Food Safety and Quality Considerations in the Production of Plant-Based Meat Alternatives
Each step during manufacturing and distribution introduces potential challenges and opportunities for maintaining food safety and quality of plant-based meat products
Consumer interest in plant-based foods has increased rapidly in the past decade. This growth is not solely driven by increased rates of vegan and vegetarian diets in the population. Rather, consumer demand in this category is fueled by various trends, including environmental sustainability concerns, desire for variety in protein sources, and animal welfare concerns.