Vegan biodesign startup raises $91 million for extensive animal-free collagen and gelatin production
‘Our goal is to make it ridiculously easy for iconic brands to build sustainable products’ Vegan collagen manufacturer Geltor has raised $91.3 million in a Series B investment round led by alternative protein investor CPT Capital. The Silicon Valley biodesign startup, which makes animal free bioavailable proteins, intends to use the new capital to expand its …
Nestlé to launch world’s first vegan condensed oat milk in UK
Carnation has developed a plant-based version of is classic condensed milk for vegans to enjoy desserts without ‘having to compromise on taste, texture, or appearance’ Swiss food giant Nestlé is set to release a vegan version of its iconic Carnation condensed milk in the UK this September. The new product is made with a blend …
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Plant-based food market to be worth $74.2 billion by 2027, says report
The plant-based food industry is projected to see tremendous growth worldwide as consumers re-evaluate their diets driven by a combination of environmental, ethical and health concerns. A “Plant Based Food Market” report has predicted that the plant-based market will grow at a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.9 percent from 2020- 2027. The report released …
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Hailey Bieber is eating ‘mostly’ plant-based, asks 2.8 million followers for suggestions
American supermodel Hailey Bieber has revealed she is trying to transition to a mostly plant-based diet. Hailey Rhode Bieber, is trying to switch to eating more vegan and is looking for helpful tips and suggestions. Married to Pop-star Justin Bieber for over 2 years, the “I Don’t Care” crooner’s wife has been experimenting with healthier …
Aldi just won ‘Top Grocer’ award for its ‘bountiful’ vegan options
‘Aldi recognizes that shoppers today are looking for products that match their personal values and needs, which is why it’s stocking shelves with plant-based foods galore’ Aldi has bagged vegan charity PETA’s ‘Top Grocer Award’ for stocking bountiful vegan options. According to PETA, Aldi deserves the award for ‘promoting compassion for all animals’ and “protecting …
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Beyond Meat and NBA Stars team up to fight racial inequality
‘Our goal has always been to use food as a vehicle for change’ Plant-Based food startup Beyond Meat has partnered with the newly formed non-profit Social Change Fund (SCF), a nonprofit founded by NBA players Chris Paul, Dwayne Wade, and Carmelo Anthony in collaboration with Black industry organizations to address socio-economic injustice issues facing coloured …
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Nike, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and other retailers caught selling banned kangaroo skins in California
Story: Nine major athletic footwear manufacturers and more than 100 retailers as well as online stores have been selling “k-leather” soccer shoes in California despite a statewide ban. Shoe companies such as Nike, Adidas, Lotto, New Balance, Pantofola d’Oro, Puma, and Umbro have been found guilty of shipping k-leather soccer shoes to California. K-leather refers …
Vegan boxing champ Mike Tyson is returning to the ring at 54 years
The legendary boxer has announced his return to the ring this year with an exhibition fight against Roy Jones. Former world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson is making a comeback to the ring at age 54 after retiring from the sport in 2005. He is set to have a face-off with 51-year-old Roy Jones Jr. in …
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Dragons Den’s Deborah Meaden will help a UK dairy farm switch to plant-based production
‘It takes vision to look beyond the now and the familiar but success demands that of us every day’ Dragons’ Den’s star Deborah Meaden and PETA have teamed up to run a new competition in a bid to help struggling dairy farmers. The competition is open to all UK dairy farmers looking to transition to …
Laker JaVale McGee joins Snoop Dogg as investor in vegan snack brand
‘You’d never know they’re plant-based and packed with clean protein to keep you fueled’ Vegan snack brand Outstanding Foods, maker of popular PigOut Pigless Pork Rinds just completed a $5M round of financing led by SternAegis Ventures. The brand, which is known for creating healthy snacks that can be enjoyed mindfully without sacrificing taste or …
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Martha Stewart is teaching Snoop Dogg to grow plant-based food on new show
‘For most of us, summer is the time to flex our green thumbs and sharpen our do-it-yourself skills’ Snoop Dogg is set to appear in Martha Stewart’s New HGTV Gardening Show- ‘Martha Knows Best’. In the first episode premiering on Friday, July 31st, Stewart and Dogg will “explore the world of container gardens” and the …
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M&S just launched vegan cornettos and magnum style ice-creams for summer
UK’s most prestigious high street retailer has added three exciting new plant-based products to its Plant Kitchen range. M&S has expanded its vegan ice-cream range by adding two delectable new frozen treats– Chocolate & Caramel Sticks and Chocolate & Vanilla Cones. The Chocolate & Caramel Stick features caramel and vanilla ice creams wrapped in chocolate …
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