To OMB on research funding in Fiscal Year 2022
GFI requests that alternative protein research be included in the President’s budget proposal. Learn how doing so will build the bioeconomy and create jobs.
Cultivated
GFI research grant program adds new funding opportunities
Austin ClowesTo seed the next generation of alternative protein innovation, we need more open-access research. That's why, thanks to our generous donors, GFI is releasing two new funding opportunities for scientific research on alternative proteins.
Is the future cultivated meat?
Dr. Elliot Swartz explains the basics of cultivated meat and lays out why this new form of meat production is a crucial innovation.
To USDA re solicitation of input on agricultural innovations (sign-on letter)
GFI and others urge former Deputy Secretary Censky to prioritize open-access research for alternative proteins. Learn more about the benefits of doing so.
To USDA re solicitation of input on agricultural innovations
GFI urges former Deputy Secretary Censky to prioritize open-access research for alternative proteins. Learn more about the benefits of doing so.
GFI Brazil partners with Federal University of Paraná to create first cultivated meat course
Bruna Corsato Vinícius GallonGFI Brazil partnered with Federal University of Paraná to offer a postgraduate course focusing on cultivated meat—a key step to building a pipeline of skilled professionals for the alternative protein sector both in Brazil and abroad.
Alternative meat and dairy companies are raking in investment dollars
Caroline Bushnell, GFI’s vice president of Corporate Engagement, discusses why there’s room for both established and new players in the growing field of alternative proteins.
Dietary change may help us avert future pandemics
GFI's Bruce Friedrich spells out that among the many steps we could take to lower the risk of the next pandemic, perhaps the most effective would be to stop farming animals for meat.
Introducing PISCES, a new data navigation tool to inform alternative seafood development
Claire Bomkamp, PhDThere's a lot of research on the cellular and molecular components needed to match conventional seafood's taste, texture, and aroma. We've put together a resource to help alternative seafood researchers and companies navigate it.
To the USDA re solicitation of stakeholder input for Urban, Indoor, and Other Emerging Agricultural Production Research, Education, and Extension Initiative
GFI’s comment requests that NIFA support research into alternative proteins. Learn why supporting alternative proteins will be beneficial to consumers and the American economy.
