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Meet the PBFA Team: Sara McGoun, Senior Manager of Member Relations
Meet the PBFA Team: Sara McGoun, Senior Manager of Member Relations

In the spirit of fostering closer community and connection, we invite you to get to know our dedicated team members and learn more about their contributions to our vibrant community. Continue Reading

Date posted06/7/2023


Pulmuone: A Values-First Company that Embraces Tradition While Moving The Needle
Pulmuone: A Values-First Company that Embraces Tradition While Moving The Needle

As a storied company with an illustrious legacy, Pulmuone's core values can be traced back all the way to their humble beginnings: Founded in the early 80’s by farmer Won Kyung-sun in Seoul, South Korea, what started as the first organic food shop in the entire country ultimately blossomed Continue Reading

Date posted05/31/2023


From Soil to Snacks: How Snacktivist Foods is Partnering with Farmers to Produce Better Foods
From Soil to Snacks: How Snacktivist Foods is Partnering with Farmers to Produce Better Foods

In this interview, Renee and Carl speak with Snacktivist Foods founder and CEO Joni Kindwall-Moore, and Martin Goter, an organic, biodynamic, and regenerative farmer from Woodworth, North Dakota. Continue Reading

Postedby Kate Good
Date posted05/26/2023


Meet the PBFA Team: Nikki Smith, Associate Director, Marketplace Development
Meet the PBFA Team: Nikki Smith, Associate Director, Marketplace Development

In the spirit of fostering closer community and connection, we invite you to get to know our dedicated team members and learn more about their contributions to our vibrant community. Continue Reading

Date posted05/25/2023


Your E-commerce Questions Answered, Featuring Thrive Market
Your E-commerce Questions Answered, Featuring Thrive Market

Senior Category Manager Heather Brand and Senior Merchandising Marketing Manager Carole Weber joined our Director of Marketplace in a casual (but insightful) discussion, covering key insights into how Thrive approaches plant-based procurement, as well as tips and tricks for successful expansion in... Continue Reading

Date posted05/11/2023


State of the Marketplace Data Discussion
State of the Marketplace Data Discussion

During this call, our Marketplace Development team walked the PBFA community through the most critical and impactful insights from our comprehensive 2022 State of the Marketplace summary report. Access the extended presentation slides here. Continue Reading

Date posted05/3/2023


How Terviva is Using a "Miracle Tree" to Embrace Regenerative Ag and Empower Farming Communities
How Terviva is Using a "Miracle Tree" to Embrace Regenerative Ag and Empower Farming Communities

In celebration of Earth Month, PBFA looked to feature a member making tangible, innovative contributions to the field of sustainability. And by any measure, trailblazing start-up Terviva fits the bill. Continue Reading

Date posted05/2/2023


PBFA Submits Comment on FTC Green Guides
PBFA Submits Comment on FTC Green Guides

According to a recent survey from consulting firm Kearny, around 40% of consumers factor in sustainability when purchasing food. With growing consumer interest in foods and other products that align with their values, transparency in marketing is becoming increasingly important. Continue Reading

Date posted04/25/2023


Minh Tsai of Hodo Foods on Meeting Consumer Demand with Delicious and Sustainable Plant-Based Foods
Minh Tsai of Hodo Foods on Meeting Consumer Demand with Delicious and Sustainable Plant-Based Foods

When it comes to meeting consumer demand for convenient, versatile, flavorful plant-based proteins–PBFA Member Hodo Foods stands out as a leader in the space. Over the past 20 years, this company has grown from a single farmer’s market stall into a force of a company. Continue Reading

Postedby Kate Good
Date posted04/19/2023


FDA Draft Milk Labeling Guidance Discussion
FDA Draft Milk Labeling Guidance Discussion

On March 30th, 2023, PBFA led a discussion about the FDA's draft plant-based milk labeling guidance. Information about the guidance was presented by PBFA's labeling and regulatory consultant, Rebecca Cross, and the discussion was led by Nicole Negowetti, VP of Food Systems. Continue Reading

Date posted03/30/2023


Recording: Navigating California's Proposition 65
Recording: Navigating California's Proposition 65

On this call, we were joined by Counsel Collins Kilgore to discuss the ins and outs of California's Prop 65 and its implications for California's plant-based industry and our members who conduct business in the state. Collins gave a brief history of the regulation, followed by a comprehensive... Continue Reading

Date posted03/16/2023


Meet the Expert: Demystifying Foodservice with Matt Cotton
Meet the Expert: Demystifying Foodservice with Matt Cotton

On our first call of this kind, Matt Cotton of Rooted Food Sales shared with the PBFA community his best tips and tricks for navigating the world of foodservice, sharing valuable insights in a fireside chat-style call, where members were welcome to ask their questions live during the event. If you... Continue Reading

Date posted02/9/2023