
Why the U.S. should prioritize alternative protein research
Emily HennesseeAlternative proteins can enhance food security. But, to integrate them into our food supply, we need public investment in alternative protein research and development.
Alternative proteins can enhance food security. But, to integrate them into our food supply, we need public investment in alternative protein research and development.
Corporate Engagement’s Caroline Bushnell explains the surge of investor confidence in alternative proteins that is being fuelled by increasing consumer interest.
Our latest Plant-Based and Cultivated Meat State of the Industry Reports show that, even with the vast economic and public health challenges Covid-19 presents, there are reasons to remain optimistic about the future of sustainable protein production.
The Breakthrough Institute highlights the importance of public support for alternative proteins and suggests ways that Congress could support continued research and development.
GFI’s comment urges the Committee to dedicate stimulus funds to support alternative proteins. Learn why doing so would help create a resilient and sustainable food supply.
GFI’s Caroline Bushnell and Liz Specht explain how alternative proteins can mitigate the risks of food insecurity.
GFI executive director Bruce Friedrich discusses the remarkable growth of the alternative protein sector with AgFunder’s Louisa Burwood-Taylor.
GFI’s comment urges the Committee to propose legislation to establish and fund an interagency Alternative Protein Initiative. Learn why doing so would achieve a climate-friendly food supply.
GFI’s Liz Specht talks all things alternative proteins in this Q&A with U.C. San Diego — from current technological challenges to potential future bottlenecks.
A new report by the economic think tank RethinkX suggests that novel food production methods that rely on fermentation and plant-based ingredients could capture market share much more quickly than mainstream analysts anticipate.