Beyond Meat delivers record Q2 sales following rapid pivot to retail
Leading US plant-based meat brand Beyond Meat reported this week that second quarter net revenues rose 69% to a record $113.3 million.
OTA welcomes “historic rulemaking” that will protect against organic fraud
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) today publishes a proposed new rule to strengthen protection against fraud in the organic supply chain.
Natural and organic brands press ‘pause’ on Facebook advertising
A growing number of natural and organic brands are hitting 'pause' on Facebook advertising as they sign up for the Stop Hate For Profit campaign.
NPA pushes for tax credits to ‘keep natural products firms’ doors open’
US trade group the Natural Products Association is calling for Congress officials to include natural products companies is a scheme to help businesses meet the costs of being Covid secure.…
62% of consumers more likely to choose a brand that makes a stand
A new study by NEXT finds that an “incredible 62% of consumers” say they are more likely to buy from brands that publicly stand for causes that are important to…
Power of the plate: How America’s food system has led to an epidemic of chronic disease – and what to do about it
A new white paper released by Rodale Institute and The Plantrician Project reveals how the American food system has contributed to epidemic levels of chronic disease and lowered immune systems – and how…
New probiotics guidelines ‘ignore scientific advice’, NPA warns
New advice from the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) that people suffering common digestive conditions should consider stopping using probiotics “ignores scientific evidence, a leading US trade body says.
Plant-based meat sales rose 23% when sold in the meat aisle
A study by US trade group the Plant Based Foods Association in partnership with Kroger, found that plant-based meat sales increased by 23% when products were ranged in the meat…
Beyond Meat partners with tech giant Alibaba to fast track China market entry
US plant-based protein maker Beyond Meat has unveiled a new partnership with Chinese tech giant Alibaba, which will see Beyond Burgers hitting supermarket shelves in mainland China for the first…
How to be a joined-up vegan (with some help from HappyCow)
Global vegan restaurant recommendation and review website HappyCow has come up with a smart new way for vegans and veg-types to connect with each other during the era of social…