Product developers are expanding beyond soy and pea to refine plant-based formulations. A new set of alternative ingredients are providing flexibility and diversity within an iterative development process.
Seven innovation drivers reshaping how R&D teams approach texture, flavor, nutition and sustainability.
December 23, 2025
From precision-fermented dairy proteins to next-gen fats and smarter plant fibers, today’s plant-based toolkit is evolving fast. Let's break down the trends helping developers solve for taste, nutrition and clean-label performance.
Brands tap consumer demand with RTD formats, high-protein snacks, comfort foods and better-for-you indulgences
November 3, 2025
As consumers seek protein for energy, satiety, muscle support and everyday wellness, manufacturers are responding with formats that fit every lifestyle, daypart and craving.
US sales of certified organic products accelerated in 2024 with an annual growth rate of 5.2%, more than double that of the overall marketplace which grew at 2.5% in the same period. Dollar sales for organic also reached a new high of $71.6 billon in 2024, according to the 2025 Organic Market Report.
Plant-based formulation starts with the right foundation, and nut and seed milks are delivering both function and flavor across categories. This infographic breaks down today’s leading options to help product developers choose the best base for their next innovations.
Designed to reduce fraud and protect the integrity of the USDA Organic label, the rule expands who must be certified, tightens documentation requirements and increases oversight of imported organic ingredients.
As the plant-based category continues an explosive growth trajectory, the number of ingredients commonly used in plant-based formulations has multiplied and diversified. Product developers apply innovative techniques to balance ingredients in formulations, and have generated a staggering amount of product introductions to the space. However, the nuanced use of specialized ingredients places further demand on R&D professionals to maintain awareness of discoveries in ingredient technology.