The market for dairy alternatives has grown by around 8 percent annually over the last ten years. To meet the changing preferences of consumers, a major US dairy brand has now launched a vegan product line and introduced vegan ice cream made from pea protein.
Vegan Cheese from Miyoko’s Kitchen Enjoys High Popularity
The global dairy cheese industry is estimated to be worth $120 billion, but vegan alternatives to dairy cheese are expanding rapidly. According to a study by Variant, growth is expected to average 7.4 percent per year. The vegan cheese brand “Miyoko’s Kitchen” is profiting from this development, and is already recording strong growth.
HealthLabs.com: Test Panels for Vegan Nutrition
The growth in the number of vegans has prompted HealthLabs.com to develop an online test panel specifically designed to monitor concentration of nutrients. The panel will also provide information on allergies caused by animal products.
Sainsbury’s Expands Grab-and-Go Range with Jackfruit Wrap
The supermarket chain Sainsbury’s is launching a vegan wrap as an extension of its grab-and-go range. An essential component of the wraps is jackfruit, which can be used as a meat substitute.
Beauty Comes from Within – Nutricosmetics from Pure Encapsulations
Nutricosmetics are a new combination of nutritional supplements and cosmetics. This modern beauty treatment provides the body with the right nutrients for a well-groomed and healthy looking appearance – true to the motto “Beauty comes from within”.
The Lipstick Lobby – Vegan Lipstick to Save Lives
The Lipstick Lobby, the manufacturer of vegan cosmetics, has launched a new lipstick called “Fired up”. The name is intended to draw attention to the “Wear Orange” campaign, which is opposed to the sale and use of firearms. The ethically oriented company launched the new product on the occasion of the vote on reforms to amend the Firearms Act in the USA.
Market Report: Vegan Cheese and Processed Cheese in North America and Europe
The market report “North America and Europe Vegan Cheese and Processed Cheeses Market Report 2018: Top Companies, Regions, Driving Force and Forecast 2023” by Market Reports looks at the market for vegan cheese and processed cheese. The market report focuses on the main players, types and applications of the vegan cheese and processed cheese industry in North America and Europe.
Sweden: Max Burgers Focuses on New Vegan Burger Options
The Swedish hamburger chain “Max Burgers” is expanding its vegan and vegetarian range. With this move, it is responding to the decline in meat consumption in Sweden. The company wants to generate only half of its turnover with red meat by 2022 – this goal seems realistic based on the figures to date.
Coca-Cola Launches Vegan Milk Drinks on the European Market
Coca-Cola recently announced the launch of its new vegan beverages on the European market, under the label “AdeZ”. The company, known for its sweet fizzy drinks, is now increasingly focusing on healthier alternatives which meet the changing needs of consumers.
Vegavita – a Vegan Own Brand of REWE in Austria
REWE International AG’s vegan own brand “Vegavita” has operated in Austria since 2002. And its range of purely plant-based products – which are already available in various Austrian supermarkets – continues to grow.
Start-Up Aims to Replace Animal Gelatine by 2020
The new American start-up Geltor specialises in animal-free, plant-based gelatine, and is researching new biotechnological alternatives for this purpose. Geltor has set itself the goal of completely replacing conventional animal gelatine by 2020, and has already taken the first steps towards exploring markets.
Market Insight: The Market for Vegan Chocolate From 2017 to 2025
The market research institute “Transparency Market Research” recently published a new study with numerous analyses and forecasts relating to the market for vegan chocolate. The report covers the period 2017 to 2025 and, in addition to the various market segments, a wide variety of product categories are comprehensively examined and analysed.
Big Brother-Like YouTube Series Is All About Vegans
In the 4th season of the YouTube series “YouTube House”, the cast will for the first time consist exclusively of vegans.
The concept is simple. As with the television reality show “Big Brother”, several participants will live together in one house for a few weeks. In the new season, the series’ creator, Bryan Turner, will invite eight vegan YouTubers to his home in Los Angeles. Turner is a vegan and bodybuilder himself, and with about 250 thousand subscribers on YouTube, he too will participate in the series.
Vegini: “Our Next Innovation Will Be Vegini To-Go! Products”
In order to produce many vegan meat alternatives, ingredients such as soy, gluten or mushrooms are used. But not so with vegini. The Austrian company bases its products exclusively from peas, and wants to make the value chain shorter and more sustainable. We asked Lukas Wischenbart, responsible for Marketing & Sales at vegini, what the plans were for the German market.
Desert Essence Launches Vegan Toothpaste
Following the launch of vegan bamboo toothbrushes, there is now a matching vegan toothpaste on the market. Desert Essence’s new toothpastes do not contain fluorides, sodium lauryl sulfate, gluten or carrageenan, a controversial thickener found in many foods and personal care products. Instead, manufacturers use only natural and vegan ingredients.
USA – Ben and Jerry’s Offers Free Tastings
Ice cream manufacturer Ben and Jerry’s is organising tasting sessions in all its scoop shops in the USA. The new vegan flavours “Cinnamon Buns” and “Peanut Half Baked” will be offered. These do not contain any animal ingredients, as almond milk is used as a base.
“The Ugly Carrot” – Historical Building Becomes a Vegan Marketplace
In St. Louis Bay, a 1909 hall is being transformed into a marketplace for sustainable and vegan products. This will enable local farmers to offer their produce to the community.
Justin’s Exploits Growing Market Potential for New Confectionery Products
Justin’s, the Colorado-based nut butter brand, has introduced vegan almond and cashew butter cups for the first time at the Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago, adding a new product to the vegan confectionery market.
World Meat Free Week from 11 to 17 June 2018
World Meat Free Week is a public initiative run by the English association of the same name, which aims to raise awareness of and take action against the environmental and health problems associated with the global consumption of meat. With the support of many prominent partners, a “World Meat-free Week” will be held from 11 to 17 June 2018, in which anyone can participate.
USA: Delivery Service for Vegan Dishes is Expanding
Veestro, the US delivery service for vegan dishes, has been successfully operating for several years. Now, the company has announced expansion plans to meet the high demand for convenient, fast, and healthy food.
