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Court Rules Texas Plant-Based Food Label Censorship Law is Unconstitutional
Court Rules Texas Plant-Based Food Label Censorship Law is Unconstitutional

The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas has granted a motion for summary judgment filed by Animal Legal Defense Fund (ALDF) on behalf of Tofurky and the Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA). Continue Reading

Postedby Kate Good
Date posted01/30/2026


Policy Win: New Law Expands Student Access to Plant-Based Milks
Policy Win: New Law Expands Student Access to Plant-Based Milks

The Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA) and the Plant Based Foods Institute (PBFI) celebrate the enactment of a new law that expands access to plant-based milks in the National School Lunch Program. Continue Reading

Date posted01/14/2026


New U.S. Dietary Guidelines Highlight Plant Protein While Falling Short on Nuanced Dietary Patterns
New U.S. Dietary Guidelines Highlight Plant Protein While Falling Short on Nuanced Dietary Patterns

New U.S. Dietary Guidelines Highlight Plant Protein While Falling Short on Nuanced Dietary Pattern Recommendations Continue Reading

Postedby Kate Good
Date posted01/7/2026


Ultra-Processed Foods: Latest Policy Updates and Messaging Research/Guidance
Ultra-Processed Foods: Latest Policy Updates and Messaging Research/Guidance

The term ultra-processed foods (UPFs) is increasingly shaping public debate and policy discussions. From state-level bills to federal regulatory proposals, UPFs are drawing attention from decision-makers, media, and consumers alike, sometimes with plant-based foods being swept into the... Continue Reading

Date posted09/4/2025


US Senate Agriculture Committee Advances Legislation to Expand Student Access to Plant-Based Milks
US Senate Agriculture Committee Advances Legislation to Expand Student Access to Plant-Based Milks

The Plant Based Foods Association celebrates a bipartisan vote by the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee to advance legislation expanding access to plant-based milks in the National School Lunch Program. Continue Reading

Postedby Marjorie Mulhall
Date posted06/4/2025


United in Advocacy: PBFA’s 2025 Lobby Day Brings the Plant-Based Industry to Washington
United in Advocacy: PBFA’s 2025 Lobby Day Brings the Plant-Based Industry to Washington

From May 13–15, the Plant Based Foods Association proudly convened our member-wide Lobby Day in Washington, DC.—and what a powerful and inspiring few days it was. With 21 PBFA member companies in attendance and nearly 30 congressional meetings, our collective voice was heard loud and clear: the pla Continue Reading

Date posted06/3/2025


Understanding Government Procurement Programs
Understanding Government Procurement Programs

This educational series helps food manufacturers navigate the complex requirements for selling to government programs, including WIC approval processes, K-12 school meal regulations, and federal facility procurement guidelines—opening doors to significant institutional market... Continue Reading

Date posted06/1/2025


Labeling & Packaging for Plant-Based Foods
Labeling & Packaging for Plant-Based Foods

Learn how plant-based brands can meet state packaging regulations, chemical disclosure requirements, and implement sustainable packaging solutions. Continue Reading

Date posted06/1/2025


PBFA Submits Comments on FDA's Draft Guidance on Labeling Plant-Based Alternatives
PBFA Submits Comments on FDA's Draft Guidance on Labeling Plant-Based Alternatives

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

Postedby Kate Good
Date posted05/9/2025


Oregon EPR Compliance Webinar: What Manufacturers Need to Know
Oregon EPR Compliance Webinar: What Manufacturers Need to Know

In response to the impending March 31st deadline for Oregon’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations, PBFA and rePurpose Global, a leading organization helping manufacturers simplify compliance, optimize packaging, and minimize fees, came together for a webinar to help brands... Continue Reading

Date posted03/21/2025


PBFA Members Take Plant-Based Message to Capitol Hill
PBFA Members Take Plant-Based Message to Capitol Hill

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

Date posted03/20/2025


PBFA’s Comments on the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Report
PBFA’s Comments on the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Report

On February 10, the Plant-Based Foods Association (PBFA) submitted comments on the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC) Scientific Report, supporting the integration of plant-based foods into the upcoming 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Continue Reading

Postedby Marjorie Mulhall
Date posted02/13/2025