the hype: Developing products that resonate beyond Veganuary
Amid changing consumer preferences and continuously evolving food trends, how can brands develop genuinely exciting plant-based products that have staying power on shelves, during Veganuary and year-round? We explore.
