TRENDS & INSIGHTS

Our insights into the latest trends in the commercial food service industry, as well as in K-12 schools and colleges & universities, can assist you in customizing your approach to better serve your audience.

CONSUMERS PREFER BEANS

Over half (57%) of consumers are willing to pay more or more likely to visit for beans on menus, more than are willing to pay more or are more likely to visit for processed veggie/plant-based proteins like tofu (44%), tempeh (39%), and seitan (37%).

Datassential Plant-Based Keynote Report (February 2023)

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MORE PEOPLE CHOOSE LESS MEAT

79% of Gen Zers choose to go meatless 1-2 times per week, and 65% say they want a more plant-forward diet.

Good Food Institute, U.S. retail market insights for the plant-based industry, 2023

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