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Seizing the moment: The 10-point story of alternative proteins not being told

Maille O'Donnell Sheila Voss

Headlines focused on short-term struggles reveal a major blindspot—scientists, policymakers, and industry innovators around the world are making real, on-the-ground progress on bringing delicious, affordable alternative proteins to more plates.

2023 outlook: The state of the plant-based meat category

Emma Ignaszewski

Plant-based meat is a significant growth opportunity for U.S. and global retail and foodservice. We cover 2022 plant-based meat sales and ways to improve consumer engagement.

Alternative protein startups underscore the need for scientific and engineering talent

Amy Huang

The alternative protein sector is hungry for scientists and engineers — but major investments are needed to build a robust alternative protein workforce.

Let’s solve it together: preserving our world’s oceans and waterways with the help of alternative seafood

Marika Azoff

GFI’s Senior Corporate Engagement Specialist reflects on a conversation with chef and owner of Fishtown Seafood and the future of alternative seafood.

Bringing alt protein entrepreneurs together to build a better food future

Laine Clark

The GFI Mentor Program is supporting the next wave of alternative protein experts.

A deeper dive into alternative protein investments in 2022: The case for optimism

Maille O'Donnell Sharyn Murray, CFA

New investment data and GFI analysis shows that the long-term outlook for alternative protein investment is strong, despite volatile market conditions.

Bringing diverse voices to the alternative protein table

Hanna Barlow

Alt proteins can not only transform our food system, they can also address the gender gap within STEM fields.

The State of the Science on alternative proteins: September through December 2022

Liz Specht, Ph.D.

2022 ended with a bang for the alt protein sector! Here are three promising themes that rounded out an already historic year.

Let’s solve it together: The X-factor impact of alt proteins on the biggest challenges of our time

Chelsea Montes de Oca Melissa Ahlborn

Inspiring organizations and individuals around the world are reducing emissions, saving lands and waters, protecting public health, and increasing food security. Yet threats still mount. Alt proteins are essential for winning on every front.

The top 7 alternative protein trends fueling optimism in 2023

Laine Clark

The alternative protein industry today shows signs of resilience despite challenges across the macroeconomic landscape, geopolitical dynamics, and talent, funding, and infrastructure constraints. GFI experts predict the industry trends that will drive the next wave of developments toward mass adoption.