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
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
New U.S. Dietary Guidelines Highlight Plant Protein While Falling Short on Nuanced Dietary Pattern Recommendations Continue Reading
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
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
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
Learn how plant-based brands can meet state packaging regulations, chemical disclosure requirements, and implement sustainable packaging solutions. Continue Reading
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
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
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
