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Burcon Begins Commercial Production of Pea Protein at Illinois Facility, Targets 2026 Profitability

June 9, 2025

Burcon NutraScience has commenced commercial production of its Peazazz C pea protein at its newly acquired manufacturing facility in Galesburg, Illinois. This marks the first time the company has had direct operational control over a commercial-scale production site. Quick ramp-up and forecasts The facility became operational less than three months after commissioning and is now ramping up output through the second half of 2025. The company projects between $1 million and $3 million in revenue for the calendar year 2025, and over $10 million in 2026. Positive cash flow is anticipated by the end of 2026. “The successful startup of our Galesburg facility marks a key operational milestone in Burcon’s commercial scale-up. In less than 90 days since commissioning, our team has brought next-generation protein …

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Oatly Announces Plan to Implement ADR Ratio Change

January 31, 2025

Oatly Group AB (Nasdaq: OTLY) has announced plans to change the ratio of its American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) to ordinary shares. Currently, one ADR represents one ordinary share. After the change, one ADR will represent twenty ordinary shares. This adjustment functions as a one-for-twenty reverse ADR split for Oatly’s ADR holders. However, this will not impact Oatly’s ordinary shares—no new shares will be issued or canceled as a result. The change is expected to take effect when trading opens on February 18, 2025, on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. Oatly’s ADRs will continue to be traded under the ticker symbol “OTLY.” No fractional ADRs will be issued due to the change. Instead, any fractional entitlements will be combined and sold by the depositary bank. The …

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Between Hype and Reality: Oatly and Beyond Meat as a Reflection of the Industry?

January 31, 2025August 28, 2024

The food sector is in the midst of radical change, driven by innovations in alternative proteins, AgTech and sustainable food production. While ‘new food’ companies have grown strongly in recent years, doubts are now emerging about their future viability, which are manifested in a much more difficult financing environment. To better understand this situation, it helps to take a look at listed companies such as Oatly and Beyond Meat, but also to look at the broader global and national financing situation. Oatly and Beyond Meat: the case of the pioneer shares Oatly and Beyond Meat were once at the forefront of the alternative protein revolution. Beyond Meat (BYND) went public in 2019 and quickly became a favourite of investors betting on the plant-based meat market. …

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Bolt Threads Completes Merger, Begins Trading on Nasdaq Under “BSLK”

August 14, 2024

Bolt Threads, Inc., a company specializing in sustainable biomaterials, has announced the completion of its business combination with Golden Arrow Merger Corp, a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC). The merger, which was approved by Golden Arrow’s shareholders on August 9, 2024, has resulted in the formation of a new entity named Bolt Projects Holdings Inc. The company’s common stock will begin trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market today under the ticker symbol “BSLK.” Dan Widmaier, the founder and CEO of Bolt Threads, will continue to lead the combined company. In a press release, Widmaier spoke optimistically about the company’s future in the public market, stating, “We are pleased to begin our next chapter in the public market as the leading biomaterials platform, focused on transforming …

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Above Food Corp. Goes Public: Shares Now Trading Under ‘ABVE’ on Nasdaq

July 1, 2024

Above Food Corp., a vertically integrated plant-based food company, announced the start of trading for the common shares and warrants of Bite Acquisition Corp. (formerly NYSE AMERICAN: BITE) and Above Food under the combined entity, Above Food Ingredients Inc. Trading begins today, July 1, on the Nasdaq Stock Market with the ticker symbols “ABVE” and “ABVE.W.” The business combination was approved by Above Food shareholders on June 7, 2024, and Bite’s stockholders on April 29, 2024. The transaction was finalized on June 28, 2024. Lionel Kambeitz, founder, CEO and executive chairman of Above Food Ingredients Inc., remarked on the milestone: “The completion of our business combination marks a major step forward in our vision to drive transformative change across the entire food value chain.” Strategic …

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Despite 8th Consecutive Quarterly Decline, Ethan Brown Predicts a “Pivotal and Terrific Year” for Beyond Meat

May 9, 2024May 9, 2024

Beyond Meat has reported its Q1 2024 financial earnings, communicating a continued decline in revenue, prompting a nearly 14% drop in the company’s stock. Net revenues fell 18% year-over-year to $75.6 million, marking the eighth consecutive quarter of year-over-year revenue declines for the company. This development follows a significant surge in the company’s stock value in February after Beyond announced its 2023 Q4 earnings. Despite a nearly 8% decline in Q4 revenue compared to the previous year, Beyond Meat received favorable reviews from analysts during the recent earnings call. This positive feedback was due to the fact that, although US sales decreased, the company’s performance exceeded analyst expectations. The decrease in revenue in Q1 was largely due to a 16.1% reduction in the volume of …

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Beyond Meat

Oatly Stock Rises Following Promising Q1 Financial Results

May 3, 2024

Leading oat milk producer Oatly has published its financial results for the first quarter of 2024, revealing an “encouraging start to the year”. The results have boosted Oatly stock, which is up 3.42% and has risen above the 200-day line. Compared to the same period last year, Oatly’s Q1 revenue rose by 1.8% to $199.2 million, while constant currency revenue increased by 1.2% due to growth in the North America and Europe & International segments. Gross margin reached 27.1%, up 9.7 percentage points. First quarter net loss was $45.8 million, an improvement of $29.8 million compared to Q1 2023; meanwhile, adjusted EBITDA loss was $13.2 million, a $36.7 million improvement. These results indicate that Oatly is moving towards break-even. For the remainder of 2024, Oatly …

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10 Vegan Stocks We’re Watching and Why

April 25, 2024April 25, 2024

According to data from Acumen, the global vegan food market revenue is poised to reach $49.6 billion by 2032 with a CAGR of 11.8% from 2023 to 2032. Investors aiming to tap into the rising interest in the vegan industry have a range of opportunities to consider, from stable, long-established companies like SunOpta to emerging, higher-risk ventures such as CULT Food Science Corp. Here are 10 vegan stocks that we are watching this year and why (to reveal the stock charts simply click the first check box). Beyond Meat (NASDAQ: BYND) Despite market volatility and competitive pressures, Beyond Meat remains a leader in innovation within the plant-based meat sector. While the current stock price is sitting significantly lower than the recent highs experienced after its …

What You Need To Know Before You IPO: George Khalife of Toronto Stock Exchange

March 27, 2024

George Khalife, VP of US Capital Formation on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) at TMX Group joins Elysabeth on The Plantbased Business Hour With Elysabeth Alfano to discuss taking Plant-based Innovation brands public on the exchange. Here, they break down what you need to know before you IPO. Specifically, they discuss: What is the TSX history with taking plant-based brands public? What have been the TSX successes and trouble spots with that? What is your view on taking plant-based brands public on TSX going forward? What is your view on the sector as a whole: past, present and future? What do companies need to know before they IPO? Below is a highlight clip and transcription from their long-form conversation. Podcast link here. Display “George Khalife …

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Examining the Beyond Meat Stock Surge After the Earnings Call

March 8, 2024

It is too early to say if Beyond Meat is bouncing back, but the brand did enjoy a small rally since its earnings call last week. Far from being out of the woods, why did The Street respond positively to CEO Ethan Brown’s call? Here are VegTech™ Invest CEO Elysabeth Alfano and Chief Investment Officer Sasha Goodman’s comments on analysts’ response to Beyond Meat, including a bit of the stock’s history. Wild Ride IPO Beyond Meat IPO’d during an exuberant time in 2019 with the stock rising 163% in one day, the largest rise of an IPO stock since 2008. It was exciting, to say the least. The valuation back then, however, was more aligned with the tech companies of the DotCom bubble than with …

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Beyond Meat

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Borealis Foods Inc, Maker of Gordon Ramsay-Backed Chef Woo Vegan Ramen, Announces NASDAQ Listing

February 7, 2024

Ontario-based Borealis Foods, a food tech company focused on vegan ramen products, announces today that it will commence trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker “BRLS” on February 8, 2024, following the closing of its previously announced business combination (“the Business Combination”) with Oxus Acquisition Corp. (“Oxus”). Borealis explains its focus on ramen products, stating that the noodles are enjoyed by over 5 billion people in a $40B global market, making it the most widely consumed packaged food on the market. “It is shelf-stable, convenient and offers one of the highest turnover for retailers. The category is ripe for disruption in a market limited by product differentiation, low retail profit margins, lackluster new product development and poor consumer perception,” says the Canadian brand. Ramsay’s touch …

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Oatly Partners With Carvel to Launch Oat Desserts in Nearly 300 US Stores, Oatly Stock Rises by 12%

January 23, 2024

Oatly, a global leader in oat milk production, has announced a new partnership with Carvel, one of America’s most beloved classic ice cream stores. Recently, the company partnered with Insomnia Cookies to serve Oatly’s Original and Chocolate Oatmilks in 250+ locations across North America, which prompted a stock surge of over 30% following the announcement. Similar trends follow this partnership announcement with Carvel, evidenced by a 12% rise in Oatly’s stock in the past 24 hours. An Oatly twist on classic favorites The collaboration introduces Oatly’s non-dairy frozen desserts in nearly 300 Carvel locations across 18 states, giving Carvel’s traditional dairy-centric offerings a plant-based upgrade. Drew Martin, EVP of Commercial Sales, Oatly North America, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership: “With ice cream traditionally being …

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Oatly

Hain Celestial Celebrates 30th Anniversary on the NASDAQ Exchange

January 8, 2024

Better-for-you brand manufacturer, The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAIN), celebrates its 30th anniversary of being listed on the NASDAQ. The occasion was marked by president and CEO Wendy Davidson, alongside Hain’s Executive Leadership team, ringing the Closing Bell at NASDAQ in Times Square, New York, on January 4, 2024. Davidson stated, “Today marks a significant milestone and a pivotal turning point in our company’s history. Our purpose is to inspire healthier living for people, communities, and the planet. We are proud and honored to celebrate with NASDAQ during Wellness Week to recognize our important role as a leader in better-for-your brands.” For 30 years, Hain Celestial has continued to grow its presence in the natural and organic space through brand acquisitions and now has …

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Oatly Stock Surges Following Partnership Announcement with Insomnia Cookies

December 4, 2023November 17, 2023

Oatly Group AB (Nasdaq: OTLY), the “world’s largest oat drink company,” known for its witty marketing campaigns, has announced a new collaboration in the US with Insomnia Cookies. Present at all 250+ locations across North America, Oatly’s 11oz Original and Chocolate Oatmilks are now featured alongside Insomnia Cookies’ assortment of signature warm cookies, desserts, and ice creams. Stock surge follows announcement Following a steady decline since mid 2021, Oatly’s stock surged by well over 30% after the announcement of the new partnership and has since leveled out. The company has been shifting toward an “asset-light supply chain strategy” in an effort to boost profitability and has stated that it is on track to post profits this year. Part of this strategy has included transferring plant …

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Oatly

What Happened to the Beyond Meat and Oatly Stocks?

November 7, 2023

Dr. Sasha Goodman, Chief Investment Officer of VegTech Invest, joins Elysabeth Alfano, CEO of VegTech Invest to discuss what has happened to the Beyond Meat and Oatly Stocks and, conversely, the large landscape of Plant-based Innovation companies in the public markets that are thriving. Think that Beyond Meat and Oatly are the only publicly traded plant-based innovation companies? Think again. Learn about the depth of the sector in this special episode of the Plantbased Business Hour, taken from the Upside & Impact: Investing for Change podcast, now also on the New York Stock Exchange’s platform, ETFCentral.com. Specifically, they discuss What other companies are publicly traded that are focusing on plant-based innovation? What common misconceptions exist about the alt protein sector? What is driving food systems innovation and is …

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Elysabeth Alfano

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Upside & Impact: Investing for Change Podcast Launches on ETF Central.com

November 3, 2023November 3, 2023

VegTech™ Invest announces that The Upside & Impact: Investing For Change podcast, hosted by CEO Elysabeth Alfano, is now available on ETFCentral.com, a destination website and platform for ETF investors and practitioners operated by Trackinsight and the New York Stock Exchange. The podcast airs twice monthly, every other Wednesday, and is produced by VegTech™ Invest, a Registered Investment Advisor focused on investing in public companies innovating for sustainable food systems transformation throughout the supply chain. On the podcast, Elysabeth dives deep with leaders in the impact investing space to uncover the potential financial upside and long-term impact of investing in sustainable sectors like alternative energy, transportation, building materials, biodiversity and natural-based solutions, and sustainable food systems transformation. Topics will range from protecting biodiversity and natural …

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VegTech Invest

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What Happened to the Beyond Meat and Oatly Stocks and What You Need To Know Before Your Company IPOs

September 26, 2023September 25, 2023

Insights from a Good Food Conference roundtable: what happened to the Beyond Meat and Oatly stocks and what you need to know before your company IPOs. At the Good Food Conference last week, a roundtable discussion took place on how the public markets inform the private markets and what has happened to the Beyond Meat and Oatly stocks. So much has changed since the heyday of the plant-based foods boom of 2019, 2020, and the first half of 2021. The public markets took a downturn in the last half of 2021, and this, in turn, caused a tightening in venture capital by 2022 as the private markets follow the public markets usually by around six months. It takes a while for the trickle-down of the …

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Chiron Capital Management Makes Strategic Investment in Beyond Meat, Recognizing the Potential of Plant-Based Meat

July 7, 2023

Chiron Capital Management reportedly purchased 10,953 shares of Beyond Meat (NASDAQ: BYND) at an estimated value of $178,000 in Q1, 2023 — a move signaling that the US fund is confident of the potential success of Beyond Meat and the plant-based meat market. The online platform Beststocks states that this strategic investment is fueled by thorough analysis and an astute understanding of market trends. It argues that by investing in Beyond Meat, Chiron Capital Management is part of a growing group of companies that recognize the potential of the alt protein sector. In February, Beyond Meat’s NASDAQ shares increased by 15% and months later reached its highest point in 52 weeks on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. In May, better-than-expected Q1 results boosted Beyond Meat stock …

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Beyond Meat

Beyond Meat to Raise $200M in Equity Offering as Q1 Results Surpass Expectations

May 11, 2023

Beyond Meat has reported that it is seeking to raise up to $200 million in an equity offering for “general corporate and working capital purposes”. The sales could be made at any time, either over the counter or negotiated privately. Goldman Sachs will be the sales agent. The news comes after the company posted better-than-expected results for the first quarter of 2023, with a smaller loss and greater revenue than predicted by Wall Street. Net loss narrowed to $59 million, while net revenue was $92.2 million — $1.4 million greater than expected. Following the publication of the results, shares in Beyond rose by 11% in extended trading before paring gains. Stronger revenue growth is now expected for the remainder of the year; Beyond’s food service …

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Beyond Meat

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Above Food Corp. to Be Listed on NY Exchange Through SPAC, Plans Takeover of Atlantic Natural Foods

May 5, 2023

Canada’s Above Food, producer of plant-based ingredients and CPGs, is to list on the NY exchange through a SPAC transaction with Bite Acquisition Corp. Additionally, the company is set to purchase Atlantic Natural Foods, whose subsidiaries include plant-based brands Loma Linda, CHICK’N, and Tuno, as part of the IPO. Above Food Corp. and Bite Acquisition Corp. enter a definitive business combination agreement that values the company at a pro forma enterprise value of approximately $319 million. Upon completion of the proposed transaction, Above Food will be a publicly traded company and is expected to be listed on the NYSE under the new ticker symbol “ABVE.” Above Food is a differentiated, vertically integrated plant-based ingredients and foods company committed to regenerative agriculture and sustainable food technologies …

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Above Food

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