Australia Sees Cooling Demand for Alternative Proteins
Australia’s alternative protein sector is facing signs of slowing consumer demand despite strong growth expectations over the past decade. Australians currently consume more than 22 kg of meat and 90 kg of dairy products per person annually, while around 60% of consumers report having tried or expressed interest in trying plant-based products. Rising interest in…
Lower Prices Drive Plant-Based Growth in Europe
Plant-based food sales volumes increased across four major European markets in 2025 as improved price competitiveness encouraged greater consumer adoption, according to new analysis by the Good Food Institute (GFI) Europe based on Circana retail sales data. Sales volumes grew in France, Germany, Italy, and Spain during the year, while the Netherlands recorded a slight…
Mississippi Becomes First State to Ban Lab-Grown Dairy
Mississippi has become the first US state to ban the manufacture, sale and distribution of lab-grown dairy products after House Bill 1153 was enacted in March 2026. The new law, which takes effect from July 1, 2026, prohibits any “cell-cultured dairy product” intended to replicate or substitute for milk and derived from animal cells cultured…