New line of plant-based, flash-frozen pizzas offer both vegetarian and vegan options
September 9, 2020
In the age of pepperoni shortages and a growing consumer trend towards flexitarianism (semi-vegetarianism), American Flatbread launched a line of plant-based, flash-frozen pizzas, Meatless Evolution.
Califia Farms, a plant-based food and beverage company, announced that Dave Ritterbush has been named chief executive officer. Greg Steltenpohl, plant-based pioneer and the company’s founder will retire as CEO and remain on the board as an executive director.
Earthlight® Whole Food Vitamin D receives Novel Foods Approval for European market
September 3, 2020
PLT Health Solutions, Inc. announced that Earthlight® Whole Food Vitamin D has received Novel Foods Approval in the EU, paving the way for this unique dietary ingredient to be used in food and beverages produced and sold in Europe.
Company CEO pens open letter in The New York Times
September 2, 2020
In June 2020, Planterra Foods, a Colorado-based start-up, debuted its first line of plant-based protein products with its new consumer brand, OZO™. The new line is making a name for itself with its exceptional taste, simple ingredients and a nutritional advantage aiming to grow flexitarian consumption by offering a positive protein solution.
The addition of a direct-to-consumer site compliments the company’s retail presence in more than 26,000 retail outlets
August 31, 2020
Featuring unparalleled access to a vast portfolio of signature plant-based meats, including all-new bulk packs, mixed product bundles, limited-time offers, trial packs and more, the direct-to-consumer site is a new and convenient way to experience Beyond Meat.
The partnership will accelerate construction and commissioning of Merit’s world class extraction facility
August 28, 2020
Merit Functional Foods announces a new partnership with Bunge Limited that will bolster its mission to provide plant-based protein ingredients with purity and quality.
The creamer is manufactured with no artificial ingredients, and provides a healthier alternative for pumpkin spice lattes
August 28, 2020
Laird Superfood, creator of assorted plant-based superfood products, announces the return of its popular seasonal Pumpkin Spice Superfood Creamer ahead of the fall and winter season. The plant-based Pumpkin Spice Superfood Creamer is made with no artificial ingredients or highly refined sugars, eliminating consumer concerns of extra sugar found in most seasonal and holiday drinks.
Plant-based is here to stay. In fact, it likely will be even more of a wave in the future, due to the growing desire among consumers to cut down on, or completely eliminate meat consumption for health and/or out of concern for the environment.
The state-of-the-art facility is designed to dramatically increase plant-based production
August 14, 2020
Gathered Foods, makers of Good Catch® plant-based seafood products, announced the official opening of a new, dedicated production facility in Heath, Ohio. The 42,500 sq ft. facility was constructed specifically for high-tech production of Good Catch's innovative plant-based product offerings.
Flash-frozen beaded ice cream brand expands use of technology to more industries
August 12, 2020
Dippin' Dots, a flash-frozen beaded ice cream company, opened a new manufacturing facility focused on supporting the demand for Dippin' Dots Cryogenics, L.L.C., an arm of the company that lends the brand's patented technology and equipment for applications to industries beyond ice cream.