How retailers can shape the future of plant-based food

How retailers can shape the future of plant-based food

The future of plant-based food does not just depend on innovative brands or open-minded consumers – it also depends on retailers, says ProVeg International. With 70% of food sales coming through supermarkets, they have a key role to play in shaping the food environment. But are they doing enough to make plant-based diets the new norm? In the latest episode…

Demand for plant-based products soared in January

Demand for plant-based products soared in January

In recent years, more and more grocery chains around the world have been expanding their plant-based product ranges and encouraging consumers to try them through various campaigns. January is a particularly important time for this, as it is the Veganuary challenge, which many retail chains are joining – internationally. Many consumers are trying new plant-based foods as a result of…

What does the new EU legislation mean for plant-based proteins?

What does the new EU legislation mean for plant-based proteins?

The European Commission has recently unveiled its new agri-food vision, which sets out the future direction for the development of the food and farming sector. While the document in its current form does not reflect support for the development of sustainable food systems and an increased role for plant-based proteins, there is no reason to panic just yet. The real…

41.8% of Europeans have tried alternative proteins in the last 2 years

41.8% of Europeans have tried alternative proteins in the last 2 years

A joint 13-country survey by FMCG Gurus and V-Label, perhaps the world’s best-known independent vegan and vegetarian product certification organisation, has revealed the changing attitudes of European consumers towards alternative proteins and sustainability. According to the survey, 52.2% of Europeans have changed their diet in the last two years and 29.2% have reduced their red meat consumption. In addition, 41.8%…

A sustainable future with pulses – Report from the LegumES workshop

A sustainable future with pulses – Report from the LegumES workshop

On 11 February, we participated in a workshop on the current issues of the domestic pulse value chain, organised by the ESSRG and Agri Kulti in the framework of the LegumES project. The event took place at the CEU Nádor Street building, where experts, farmers, researchers, caterers and government officials gathered to reflect on the future of sustainable agriculture and…

How NEGYOSZ celebrated its 2nd birthday

How NEGYOSZ celebrated its 2nd birthday

On Friday 31 January, 30 of us gathered to celebrate the 2nd birthday of NEGYOSZ. Among colleagues, members and supporters, we spent 3 meaningful hours of professional and informal discussions, fun storytelling and a summary of the past years and future goals. We made an impact in 2024 The programme was opened by Ervin Nagy, President of NÉGYOSZ, followed by…

Can a reform of food VAT rates be achieved?

Can a reform of food VAT rates be achieved?

The affordability of sustainable and healthy food is a key social and economic issue. A recent study suggests reforming VAT rates to promote sustainable eating habits and reduce the health burden. The research suggests that maintaining the full VAT rate on meat and dairy products, while applying a 0% VAT rate to fruit and vegetables, could improve consumer choice and…

2 million Britons now claim to follow a plant-based diet

2 million Britons now claim to follow a plant-based diet

According to a survey by The Vegan Society, 3% of people in the UK claim to eat a vegan or plant-based diet, which is around 2 million people in total. What do the demographic data show? However, the survey found that there are significant differences between regions, with 4% of the population in London, the North East and South West…

What happened during the second year of NÉGYOSZ’s existence?

What happened during the second year of NÉGYOSZ’s existence?

The National Association of Plant-Based Food Manufacturers and Distributors (NÉGYOSZ) has been operating for just over two years. During this time, we have participated in numerous projects and research initiatives, organized educational programs, and established contact with stakeholders in the food industry and the government to initiate professional dialogue. We summarized our first year of activity in this article, and…

Report on the Plant-based Food and Health Workshop

Report on the Plant-based Food and Health Workshop

The Plant-Based Foods and Health – Misconceptions, Exaggerations, Health Benefits and Risks of Plant-Based Foods workshop was held on 13 November 2024 at the Magnet Community Centre. The aim of our event series We want to raise awareness of plant-based foods and diets among institutional and policy actors, as well as professional organisations working in the field of nutrition and…