Meat / Protein: Page 12

  • People in food safety protective gear handle yellow plastic tubs on a metal table in the middle of a room with metal walls, tubing and fans.
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    Arizona could join states in stand against cultivated meat

    The Grand Canyon state joins Florida, Texas, and others in exploring or imposing additional requirements that would prohibit the sale in their states.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 11, 2024
  • Former Tyson CEO Dean Banks has been appointed to lead Indigo Ag into a bright and profitable future.
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    Former Tyson CEO to helm carbon farming startup Indigo Ag

    Dean Banks joins as the company, which also manufactures alternative fertilizers, closes a $270 million fundraising round.

    By Nathan Owens • Jan. 10, 2024
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Food Dive

    The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future. 

    By Food Dive staff
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    Meati Foods at Target? It’s part of the plant-based company’s growth strategy

    The mushroom meat maker opens the new year with a major retail distribution deal and more lofty goals.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 10, 2024
  • A double-decker plant-based burger with lettuce and tomato, American cheese, pickles and other toppings sitting on a white wood-grain surface with white wood paneling in the background.
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    Beyond Meat CFO takes on chief accounting officer responsibilities

    Following Henry Dieu’s departure from the plant-based pioneer, Lubi Kutua is adding to his already full plate.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 10, 2024
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    Sales of sugary drinks plunge 33% in cities taxing those beverages, study finds

    The American Beverage Association, which represents Coca-Cola and PepsiCo, said these taxes have not improved public health or reduced calories in a meaningful way.

    By • Jan. 9, 2024
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    6 food trends to watch in 2024

    Artificial intelligence will play a more prominent role in the new year as plant-based, traditional meat and breakfast cereal manufacturers face challenges in their sectors.

    By Food Dive Staff • Jan. 9, 2024
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    Minnesota lost 7% of its dairies in a year

    The state reported a net loss of 58 permits in November alone as farmers across the country struggled with high input costs and low commodity values.

    By Nathan Owens • Jan. 8, 2024
  • Dishes of food including spaghetti and meatballs, meat curry, pasta with meat sauce, rice and frisee salad fill a table. Four hands with utensils are scooping up some of the food.
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    Nutritional quality and affordability drive ingredients trends for 2024: report

    T. Hasegawa has dubbed 2024 "the year of the return to comfort.”

    By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 4, 2024
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    Controversial Prop 12 rule takes full effect in the new year

    Pork products sold in California must adhere to regulations that prohibit the use of swine gestation crates as of Jan. 1, 2024.

    By Nathan Owens • Jan. 4, 2024
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    Steakholder Foods crafts 3-D printed eel

    The Israeli cultivated meat company touts this as the “world’s first” product of its kind that accurately replicates the “complex texture” of the fish.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 4, 2024
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    Cal-Maine to acquire Tyson plant for egg production

    The company said it will convert the Missouri facility, which was shuttered by Tyson last year, to grade eggs.

    By • Jan. 3, 2024
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    Opinion

    Don’t fall for the meat industry’s COP out

    Meat and dairy industry representatives made a big show at COP28 claiming that they want to be a part of the solution to combat climate change, but Farm Sanctuary president Gene Baur sees it as mere greenwashing.

    By Gene Baur • Dec. 20, 2023
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    Beyond Meat launches new burger patties at Costco

    The California plant-based pioneer say they crafted a patty that is closer in taste to real beef.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Dec. 20, 2023
  • A hand holds a bundle of herbs above a fiery double-decker grill with Meati Steaks and Cutlets with grill marks on the bottom left, asparagus on the bottom right, and a frying pan of stir fry and corn
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    Meati Foods adds 2 sports moguls to investor list

    Gymnast Aly Raisman and NBA star Chris Paul join Derek Jeter and Rachel Ray in providing funding to the mushroom-root plant-based company, whose goal is to become the market leader by 2025.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Dec. 14, 2023
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    Bird flu hits Cal-Maine, Post Holdings

    The rapid spread of avian influenza is creating production complications for some of the nation's biggest food companies.

    By Nathan Owens • Dec. 13, 2023
  • Activists protest with signs calling for climate action on food systems.
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    Here’s the UN’s roadmap for agriculture to reach net-zero emissions

    A landmark report released at COP28 says wholesale changes to production practices and diets will be needed to keep temperatures in check while ensuring food security needs are met.

    By • Dec. 11, 2023
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    Column

    Leftovers: Perdue takes on takeout with air fryer-ready wings | Idahoan shreds potato category with bold flavors

    The poultry giant aims to combat soggy chicken wings with a home-cooked alternative, and vertical farm Oishii debuts a sweet tomato developed using AI.

    By Food Dive staff • Dec. 8, 2023
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    Pea fiber market poised for growth as dietary preferences shift

    Puris Protein, AM Nutrition and other leading plant-based suppliers could see high levels of business activity through 2034, according to a new report.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Dec. 7, 2023
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    Daiya revamps dairy-free cheese products

    The company said the new oat cream blend, developed using fermentation technology, gives its offerings the same melt factor and taste as animal-based alternatives.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Dec. 7, 2023
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    Impossible Foods broadens portfolio with plant-based franks

    The vegan hot dogs will be available in retailers and grocers in 2024 after debuting in a New York City pop-up this month.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Dec. 6, 2023
  • A partially sliced Juicy Marbles Plant-Based Loin Roast sits on a wooden cutting board on a textured white surface, A knife and mustard seeds are on the board, and a plate, sauce and herbs are near.
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    Exposure doesn’t sway consumers to plant-based meat

    A new study from Appetite suggests companies must adopt creative strategies to broaden their consumer base.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 30, 2023
  • Robotic arms pack cases of Tyson products.
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    Tyson debuts $300M highly automated chicken plant

    The Virginia facility is one of the food giant's most technologically advanced, and is expected to churn out 4 million pounds of protein a week.

    By • Nov. 30, 2023
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    Turkey drags down Hormel earnings amid inflation, bird flu headwinds

    In the company’s earnings call, CEO Jim Snee signaled caution ahead of the new year, projecting a decline in sales as consumers cut back on spending.

    By • Nov. 30, 2023
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    Food system transformation on the menu at COP28

    Agriculture will be central to climate talks for the first time as the UN pushes nations to tackle farming's toll on the environment.

    By • Nov. 29, 2023
  • Kraft Heinz's plant-based macaroni and cheese.
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    Kraft Heinz launches plant-based mac & cheese

    The product, which starts hitting shelves this week, is the third innovation launched by the CPG giant and food tech company NotCo in just over a year.

    By • Nov. 29, 2023