The Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA) wrapped up 2024 with an impactful Lobby Day in Washington, D.C earlier this month. This event marked the culmination of a year of nonstop advocacy to champion policies that support the growth and accessibility of plant-based foods. Continue Reading
This summer, the PBFA team attended events at this year’s Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, and Senior Director of Policy Marjorie Mulhall attended events at the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee to advocate on behalf of the plant-based foods industry. Continue Reading
This month, PBFA members and staff gathered in Washington D.C. to lobby for the plant-based foods industry on Capitol Hill. This was the largest and most concerted advocacy effort known yet to our industry. Continue Reading
We believe that plant-based foods are at the heart of a healthier, more sustainable, more equitable food system—and the plant-based foods industry is central to making that brighter food future possible. Learn why policies that support plant-based foods are crucial to achieving this vision. Continue Reading
In a new report that is making headlines, titled Recipe for a Livable Planet: Achieving Net Zero Emissions in the Agrifood System , the World Bank calls for a reduction in animal-based food production and a shift towards a more plant-based, carbon-friendly method of agriculture. Continue Reading
Demand for plant-based foods is on the rise. From LA County committing to plant-based by default for city food procurement to 55 members of Congress asking President Biden to increase plant-based options in federal facilities, there is little question people want more plant-based foods. Continue Reading
On April 9th, 2024, the USDA announced a plant-forward update to the food provided through the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, better known as WIC. Continue Reading
On March 14, 2024, 55 members of Congress signed on to a letter of support urging President Biden to increase the availability of plant-based options in all federal facilities nationwide. Continue Reading
This week, Los Angeles County passed a motion that requires all departmental food procurement to be plant-based by default. Politicians Lindsey Horvath and Hilda Solis, both Members of the L.A. County Board of Supervisors, successfully spearheaded the effort. 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
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
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
