Scaling sustainable food systems through plant-based food.

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A bowl of healthy food including quinoa, chickpeas, chopped red onion, snap peas, sliced avocado, and pistachios, accompanied by a wooden spoon.

Tempeh skewers sprinkled with sesame seeds on a wooden board, accompanied by a bowl of peanut dipping sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

PBFI drives research, policy, and cross-sector collaboration to accelerate the growth of plant-based food consumption and production, ultimately delivering tangible benefits for farmers, ecosystems, and the public good.

Areas of Work

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Empowering Growth Through Strategic Policy

We advocate for expanded research, technical assistance, and public funding for plant-based food crops and producers. We partner with agricultural institutions and service providers to support farmers in plant-based food markets, and leverage public support to accelerate diverse crop commercialization for plant-based foods.

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Sharing Knowledge, Growing Together

We conduct research and advocate for sustainable, healthy diets through plant-based food production, providing insights into how to develop profitable agricultural markets. Our goal is to integrate plant-based food production as a priority within sustainability and nutrition frameworks.

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Building Vibrant Markets & Resilient Supply Chains

We drive demand for plant-based products through partnerships with retailers, foodservice operators, and investors to scale environmentally-friendly farming practices that support plant-based growth. This starts with expanding crop production in collaboration with agricultural groups to create market opportunities for farmers that in turn inspires innovation and sustainability in work with manufacturers.