When asked why they decided to eat a plant alternative to animal meat, 41% of survey respondents said they liked to try new foods and 30% said they had heard a lot about them and were curious.

The company’s new ‘M_lk Chocolate’ is part of a ‘Plant Craft’ range that satisfies the growing demand for plant-based indulgence.

The coffee brand has expanded the use of progressive ingredients like alternative sweeteners, oat and nut flours at its cafes.

There are a wide range of key consumer trends that are opening the door to new opportunities for success in the craft bread sector.

Food service operators looking to add more plant-based menu items should focus on striking a balance between healthy plant-forward dishes and processed meat alternatives.

The annual food trends report shows that plant-based foods have staying power on menus.

A report from NPD Group finds that the future is bright for plant-based meat alternatives.

Bakery cafes and foodservice retailers are experiencing a rapidly changing landscape on the consumer front, as consumption habits shift to plant-based foods and other new twists.