Report from the EU Action Plan for Plant-based Foods conference in Brussels On 11 June, Brussels hosted the EU Action Plan for Plant-based Foods, which sent a clear signal that the advance of plant-based foods is now an inescapable issue in the shaping of European food policy. The event was sold out and the high level of interest showed the…
The plant-based food market is no longer just for innovators and start-ups. As consumer demands change and the push for sustainability grows, the biggest meat and dairy companies are entering the market – sometimes quietly, sometimes spectacularly. ProVeg International’s latest analysis highlights 5 companies that have successfully entered the plant protein market, all of which have traditionally produced animal-based products….
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…
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…
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…
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%…
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…
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…
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…
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…