Minnesota state programs
These Minnesota state grants, loan programs, and tax credits are likely relevant to the alternative protein industry. Companies should assess their own eligibility for programs of interest.
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UNEP Global Environment Outlook 7
UNEP’s GEO-7, the most comprehensive scientific environmental assessment ever conducted, highlights the importance of alternative proteins.
Annual fund new donor survey
We’d love to hear from you. Help us understand your interests and make your GFI experience more meaningful.
How to explain cultivated meat to U.S. consumers
GFI surveyed 3,500 U.S. consumers to discover how strategic messaging can grow consumer understanding of and interest in cultivated meat.
Alternative protein production facilities database
Use our database to explore the landscape of alternative protein production facilities, including plant-based, cultivated, and fermentation-derived alternative proteins.
Sensory evaluation guide for alternative proteins
Explore practical sensory science best practices that connect alternative protein product development with consumer insight.
Illinois Alternative Protein Innovation Task Force Final Report
The first-in-the-nation Task Force, established in 2023, explored how the state can become a national hub for plant-based, fermentation-derived, and cultivated proteins.
How health perceptions shape plant-based meat choices
Uncover U.S. attitudes on plant-based meat health, nutrition, and what drives purchase decisions.
Alternative Protein Innovation in Illinois
Discover how Illinois’ agricultural strengths, research leadership, and manufacturing capacity are fueling a growing alternative protein sector that promises new jobs and a more secure, sustainable food future.
Amino acid cost and supply chain analysis for cultivated meat
This white paper explores how to make amino acids affordable for cultivated meat, offering research and supply chain paths for industry growth.
Research priorities for plant-based and fermentation-enabled protein ingredients
This joint report from GFI and FFAR identifies funding priorities and research opportunities for protein ingredient optimization.
What startups need to know about partnering with corporates
Discover key takeaways for startups looking to form resilient and mutually beneficial partnerships with corporates.
Developing continuous cell lines for cultivated seafood
Our guide offers practical advice to overcoming common technical challenges, based on survey results and interviews with industry and academic researchers.
Cell growth modeling review for cultivated meat production
This report reviews cell growth modeling for cultivated meat, identifying critical data gaps and offering recommendations to improve techno-economic models for scalable, cost-effective production.
Suspension-adapted bovine cell lines
GFI has acquired multiple bovine cell lines and media formulations previously developed by the company SCiFi Foods.
Plant-based and fermentation-enabled innovations for egg substitutes
Learn about innovations in egg substitutes and ingredients that offer reliable, cost-stable, and sustainable solutions for food companies.
Fermentation-derived ingredient techno-economics: policy insights
Protein made via fermentation provides an opportunity to enhance food system resilience. Policy mechanisms can drive down costs and scale production.
Mentors of the Alt Protein Project
Meet the expert mentors behind the Alt Protein Project. Each student group receives personalized 1:1 guidance from leaders in alternative protein research and innovation.
Massachusetts state programs
These Massachusetts state grants, loan programs, and tax credits are likely relevant to the alternative protein industry. Companies should assess their eligibility for programs of interest.
The nutritional profile of plant-based meat: strengths and opportunities
Explore our white paper for an overview of the nutritional profile of plant-based meat as a category, including areas of strength and opportunities for improvement, relative to conventional meat products.
Request access: Investor directory for companies
Request access to GFI’s directory of investors interested in funding alternative protein companies.
Access our investor directory for funds
Request access to our directory of investors interested in funding alternative protein funds.
Our role in contributing to Codex standards for alternative proteins
The Codex Alimentarius is a collection of international food standards and related texts developed by the Codex Alimentarius Commission. We participate in the development of Codex standards and texts related to alternative proteins.
Join our Investor Directory
Are you an accredited investor interested in funding alternative protein startups or funds? Fill out this form to be added to our investor directory.
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We want your input! Use this form to submit feedback, corrections, additional insights, data, and your thoughts on our report.
Boosting food supply chain resilience
Using proven biomanufacturing methods like fermentation to produce protein can help ensure a stable food supply during supply chain disruptions.
U.S. loan and guarantee programs for scaling alternative proteins
Discover federal loan and loan guarantee programs that may be used to support alternative protein manufacturing and investment.
California state programs
These California state grants, loan programs, and tax credits are likely relevant to the alternative protein industry. Companies should assess their eligibility for programs of interest.
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Our gift acceptance policy outlines our commitment to ethical, transparent, and mission-aligned philanthropy.
Techno-economic insights on fermentation ingredients
This report analyzes the competitiveness and key cost drivers of fermentation-derived ingredients, and identifies critical data gaps.
Illinois state programs
These Illinois state grants, loan programs, and tax credits may be accessible to the alternative protein industry.
California: Sustainable protein innovation
Explore our fact sheet to learn about the state of sustainable protein production in California, including recent industry and research developments.
Insights and opportunities in whole-cut meat alternatives
Dive into a category overview and insights for plant-based and fermentation-enabled steaks, filets, chicken breasts, and other whole-cut products.
Policy brief: CDMOs for Food and Agriculture Biotechnology Development
CDMOs in biotechnology for food production create jobs, boost the bioeconomy, and provide outsized support to American farmers, innovators, and consumers.
Retail point-of-purchase motivators for plant-based foods
Explore tactics to increase consumers’ purchase intent for plant-based products at retail, optimal category descriptors for plant-based food, and more.
Foodservice communication guide
Explore how to effectively engage chefs and foodservice operators to get alternative proteins on menus.
State of the Industry: Brazil
Get the latest insights on Brazilian consumer behavior, the role of animal meat in consumers' diet, and how plant-based meats are perceived in the context of everyday food.
State of the Industry: Fermentation for meat, seafood, eggs, dairy, and ingredients
This report details the commercial landscape, investments, regulatory developments, and scientific progress in the fermentation for alternative proteins industry.
State of the Industry: Cultivated meat, seafood, and ingredients
This report details the commercial landscape, investments, regulatory developments, and scientific progress in the cultivated meat and seafood industry.
State of the Industry: Plant-based meat, seafood, eggs, dairy, and ingredients
This report details the commercial landscape, sales, investments, innovation trends, and regulatory developments in the plant-based meat, seafood, egg, dairy, and ingredients industry.
