Plant Based Foods Association

We are reflecting on the transformative experience in D.C. when PBFA members and staff gathered to lobby for the plant-based foods industry on Capitol Hill last month. Our asks at Capitol Hill were simple but essential: 🌱 Oppose restrictive labeling laws that hinder innovation and limit consumer choice. 🌱 Urge President Biden to increase plant-based options in federal facilities. 🌱 Support the PLANT Act to make USDA programs accessible to plant-based farmers and companies. Powering progress for the plant-based food industry is also powering progress for our entire food system. We are proud to continue working towards a more equitable and sustainable food system in collaboration with the strong voices of our members. This work is ongoing and always a collaborative effort. Learn more about our recent lobbying and policy work: https://lnkd.in/eKuGT2rK #PBFA #Lobbying #PolicyWork #PlantBasedProgress

Exciting News! We're thrilled to announce our partnership with Tälist, bringing you a fantastic opportunity to showcase open positions. PBFA members can now post job listings on a specially curated version of the AltProtein.jobs job board, highlighting exclusive opportunities within our community. 🚀 Let's drive innovation and growth together in the plant-based food industry! Explore open positions at member companies and post your own, all within your member portal: https://lnkd.in/dpQ5Ri4X #PBFA #Partnership #JobBoard #PlantBased #CareerOpportunities

Thank you School Nutrition Association for the incredible forum to discuss increasing access to plant-based foods in school foods. PBFA's CEO Rachel Dreskin moderated a fireside chat with Peter McGuinness, of member company Impossible Foods, and Kevin Frank, MBA, SNS, of Detroit Public Schools. We look forward to further collaboration to expand nutritious, planet-friendly meal options for students.

Hot off the press! In addition to our 2023 Plant-Based Foods State of the Marketplace Report, we're excited to offer a new member-exclusive resource: the Member-Only 2023 Regional Insights Report. 🗺️ This report dives into demographic information, household penetration, repeat rates, and shopper insights across the Northeast, Midwest, South, and West. Available at no cost to all PBFA members. Download the report and dive in! https://buff.ly/3Y2vdaw

Exciting News! 🎉 Following our latest Plant-Based Foods State of the Marketplace report, we're thrilled to announce an exclusive Member Call Series. Join PBFA's Data & Consumer Insights Analyst, Linette Kwon, as she delves into the key topics from the report in our pre-recorded webinars. Topics include: 🌱 Sustainability 🌱 Plant-Based Dairy & Meat 🌱 Clean Label Foods ...and more! Gain unique insights and actionable retail strategies to elevate your business. 📊💡 This valuable resource is exclusively for our members! 🌿 Members can watch here: https://buff.ly/46bZ0jc #PlantBased #Sustainability #CleanLabel #PBFA

Join us at IFT First from July 14-17th in Chicago! 🌱📅 PBFA/I's Director of International Programs, Tawanda Muzhingi, will be speaking in the session "How Can We Effectively Collaborate to Deliver a Healthy, Sustainable Food System?" Don't miss the "Understanding Plant Based Foods Labeling Restrictions to Empower Brands and Consumers" exhibit hall poster at Booth 148, presented by Tawanda Muzhingi and PBFA's Data Analyst, Linette Kwon. We can't wait to connect with you in Chicago! https://buff.ly/3LGOZ49 #IFTFirst #PBFA #PlantBased #SustainableFood Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)

We're excited to announce the release of our latest quarterly one-pager! This edition offers in-depth insights into plant-based snacks and sweets, along with actionable strategies for your business. Explore trending plant-based snack categories, understand consumer preferences, and learn how to implement these insights into your products and marketing goals. Our member-exclusive reports are concise, informative, and focused on delivering valuable content on current trends. Don't miss out on these insights—download the full report now! https://buff.ly/4cAKvYz #PBFA #MemberExclusive

📬 Check your inbox! Our latest newsletter is here. Curious about what's inside? Catch up on all the highlights from June's edition of The Digest. Stay informed with the latest industry news and keep up with everything happening in the plant-based food world. Here's a preview of what we've published this month: 🌱 Sowing Seeds of Change: PBFA Members Lobby on Capitol Hill for Policies That Support Plant-Based Foods 🏳️🌈 Celebrating Pride Month: Ways to Support the LGBTQ+ Community 🌍 What U.S. Marketplace Leaders Can Learn From International Retailers as They Rally Behind Plant-Based for Category Growth 🍽️ 4 Key Trends From the 2024 National Restaurant Association Show that Demonstrate Plant-Based Innovation 🥇 Everything’s Coming Up Plant-Based: 5 Recent Industry Wins Check out these updates and more on The Digest! https://buff.ly/3W3czNg Not subscribed to our newsletter yet? Head to the bottom of our homepage and sign up to stay informed of the latest industry news. #PlantBased #IndustryNews

Calling all PBFA members: Receive direct feedback from chefs through an exclusive Plant-Based Chef Panel, hosted in collaboration with Palate Insights. We are excited to offer this opportunity to all PBFA members interested in refining their product formulation and performance, utilizing unique product selling points to improve pitches and connect with foodservice industry leaders and PBFA members. A few spots are left - sign up before 7/8 to secure your place! https://buff.ly/3VKUu68 (This opportunity is open to all PBFA member companies.) #PBFAMember #Foodservice #ProfessionalDevelopment

✨REGISTER TODAY✨ Enter the community’s virtual roundtable event—an innovation powerhouse where plant-based businesses converge to ignite connections, amplify engagement, and supercharge their learning! This series is a destination for like-minded members in the trenches of our sector to converge, share experiences, and forge connections. ⚡️ What’s in store: Engrossing discussions, exchange of innovative strategies, best practices, and actionable insights that’ll empower members to navigate the complexities of today's market with confidence. This roundtable, we're talking all about budget. Reserve your spot for Wednesday, July 17th at 2-3 PM ET if you’re responsible for a portion of your company’s operating budget! We’ll dive into these strategies when it comes to making your dollars stretch and using them wisely: 1. Plan: What expenses are in your control and can be planned in advance for significant cost savings? 2. Perform: What functions can be handled in-house, which need to be managed externally, and which can wait? 3. Prioritize: Where should costs be cut, and where should they not? If you’re a PBFA member, make sure to peruse the agenda and register to attend on the Member Portal: https://buff.ly/3VWc5th