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One in three Brits drink plant-based milk as oat overtakes almond
Plant-based milk shows no sign of slowing down, with oat milk now overtaking almond milk as the premier milk alternative after a strong year of growth.
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Big moments for food labels on the horizon
As we see a number of changes in the way in which foods are labelled, Professor Chris Elliott offers his expert insight on the current and future landscape.
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Invest in alternative proteins to deliver on climate targets, says new report
In order for the UK and other countries to deliver on climate targets, the Social Market Foundation says more attention and investment must be given to the alternative protein sector.
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On the scent of the most beef-like plant-based burger
How do you recreate the smell of hamburgers? Scientists have taken an analytical approach to find out how plant-based alternatives can mimic the scent of a freshly grilled patty.
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Plant-based: the big debate
With our health and that of the planet’s vying for supremacy in consumers’ minds, New Food’s Editor looks at the arguments surrounding the meat vs plant-based debate, including misconceptions over processing and space farming.
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New Food Issue 4 2021
Issue 4 2021 of New Food is now available to read online, featuring stories on food safety and beverages, plus an interview with Victory Hemp on the potential new meat analogue to watch!
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Plant-based protein market to top $150 billion by 2030
The Asia-Pacific region is expected to dominate the plant-based market in the years to come, with an expected population boom creating higher demand for meat and dairy alternatives.
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Beyond Pepperoni launched by Pizza Hut in the US
Pizza Hut and Beyond Meat have continued their partnership as a plant-based pepperoni pizza is rolled out across 70 locations in five US cities.
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Using mechanical testing to replicate the sensory profile of meats
Mark Auty and Robert Gurney look at the use of mechanical testing to characterise the properties of meat alternatives and their impact on sensory profile.
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The new milk alternative is made from potatoes
A Swedish company are introducing potato milk as a new "super-sustainable" member to the plant-based 'milk' family.
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Meat tax backed by Beyond Meat boss
The tax would, according to Ethan Brown, head of the meat-substitute company, help drive down the price of plant-based alternatives, though Prime Minister Boris Johnson has expressed his reluctance to enforce such a levy in the past.
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Episode Sixteen: Inspiring insights from women leaders in the plant-based industry
New Food's Editor Bethan Grylls and innovative global plant-tech company, Equinom, invited plant-based pioneers to 'lean in' to the mic and kick off a new series led by women.
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Will plant-based meat alternatives ever be as popular as meat?
Grace Mongey and Ronan Gormley report on developments in plant-based meat alternatives, including the drivers, protein sources, ingredients and more…
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Is that soya sustainable?
With the impacts of soya production well known, many have turned to sustainable methods, but how do you separate the genuine claims from the fakes?
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The flavour challenge of plant-based
The plant-based market may be booming, but challenges in terms of matching their meat counterparts may leave innovators feeling at a loss. Sound familiar? Here’s what to do…
