Meati among speakers for free alternative proteins webinar
April 15, 2024
Elementar Americas is partnering with Protein Production Technology International to host a free panel discussion and webinar on “Accelerating Alternative Protein Innovation in the Lab.” It will air on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at 11:00am EDT/8:00am PDT.
Today, it’s hard to keep up with the dramatic evolution of protein ingredients that fall under the umbrella of plant-based. This includes the growing numbers of ingredients that are not even based on plants. Here’s a brief look at current trends that help define movement in plant-based ingredients, followed by predictions for the future of alternative proteins.
Caffeine with added benefits, going back to basics in the plant-based category, complex heat from global peppers, and water conservation and stewardship are all among the food trends expected to rise in popularity across the industry in the next year.
The partnership represents Tyson Foods’ commitment to innovation, business growth and working towards sustainable solutions, opening a new revenue stream while accelerating Protix’s international expansion
The agreement combines Tyson Foods’ global scale, experience and network with Protix’s technology and market leadership to meet current market demand and scale production of insect ingredients.
David Feder, Executive Editor-Technical for Prepared Foods, interviews Tucker Garrison, co-founder of Imlak’esh Organics, Inc. and its Chi Foods company, makers of plant-based ground pork and pork chorizo analogs.
ADM identifies four factors driving expansion in the alternative protein ecosystem
June 23, 2023
ADM released its outlook on what's driving the advancement of the protein ecosystem. The report details four factors driving the expansion of protein choices to feed the world’s growing population while keeping the planet’s best interest in mind.
Alternative proteins, which include cultivated, plant-based, and fermentation-derived proteins, represent an opportunity to reduce risks and improve the efficiency of meat production, while offering consumers the meat-eating experience they crave. Rethinking how meat is made can decrease emissions, protect human health, ensure food security for all, and maintain and improve biodiversity. Good Food Institute
is calling on governments around the world to invest $10 billion each year in R&D and commercialization to deliver the full benefits of protein diversification.
Current Foods is an alt-protein startup that provides plant-based seafood to foodservice and fine dining locations in the US and Europe
May 23, 2023
Current Foods is the second acquisition by Wicked Kitchen within a year in a move that CEO Pete Speranza says is accretive to Wicked Kitchen's portfolio, focuses on an exciting growth segment, and is reflective of the plant-based industry's need for consolidation.
Industry focus has been on technological and industrial applications of alternative proteins, but it is the understanding of safety aspects that will be the key to long-term success.