Improvements in alternative proteins & an emerging consumer shift to reducing meat consumption have been resisted by big farming lobbies & many politicians, who have banned #plantbasedfoods from using terms traditionally associated with meat..

Protein Push Meets Bakery Indulgence From 20g-protein bagels and GLP-1-friendly cookies to sourdough loaves and pancake-inspired mashups, processors chased health and happiness alike. In 2025, bakery innovation proved consumers want both...

From 2022 to 2025, the Innova Database tracked an 11.4% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) increase in bakery launches making a protein rich claim in the USA.
www.preparedfoods.com/articles/131...

#agtech #foodtech #innovation #protein #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #health #weightloss #glp1 #esg

Busting the Protein Myth: 7 Plant Foods That Actually Out-Perform Meat for Building Muscle (It's Plant Foods Versus Meat) | Flipboard yourlifestylelibrary.com - My daughter was a competitive figure skater and represented Great Britain at a high level, and her sports nutritionist gave us lots of advice over …

flip.it/Erp284 Recent research shows that plant protein can build muscle just as well as meat. In some cases, it does an even better job. #healthyeating #protein #healthyliving #nutrition #flipboardusergroup #muscle #buildingmuscle #protein #plantbasedfoods #plantbaseddiet #diet #plantbased

Plant-based innovation: Ingredient leaders drive shift from meat replacements to nutrient-rich solutions The bar for plant-based innovation has risen over the past few years. Consumers now expect more than meat-free substitutes — they want high-protein, nutritionally optimized products that align w...

Thanks for the mention Insha Naureen! Next-generation #plantproteins are leading the way!

Plant-based product innovation is on the “cusp of a revolutionary upswing”
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#agtech #foodtech #innovation #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #nutrition #health #glp1

News: Burcon Announces Details on Special Meeting of Shareholders and Amendment to Outstanding Warrants

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#agtech #foodtech #innovation #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #sustainableinvesting #pureplay #esg #glp1 #financing #warrants #shares $BU

What Investors Need to See - Funding Novel Food Startups FoF speaks to - Adam Bergman - Managing Director of EcoTech Capital Investment

Has the funding of plant based foods and cultivated meat all dried up?

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#investment #altprotein #ecotech #plantbasedfoods #cultivatedmeat #novelfoods

2026 Future Food Trends: Hybrid Dairy, GLP-1, Women's Wellness & Kids' Nutrition Green Queen founding editor Sonalie Figueiras sets out the most important futute food trends to watch every year. Here are her predictions for 2026.

Blended protein, nutrition and sustainability highlights of 2026 food trends!

www.greenqueen.com.hk/2026-future-...

#agtech #foodtech #nutrition #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #health #sustainability #glp1 #esg #meatless #dairyfree #vegan #vegetarian #renewable #sustainablefoods #futureoffood

Tufts University Hosts the Fourth Annual ‘Future of Food Innovation Day’ January 8, 2026 | Newswise Tufts University, a leader in research and innovation at the intersection of science, engineering and food policy, will host its fourth annual Future of Food Innovation Day on January 8, 2026 at the J...

Tufts University Hosts the Fourth Annual ‘Future of Food Innovation Day’ January 8, 2026
www.newswise.com/articles/tuf...
#food #foodsustaibility #foodindustry #FutureOfFood #plantbasedfoods #cellularagriculture #FoodInnovation

Danone reveals what is next for protein With demand for protein climbing but understanding about different types and benefits lagging, Danone unveils how it is helping consumers move beyond grams per serving to understand quality, digestibi...

Excellent coverage on the growing protein trend, and specifically, the plant-based protein demand!
www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2025...

#agtech #foodtech #innovation #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #esg #glp1 #health #nutrition #fitness #lifestyle #flexitarian #meatless #sustainable

UK Food Manufacturers Urged to Reformulate Products With More Plant Proteins and Fibre - vegconomist - the vegan business magazine The UK has been urged to increase dietary fibre intake and boost the role of legumes and plant proteins in everyday diets.

UK Food Manufacturers Urged to Reformulate Products With More Plant Proteins and Fibre

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#agtech #foodtech #innovation #foodsecurity #sustainableliving #sustainablefoods #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #newproteins #peaprotein #canolaprotein #sunflowerprotein #favaprot

Food companies are under pressure to innovate faster than ever before As social media shortens the lifespan of certain ingredient trends, the industry remains torn over whether to focus efforts on fewer and bigger bets.

Companies have to keep up with social trends, dietary preferences and changing demographics, otherwise they could “miss some of the business opportunities”

www.fooddive.com/news/food-in...

#agtech #foodtech #innovation #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #futureoffood #newproteins #esg #glp1 #campbell

Plant-based protein: Functionality grows as meat alternatives fade Soy, pea, chickpea, lupin - plant-based proteins are many. But not all have the same potential for growth. Which ones could take the market by storm, and which are more likely to decline than rise? An...

"Pea, chickpea and sunflower proteins show strongest growth potential globally"

www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2025...

#plantbasedtrends #innovation #agtech #foodtech #plantbasedfoods #futureoffood #peaprotein #canolaprotein #favaprotein #sunflowerprotein #taste #nutrition #health #glp1 #esg

Study shows Burcon’s pea and sunflower protein ingredients boost plant-based cheese Plant-based cheese has been criticized over the last few years because often it doesn’t have the same taste sensation, mouthfeel, melting and functional properties consumers associate with tradi...

Thank you Food Ingredients First for the feature!

“Burcon’s pea protein outperformed all other commercial pea protein isolates currently available for plant-based cheese production,”
www.foodingredientsfirst.com/news/burcon-...

#agtech #foodtech #innovation #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #dairyfree

Global Insights Fuel Emerging Protein Sources Beyond the technical advances in protein properties and sourcing, awareness of international food standards is crucial for suppliers and food processors with global involvement...

Thanks for the mention Claudia O'Donnell! Excellent article on emerging protein sources. The world needs more #sustainable, #plantbased #protein sources to feed its #growingpopulation

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#agtech #foodtech #innovation #plantbasedfoods #foodsecurity #esg

Plant power: How plant-based trends are shaping the future of the functional beverages industry Consumers are increasingly interested in health-conscious, sustainable, and transparent ingredient choices, leading to a rise in botanical infusions, adaptogens, functional mushrooms, prebiotic sodas,...

Plant-based functional beverages tap into a trio of consumer characteristics: health consciousness, lifestyle shifts and a demand for ingredient transparency.

www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2025...

#agtech #foodtech #climatetech #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #plantbasedbeverages #innovation #glp1

Plant-based alternatives: Why brands can win with new flavor innovation Plant-based alternative brands are missing opportunities to attract consumers due to a lack of new flavor innovation. A gap has emerged between consumer expectations of taste and flavor in alt-meat an...

According to Innova Market Insights, 60% of global consumers agree, or strongly agree, that plant-based alternative flavors will eventually improve
www.foodingredientsfirst.com/news/plant-b...

#agtech #foodtech #taste #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #futureoffood #innovation #newflavor #newproduct

“We are very pleased to welcome Phil and Richard to our board as we enter the next phase of growth.”

Burcon Announces New Board Members and Results of Shareholder Meeting
burcon.ca/2025/09/burc...

#agtech #foodtech #innovation #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #agm #sustainableinvesting #climatetech

Reminder: Burcon Virtual AGM Begins Today at 10am PT / 1pm ET

To Attend the AGM Webcast -

Shareholders and duly appointed proxyholders can attend the AGM and view the Company’s presentation at: meetnow.global/MGFMCJG

#agtech #foodtech #innovation #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #esg #glp1 #tech

Burcon NutraScience begins selling canola protein isolate Puratein C offers nutritional, functional and flavorful properties.

Thanks for the mention Jeff Gelski!
www.bakingbusiness.com/articles/647...

With high solubility, exceptional functionality and a complete nutritional profile, Puratein C is your ideal #plantbased protein. Commercially available now!

#agtech #foodtech #innovation #plantbasedfoods #canola #esg #glp1

“The first sales of Puratein canola protein mark another step in scaling Burcon’s innovation into the market...”

Burcon Achieves First Commercial Sales of High-Purity Canola Protein
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#agtech #foodtech #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #innovation #health #canola #nutrition #glp1

Burcon was invited to speak with Paul Andreola and the Smallcap Discoveries investor community on August 7, 2025.

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#agtech #foodtech #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #futureoffood #sustainableinvesting #sustainablefinance #foodsecurity #innovation #greentech #growthstory #10bagger

Thank you Melissa Bradshaw for highlighting Burcon's portfolio of next-generation plant #protein #ingredients in The Plant Base Aug Sept issue. Contact us to learn more about our innovative proteins!

#agtech #innovation #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #newproduct #newingredients #nutrition #health

Thanks for the mention Donna Berry and Food Business News! We really appreciate you highlighting Burcon's 90%+ #plantbased #protein ingredients, in particular, our new-to-the-world high purity sunflower proteins!

#innovation #plantbasedfoods #agtech #foodtech #newproduct #newprotein #sustainable

Burcon Announces Fiscal 2026 First Quarter Results

“Burcon is entering a defining phase—evolving from technology pioneer to revenue-generating, innovation leader in plant protein”

News: Burcon Announces Fiscal 2026 First Quarter Results
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#agtech #foodtech #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #proteins #innovation #tech #esg #glp1

Protein remains king in 2025 Seventy percent of consumers report trying to consume protein as part of their diet, up from 59% in 2022.

#Protein remains the most sought after #nutrient in American consumers’ #diets, according to results from two consumer surveys from the International Food Information Council (IFIC).

www.foodbusinessnews.net/articles/287...

#agtech #foodtech #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #nutrition #health #glp1

Top proteins trends in 2025: From cell cultivated to plant-based A deep dive into the consumer shifts, ingredient innovations and market opportunities redefining the global protein landscape

High-protein #diets remain in demand, with 58–70% of consumers looking to increase protein content in their meals
www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2025...

#agtech #foodtech #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #protein #nutrition #glp1 #health #weightloss #gains #fitness #lean #cleanlabel #innovation #esg

Plant-based food market could triple by 2035 The market for plant-based food has seen better days. However, a recent report suggests that its best days could be ahead of it - it could triple by 2035.

Plant-based food market could triple by 2035 driven by health, sustainability and demand for nutrient-dense products.

www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2025...

#agtech #foodtech #marketgrowth #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #nutrition #health #wellness #fitness #weightloss #glp1 #esg #sustainability

Burcon launches 90% pure fava protein isolate, expands plant-based innovation portfolio Burcon NutraScience Corporation has launched FavaPro, a high-purity fava bean protein isolate now in commercial production. The new ingredient contains over 90% protein and is designed to support the ...

Thanks for the mention Food Ingredients First!

FavaPro™, a 90%+ high-purity fava protein isolate, is Burcon's latest plant-based protein innovation.

www.foodingredientsfirst.com/news/burcon-...

#agtech #foodtech #plantbased #plantbasedfoods #nutrition #protein #health #weightloss #glp1 #esg

Food science expo at McCormick Place spotlights innovations amid economic uncertainty More than 1,000 exhibitors attended this year's Institute of Food Technologists expo, with some Illinois companies sharing how they have navigated tariffs and supply chain challenges.

Thank you Amy Yee for featuring Burcon in the @chicago.suntimes.com
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