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Studies & Numbers

Study: 38% of German and UK Adults Plan to Eat More Plant-Based Food

A new study has indicated that 38% of German and UK adults intend to change their diets by consuming more plant-based food. Conducted by GFI Europe in partnership with Plant Futures and market research agency HarrisX, the study surveyed 4,827 people across the two countries, which are Europe’s largest plant-based markets. It found that 51% of respondents intend to either eat more plant-based foods or consume less meat and dairy, with around one in five planning to do both. These three groups are described as follows: Understanding consumer motivations Under 10% of participants described themselves as vegan or vegetarian, but 31% in the UK and 39% in Germany said they were flexitarians who limited their meat consumption. About two-thirds in both countries had eaten at …

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UK plant-based protein sector unites in growth commitment

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Fairs & Events

40+ UK Plant-Based Companies Gather in United Front to Forge a Path & Propel Sector Forward

Over 40 businesses, retailers, and NGOs in the UK plant-based protein sector recently came together at the inaugural Plant-Based Proteins Workshop, hosted by Plant Futures. Participants included allplants, the Coller Foundation, Veganuary, Veg Capital, The Tofoo Co, and many more. In a move described as “unprecedented”, the organisations made a clear commitment to collaboration and growth, strategising on ways to rejuvenate the sector. They identified seven critical areas to inform the development of a growth strategy: Unity — Collaboration could unlock the sector’s growth potential, and a shared roadmap will be developed as a guide. Leadership — A coherent narrative and governance are necessary, as too much is currently open to interpretation. Positioning — Most attendees agreed that there should be a focus on highlighting …

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