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The article highlights the surge of veganism in the UK, with a fourfold increase in the number of vegans from 2014 to 2019, reaching over 600,000, and the popularity of the Veganuary campaign doubling to over 400,000 registrations within five years. This shift presents a challenge and an opportunity for the food industry to meet the demands of vegans, particularly in supermarkets and restaurants. It is crucial for food manufacturers to ensure that vegan claims on food labels are accurate to maintain consumer trust and prevent cross-contamination. The article emphasizes the importance of partnerships with experts in plant-based food production and the need for a legal framework for vegan claims. Additionally, it discusses the benefits of veganism, including environmental, health, and ethical factors, and the development of innovative vegan products.
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From the pages of Produce Business UK Veganism in the UK has grown tremendously in recent years. The Vegan Society claims that the number of people sticking to a plant-based diet quadrupled between 2014 and 2019 and now totals more than 600,000 people. And just five years ago, the Veganuary campaign had fewer than 13,000 registrations, while now it has more than 400,000. All the research on veganism indicates that the number of people switching is growing year after year; before even considering that all vegetarians and flexitarians also make use of innovative vegan products, suggesting that this is a more long-term move rather than just a passing trend. So the rise of veganism clearly presents UK food producers with some real opportunities. But while the industry must prepare to meet the new demand, it must also overcome significant and unprecedented obstacles to ensure the highest possible standards are maintained. Without a doubt, some of the increased adoption of veganism has ...
Source: ClPortalFrutiCola
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