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The Plant Based Foods Association's new 2024 State of the Marketplace Report provides data-driven insights into the evolving plant-based food landscape – illustrating how much the industry has changed in the past few years alone. Continue Reading
In January 2025, the FDA released their Draft Guidance for Industry on the Labeling of Plant-Based Alternatives to Animal-Derived Food. PBFA is actively engaged on this issue, which would impact hundreds of plant-based foods companies and many PBFA members. Continue Reading
In celebration of Earth Week, the Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA) is proud to announce a first-of-its-kind partnership with Sodexo Campus to host a nationwide Student Appreciation Event Series spotlighting plant-based food brands across eight university campuses. Continue Reading
This past week, the sun wasn’t the only thing shining in Miami –– innovation and flavor took center stage at the highly anticipated F&B@Sea show, where the cruise industry came together to explore the future of food and beverage on the high seas. Continue Reading
The only edible nut indigenous to North America, the pecan is a historical staple that PKN CEO Laura Shenkar is determined to usher into the modern era using sustainable methods of production and cultivation. Continue Reading
The plant-based foods industry continued to demonstrate its strength and innovation at this year's Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, CA. With a record-breaking near 70,000 attendees, the show floor buzzed with excitement as exhibitors showcased solutions addressing contemporary consumer demands Continue Reading
The Plant Based Foods Institute (PBFI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Sanah Baig as its new Executive Director, effective June 2025. Baig brings extensive experience in food and ag policy, most recently serving as the Senior Policy Advisor for Ag and Nutrition at the White House. Continue Reading
The Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA) is proud to be a part of this year’s F&B@Sea, recognizing the industry’s growing commitment to plant-based innovation. Continue Reading
The recent surge in egg prices – with costs rising 237% from $1.47 in January 2021 to $4.95 last month – has prompted national attention, including a newly announced $1 billion USDA initiative to address avian flu impacts. Continue Reading
Last week, the Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA) led a focused advocacy effort in Washington, D.C., bringing together PBFA members, including The Herbivorous Butcher , Meelunie , and Fabalish , for two days of critical conversations with congressional staffers. Continue Reading
Rebellyous Foods – established in 2017 – has emerged as a groundbreaking plant-based chicken company that's revolutionizing how plant-based meat is produced. PBFA had the wonderful opportunity to speak to Kristie Middleton, Rebellyous’ Chief Relationship Officer. Continue Reading
Today marks a significant milestone as we unveil PBFA and PBFI's 2025-2027 Strategic Plan—a comprehensive roadmap to guide the work of both organizations towards achieving our north star goals of growing plant-based market share, and harnessing the power of the plant-based foods industry. Continue Reading
