Kerry’s new ProDiem is a plant-based protein solution optimized for nutrition, texture and taste
April 7, 2017
As the protein market continues to grow, so does consumer interest in plant-based protein options. For example, the global plant protein market is projected to reach a value of more than $10 billion by 2020.
Lightlife Foods is a manufacturer and brand of refrigerated plant-based protein foods
February 24, 2017
The transaction will be financed from cash on hand. Based on current operating results, the acquisition is expected to be accretive to Maple Leaf's earnings in 2017. The deal will close in March, subject to customary US regulatory review.
The investment, provided through a fundraising initiative by Beyond Meat, will provide additional capital to help the company expand its product portfolio and distribution
October 21, 2016
Beyond Meat will remain an independent, privately held company led by Founder and CEO Ethan Brown.
Powerplant Ventures aims to partner with entrepreneurs who use their business to make a positive impact and make plant-based products more convenient
August 30, 2016
Powerplant Ventures announced the closing of a $42 million fund aimed at contributing to improving the global food system by investing in emerging plant-centric companies.
A combination of explosive popularity of plant proteins and rapidly growing demand for foods manufactured with a much smaller carbon footprint is giving alternative proteins a big push.
Global revenues of pea proteins are driven by rising demand for products with natural ingredients
May 24, 2016
Pea protein continues to gain popularity as a healthy alternative to other plant- and dairy- proteins. Global pea protein market volume will surpass 12,598.2 MT in 2016, representing market value of over $34.4 million.