Alternative proteins ensure American competitiveness
Plant based foods have gained momentum and notable market share. Read our report explaining why the U.S. should build up a domestic alternative protein industry.
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The future of food: are there some things we shouldn’t eat?
Listen to GFI's Dr. Liz Specht talk about the future of food on The Economist podcast The World Ahead.
Food giants can help put alternative meats on everyone’s table
GFI's Emma Ignaszewski explores the benefits of big meat and food companies getting involved in alternative proteins.
The State of the Science on Alternative Proteins: January through April, 2022
Liz Specht, Ph.D.A new resource series covering alt protein technology and developments in the broader scientific ecosystem
Generating awareness about alternative proteins
Christina AguilaIn our guide, you’ll learn about the steps needed to raise awareness and excitement about alternative proteins throughout your university.
From marshes to meat: Reflections from a career in conservation
Sheila VossIn recognition of the U.N.’s International Day of Biological Diversity, a GFI staffer shares her path to this moment and the people and places that have shaped her along the way.
Protein Innovation Nation Newsletter
Lauren StoneProtein Innovation Nation is a monthly newsletter covering local and national updates around public research funding, regulation, legislation, and labeling. Hear the latest on key market updates, new reports, and opportunities at GFI.
Scientist / engineer outreach and education
To expand the technical talent pipeline, various players in the alternative protein field should reach out to scientists and engineers in relevant disciplines (e.g., biotech, biopharma, and food science) to inform them of opportunities to apply their existing expertise to this field. Efforts should target students and seasoned professionals.
Life Cycle Assessment for alternative seafood relative to conventional fishing and aquaculture
To date, no robust environmental assessments have been conducted to compare alternative seafood to its conventional counterparts. An open-access, quantitative analysis of the relative environmental impacts of alternative seafood will help garner support for the industry from policymakers, nonprofit organizations, consumers, investors, foodservice outlets, and retailers.
Anuga FoodTec
As the leading global trade fair, Anuga FoodTec is the most important source of impetus for the international food and beverage industry.
