In recent years, the cruise line industry has been navigating towards more sustainable and eco-friendly practices. Cruise companies are now setting their sights on expanding and enhancing their plant-based offerings to cater to the growing demand for sustainable and healthy dining options. Continue Reading
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At the Plant Based Foods Association and our sister organization, the Plant Based Foods Institute, we envision a world where business and values harmonize to create a plant-based food system that respects the dignity and health of all living beings and the planet. Continue Reading
Consumer demand for plant-based foods has grown exponentially over the past decade. With innovative companies responding to consumer interest in delicious options for every eating occasion, the market has expanded with over half of restaurant menus in the U.S. including plant-based foods Continue Reading
The PBFA community has always been member-led: A diverse collective of innovators, changemakers, and leaders – powered by our united vision of a better world. We want to take a moment to turn back the clock and reminisce on the member stories that inspired our community in 2023. Continue Reading
As we reflect on 2023, it stands as a year of notable growth and collaborative achievements for the Plant Based Foods Association and Plant Based Foods Institute. Continue Reading
We’re kicking off 2024 with a host of new opportunities for our members to connect and collaborate with our community. At PBFA, we’re dedicated to creating programming that helps our members thrive – including individualized guidance for companies looking to advance their businesses Continue Reading
Are you a PBFA member with some exciting news to share with the Community? Perhaps your company launched a new product, expanded your facilities, published a press release, or opened up an exciting job opportunity… we want to help amplify your news! Continue Reading
This disconcerting message from WHO’s Director-General, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, underscored a capstone theme at COP28, the 28th United Nations Climate Change conference held in Dubai in December 2023: It’s time for world leaders to address the connection between food production, human health Continue Reading
We’re excited to unveil the next chapter of PBFA. Continue Reading
As we embark on a season full of sweet treats, this month the PBFA team spoke to Darko Mandich, CEO and Co-Founder of Mellody Foods—a plant-based honey company on a mission to save the world’s native pollinators from extinction. Continue Reading
The PBFA Policy team has been working tirelessly to increase the visibility and impact of the plant-based foods industry with key decision-makers in Washington, D.C. Continue Reading
The 2nd Annual International Plant-Based Food Working Group (IPBFWG) Summit, held in Brussels, Belgium from October 12th to 13th, 2023, exuded enthusiasm for international collaboration and community. Continue Reading