Supplier Diversity: A Massive Business Opportunity

We often look to the grassroots campaigns and revolutions of the people that cause a stir and initiate societal change. Progress would not happen without these efforts, yet, at the same time, progress can often be impeded by a lack of cooperation from established industries and existing structures. What kind of progress could we make…

Educating and Empowering the Supply Chain with “Industry Voices”

Plant Based World’s “Industry Voices” education series is officially underway. The past 3 sessions have featured industry leaders from Kroger, Kerry and the Plant Based Foods Association. Upcoming sessions with Target, Sodexo and more are open to registrants now! Use this link to view past sessions and register for the upcoming ones. The “Industry Voices”…

Growing the Business of Plant-Based Foods in a Changing World

 Plant Based World and Plant Based Foods Association team up to advance the plant-based foods market by Julie Emmett Riding on the tailwinds of a successful 2019, 2020 was off to a strong start for the natural foods industry. Stakeholders, suppliers, and retailers like Hannaford, a supermarket chain operating in New England and New York,…

Get to Know Dot Foods: Opportunity for Brands

You have likely seen their trucks on interstates all across the country, but do you know what Dot Foods does? We had the pleasure of connecting with Rodd Willis, Director of Natural and Specialty at Dot Foods, to learn a bit more about the unique and important role that this redistribution business plays in the…

USA TODAY: Impossible Burger Set for Retail Launch

We’ve been waiting a while for this announcement! Impossible Burger is coming to grocery stores. Check out the details of the announcement here via USA Today: The plant-based meat patty, already on the menu at White Castle, Burger King, Red Robin and The Cheesecake Factory, is making its grocery store debut Friday at California-based Gelson’s Markets. Silicon Valley-based Impossible Foods, founded…

MSN: Trader Joe’s Launches New Plant-Based “Patty”

If you have spent any time in Trader Joe’s over these past couple years, you’ve probably noticed that they have ventured into the world of plant-based meat alternatives. This new announcement is focused on a new product that will look to compete with the big players in the plant-based burger arena. Read the full article…

PROGRESSIVE GROCER: A Tasting Tour of Plant Based World Expo

Of all the excitement that took place at the Javits Center this past weekend, one thing to note was the presence of the mainstream food industry. Buyers from large scale food retailers, distributors and food service providers have taken notice of the increased consumer demand for plant-based options. The Plant Based World expo floor gave…

Big Retail’s Plant-Based Influence with Ann Beaty

This month we are excited to bring you a conversation with Ann Beaty, Director of Kroger Merchandising Consulting at 84.51°. Ann’s experience working with the largest grocery chain in the U.S. combined with her personal connection to plant-based eating has given her a unique and valuable perspective on the plant-based foods market. Ann discusses her…