How alternative protein companies can work with U.S. National Laboratories
Learn how alternative protein companies can leverage U.S. National Laboratory expertise and infrastructure to accelerate R&D and de-risk commercialization.
Cultivated
Informational Hearing – How the Alternative Protein Industry Helps Cultivate California’s Circular Agricultural Bioeconomy
California’s agricultural future is circular—and alternative proteins are at the center of it.
Apply to join the Alt Protein Project
Applications to join the Alt Protein Project are now live! Attend our information session to discover how you can play a pivotal role in bringing the alternative protein movement to your university.
Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital – 2026 Preview Event
For the second year in a row, GFI is teaming up with the Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital—this time for their exclusive 2026 Preview Event!
Future Food-Tech San Francisco – Breaking Barriers to Scale: Cost, Efficiency, and De-Risking Bioprocessing
From modular systems to shared infrastructure, the future of bioprocessing is getting real. Join GFI’s Amanda Hildebrand at Future Food-Tech San Francisco as she moderates a dynamic breakout session on scaling alt protein biomanufacturing.
Future of Protein Production – Chicago
GFI is heading to Chicago! Join Bruce Friedrich, Patrick McAuley, and leading voices across science, policy, and industry for a solutions-focused summit on the future of food.
Minnesota state programs
These Minnesota state grants, loan programs, and tax credits are likely relevant to the alternative protein industry. Companies should assess their own eligibility for programs of interest.
The alternative protein boom didn’t end. It just moved to Illinois.
GFI's Daniel Gertner offered his expertise in this Crain's Chicago Business piece on the alternative protein boom in Illinois.
Education and workforce development
Explore alternative protein careers, training, and education to grow the future food workforce.
