Responsibly sourced and manufactured alternative proteins, particularly in the meat alternatives category, will be key to closing the protein gap.
Meat alternatives consumers look to meat alternatives to address their concerns around health and wellness, dietary variety and the health of the planet. However, they are unwilling to compromise on great taste and texture or household budget***.
At Cargill, we know that when it comes to improving taste, texture, and cost in meat alternatives, everything needs to work together. We can’t prioritize the eating experience at the expense of affordability, and we can't achieve price parity if it means compromising on ingredients or nutrition.
Cargill’s Meat Alternatives business is about turning these challenges into opportunities, by bringing a team of experts together to support your goals.
Sources: *World Resources Institute-2019 Report, **Euromonitor 2023-2028, Market size forecast, ***Innova Trends Survey 2024-Global
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