Janay Laing

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US Correspondent at Vegconomist - en Español

Cooking Teacher and Writer at Freelance

Plant-based advocate, writer

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Abbot’s Butcher Launches Clean-Label Chorizo and Chopped Chick'n at All US Sprouts Markets

Apr 6, 2023 | vegconomist.com | Janay Laing

Abbot’s Butcher, maker of clean-label plant-based proteins, announces the debut of its “Chorizo” and Chopped Chick’n in all 370 Sprouts Farmers Markets across the US. The natural retailer will carry the products in its refrigerated case. Made with 100% whole food ingredients, Abbot’s Butcher’s proteins are free from soy, gluten, preservatives, natural and artificial flavors, canola oil, and the top nine allergens.
The EVERY Co. Opens New State-of-the-Art HQ to Accelerate Global Transition to “Proteins of Tomorrow”

Apr 6, 2023 | vegconomist.com | Janay Laing

Food tech company The EVERY Co. announces it has moved into a new state-of-the-art headquarters in Daly City, California. Located at the GENESIS Station biotech hub, EVERY says the move will further position the company for growth and leadership as it accelerates the global transition to animal-free protein.
Barnes & Noble to Launch First 100% Plant-Based Breakfast Sandwich at All US Cafés Nationwide

Apr 6, 2023 | vegconomist.com | Janay Laing

JUST Egg announces that Barnes & Noble, the largest bookseller chain in the US, will introduce its first fully plant-based sandwich, the JUST Egg™ Breakfast Sandwich, all B&N Cafés beginning Monday, April 10. Launching during Earth Month, the sandwich will be available at more than 500 stores in all 50 states, marking JUST’s largest US foodservice partnership to date.
NextFoods Merges Dairy-Free Probiotic Brand GoodBelly with Cherry Juice Innovator Cheribundi

Apr 5, 2023 | vegconomist.com | Janay Laing

NextFoods, a leader in the US functional food and beverage industry, announces it is merging dairy-free probiotic brand GoodBelly with sports nutrition innovator Cheribundi. NextFoods says the merger will bring together two high-growth companies to focus on expanding strategic channels to propel them to the forefront of whole foods-based nutrition. As part of the merger, Marcel Bens, current CEO of Cheribundi, will also assume the role of NextFoods CEO.
Shroomeats: Disrupting the Status Quo with “Revolutionary” Upcycled Mushroom Meat

Apr 5, 2023 | vegconomist.com | Janay Laing

Mushrooms are quickly becoming a top ingredient of choice for many alt-protein brands and startups, thanks to their exploding popularity as a highly functional and sustainable food with a pleasing taste. However, mushrooms currently do not star as the top ingredient in most plant-based meats – Shroomeats, founded by Thai native Dissaya Theerakaosal, seeks to disrupt this status quo and launch a new trend for cleaner-label, mushroom-based meat alternatives.
Beyond Meat Launches Beyond Pepperoni and Chicken Fillets into Food Service

Apr 4, 2023 | vegconomist.com | Janay Laing

Beyond Meat (NASDAQ: BYND) announces is it launching Beyond Pepperoni and Beyond Chicken Fillets into North American food service. Building on the recent rollout of Beyond Steak, the new products are said to be indistinguishable in taste from animal-based meat. According to Beyond, more people than ever are seeking plant-based pepperoni at their favorite restaurants, with 53% of polled consumers agreeing they would increase visits to a restaurant if plant-based pepperoni were available.
The ISH Company Introduces Salmonish Burgers to "Exceed Consumer Expectations" for Sustainable Seafood Protein

Apr 4, 2023 | vegconomist.com | Janay Laing

Alt seafood startup The ISH Company announces it is launching Salmonish™, a new plant-based salmon burger that is made to offer a cleaner, more sustainable alternative to conventional seafood. Made with regenerative ingredients like kelp, Salmonish Burgers will be available to food service through North America’s largest food redistributor, Dot Foods.
NotCo Partners with Canada’s Hero Certified Burgers to Launch NotBurger, NotChicken and NotMilk on Menu

Apr 4, 2023 | vegconomist.com | Janay Laing

Food tech startup NotCo announces a new partnership with Canadian fast-casual chain Hero Certified Burgers. Customers can now order any burger with a NotBurger patty, NotChicken patty or opt for new NotChicken nuggets. In addition, Hero Certified will also offer NotCo’s plant-based milks in Whole or Chocolate flavors. Based in Toronto, Hero Certified operates dozens of locations across the city and throughout eastern Canada.
Poll: Majority of Gen Z is in Favor of a Vegan Diet, With 7-in-10 Planning to Stay Vegan Over Next Five Years

Mar 31, 2023 | vegconomist.com | Janay Laing

Health website Medical Inspiration Daily For Stronger Society (MIDSS) recently polled 3,000 Gen Z individuals to gain new perspectives on the future of the food and health industry. According to the poll, the Gen Z population (those born between 1997-2012) is currently the main driver of the vegan market, with 70% who identify as vegan saying they will continue to pursue the diet in the next five years.
FDA Commissioner Calls Biotech in Food a “Huge Interest” for the Agency, Sparking Anger from US Cattle Industry

Mar 31, 2023 | vegconomist.com | Janay Laing

During a March 29 budget hearing for the US Food and Drug Administration, FDA Commissioner Robert Califf made references to climate change and suggested that the use of biotechnology in food (including cell-cultured meat) was an area of “huge interest” that could help mitigate these issues. Califf’s comments quickly sparked outrage from the US cattle industry, who accused the commissioner of inappropriately promoting an environmental policy and endorsing cultivated meat products.

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Articles

Abbot’s Butcher Launches Clean-Label Chorizo and Chopped Chick'n at All US Sprouts Markets

The EVERY Co. Opens New State-of-the-Art HQ to Accelerate Global Transition to “Proteins of Tomorrow”

Barnes & Noble to Launch First 100% Plant-Based Breakfast Sandwich at All US Cafés Nationwide

NextFoods Merges Dairy-Free Probiotic Brand GoodBelly with Cherry Juice Innovator Cheribundi

Shroomeats: Disrupting the Status Quo with “Revolutionary” Upcycled Mushroom Meat

Beyond Meat Launches Beyond Pepperoni and Chicken Fillets into Food Service

The ISH Company Introduces Salmonish Burgers to "Exceed Consumer Expectations" for Sustainable Seafood Protein

NotCo Partners with Canada’s Hero Certified Burgers to Launch NotBurger, NotChicken and NotMilk on Menu

Poll: Majority of Gen Z is in Favor of a Vegan Diet, With 7-in-10 Planning to Stay Vegan Over Next Five Years

FDA Commissioner Calls Biotech in Food a “Huge Interest” for the Agency, Sparking Anger from US Cattle Industry

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