Product development and innovation company Griffith Foods has announced the launch of its first alternative proteins portfolio.
The portfolio showcases the products developed by the company’s chefs and R&D colleagues globally, along with on-trend food concepts featuring these products. Customers can choose to use the concepts as they are, or as inspiration for new creations requiring further development. Key categories in the portfolio include seasonings, sauces, dressings, bindings, and coatings.
Griffith Foods previously committed to expanding its presence in alternative proteins as part of its Long Range Planning and 2030 Aspirations, published in 2023. The company noted at the time that the sector had significant growth potential, making the expansion a wise financial decision. Furthermore, Griffith Foods recognized the potential of alternative proteins to help the company achieve its environmental and ethical goals, which encompass regenerative agriculture, net zero emissions, nutrition, and serving the underserved.
The portfolio will be expanded in the coming years, and Griffith Foods plans to grow alternative proteins to 10% of its overall business.

Cornerstone category
Last year, Griffith Foods published a report illustrating the rise of vegetables and plant-based foods across North America. It found that there had been a 3.2-fold increase in interest in plant-based packaged foods in Canada, while 62% of Mexican consumers were prioritizing spending on fruits and vegetables.
Research conducted by the company in 2023 reportedly found that 78% of global consumers believed plant-based foods were equally or more nutritious than animal proteins, while 60% of meat-eaters had considered reducing their meat consumption.
“Partnering with customers to create new alternative protein products is nothing new to Griffith Foods,” said the company. “In fact, we have been developing plant-based and vegan solutions for over 50 years. However, we are excited to announce that we are launching an Alternative Proteins Portfolio, a first step in our quest to make this category a cornerstone of our business.”