The First Amendment right to use clear labels on food
Lauren StoneAlternative protein producers have a First Amendment right to describe their products in a clear manner consistent with consumer expectations.
Policy
Defining alternative protein
Alternative proteins are produced from plants or animal cells, or by way of fermentation. They are designed to taste the same as or better than conventional animal products while costing the same or less. Alternative proteins require fewer inputs, use less land, and generate fewer negative externalities than conventional proteins.
GFI commends California’s landmark $5 million investment in the future of protein
Drake JamaliCalifornia budget bill signed on June 30th will direct $5 million over the next year to advance alternative protein research at three University of California campuses.
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.
GFIdeas May networking mixer
Join us after the Science of Alt Protein seminar to network with alternative protein enthusiasts!
Agriculture is at a climate crossroads. Alternative proteins are a global solution.
Madeline Cohen Sheila Voss Shira FischerLearn how GFI is advocating for the inclusion of alternative proteins as a climate solution in federal policy and bringing increased visibility to what governments around the world are doing to get us to a better food future.
Three takeaways from a record-setting year for alternative proteins
Emma Ignaszewski2021 was the most active year to date for alternative protein company and brand launches, private investments, and retail sales, signaling a climate-forward shift from business-as-usual.
IPCC: Plant-based and cultivated meat can play a critical role in halving global emissions by 2030
GFI calls for increased public funding for alternative proteins as the world’s top scientists recognize that agricultural innovation — specifically plant-based and cultivated meat — mitigates climate change, delivers co-benefits in the areas of biodiversity and global health.
Industry update: Alternative seafood networking mixer
During this networking session, you will be matched, one-on-one, with other attendees and will have six minutes to chat together. You’ll have the opportunity to select what other attendees you wish to connect with, either individually or based on mutual interests.
The State of the Industry: Fermentation-enabled meat, seafood, eggs, and dairy networking mixer
During this networking session, you will be matched, one-on-one, with other attendees and will have six minutes to chat together. You’ll have the opportunity to select what other attendees you wish to connect with, either individually or based on mutual interests.
