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Wendy’s Takes Aim at “Bland” Plant-Based Fast Food Options With New Spicy Burger Launch

US fast-food restaurant Wendy’s is aiming to break into the plant-based fast-food category by launching the new Spicy Black Bean Burger in selected stores. The international chain has also taken aim at one of its biggest rivals, accusing McDonald’s plant-based offerings of being “bland”.  “Certain plant-based creations have spawned a bland reputation for the category — looking at you McImpossible — but luckily, Wendy’s has spice in her DNA.” – Wendy’s, as reported by CNN. As plant-based menu items explode in the fast-food sector, most restaurants are focused on high-tech plant-based options that replicate the taste of animal meat, like Beyond Meat’s recent deal with McDonald’s as well as Yum! Brands KFC, Taco Bell, and Pizza Hut. Instead, Wendy’s has opted for a more classic …

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Tyson Foods Considers Itself a Protein Producer and Investor for Vegan Companies

In an interview with Feedstuffs, Tom Hayes, the new managing director of meat giant Tyson Foods, spoke about his past investments in plant-based companies and provided insights into the company’s expected future development. He explained why it is so important for Tyson Foods to change public perception of the company, becoming known as a protein producer rather than a meat producer. A sustainable corporate mission statement, the well-being of employees and improved conditions in animal agriculture are issues with which the company’s management will be increasingly concerned in the future.

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