Oats become a bigger player, and barley shows promise.

Nexira has acquired Unipektin Ingredients AG, a Swiss company that offers hydrocolloids and other ingredients.

Will make its dairy-free cream cheese at the plant.

Euromonitor forecasts global alternative protein market to reach $45 billion by 2025.

Plant-based lifestyles and sustainable goodness among consumer trends to watch in 2022.

Startup produces cheese alternatives formulated with imperfect cauliflower and hemp seeds.

New alternative milk platform mimics the taste of dairy.

Conventional processors seek to stand out.

The mix of traditional and plant-based foods and beverages give consumers more options.

Will invest in early-stage plant-based, cultivated meat and dairy makers.