News•Feb 27, 2026
EVU Outlines Path for Protein Diversification in 2028–2034 CAP Proposals
The European Vegetarian Union (EVU) released an analysis of the European Commission’s 2028‑2034 Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) proposals, highlighting opportunities to boost agricultural diversification and plant‑based protein crops. The paper flags eight promising measures and six areas of concern, recommending stronger incentives, multi‑annual support, and a dedicated protein sector within the Common Market Organisation. EVU urges that diversification become a systemic CAP objective, not a niche policy, to enhance EU food competitiveness and resilience. The analysis serves as a roadmap for upcoming CAP negotiations.
By Vegconomist
News•Feb 27, 2026
Investment Climate Podcast: Del Afonso of Harmony Baby Nutrition Shares How to Get Funded in 2026
Harmony Baby Nutrition’s founder Del Afonso outlined how the startup leveraged geo‑arbitrage to stretch its runway, establishing formulation labs in Brazil and analytical labs in Hong Kong while keeping headquarters in the U.S. The company secured a $6 million non‑dilutive grant...
By Vegconomist
News•Feb 27, 2026
Ingredion Launches New Pea Protein Solution
Ingredion has introduced VITESSENCE® Pea 100 HD, a pea‑protein ingredient engineered for cold‑pressed nutrition bars. The formulation tackles common texture problems by keeping bars soft over shelf life while eliminating gritty and chalky sensations. Sensory tests show a clean break...
By Vegconomist
Deals•Feb 27, 2026
Harmony Baby Nutrition Secures $6M Grant From Brazilian Development Agency
Harmony Baby Nutrition, a startup developing a sterile, human‑breastmilk‑based liquid infant formula, secured a $6 million non‑dilutive grant from the Brazilian Development Agency to build a local R&D and manufacturing hub. The funding will support its commercialization efforts and expansion in...
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News•Feb 26, 2026
Landmark Vote Positions Helsinki as a Plant-Based Policy Frontrunner
Helsinki City Council approved a landmark initiative to cut the city’s meat and dairy procurement by 50 % by 2030, replacing them with plant‑based meals in schools, daycares, hospitals and other municipal venues. The motion passed 57‑23 with broad cross‑party support...
By Vegconomist
News•Feb 26, 2026
Beyond Meat Expands New Line of Protein Drinks with Four Additional Flavors
Beyond Meat announced four new flavors for its Beyond Immerse sparkling protein drink—Cherry Berry, Strawberry Lemonade, Piña Colada, and Cucumber Grapefruit. The beverages, available in 10‑gram and 20‑gram protein versions, also deliver 7 grams of fiber, antioxidants and electrolytes. Launches are limited‑time and...
By Vegconomist
News•Feb 26, 2026
New Research Project at TU Berlin Develops Standardization for Plant Protein Functionality
A three‑year research initiative led by Prof. Dr. Stephan Drusch at TU Berlin, in partnership with the University of Hohenheim, is developing standardized methods to quantify the techno‑functional properties of plant proteins such as solubility, emulsification, gelation and foaming. The...
By Vegconomist
News•Feb 26, 2026
Happy Plant Protein Outlines New Value Creation Strategy for Mills and Agricultural Co-Ops
Happy Plant Protein, a Finnish food‑tech firm, introduced a dry‑extrusion process that converts locally sourced pea, faba bean, oat and soy flours into textured vegetable protein (TVP). The technology lets regional mills and agricultural co‑ops upgrade low‑margin flour into high‑value...
By Vegconomist