FEBRUARY 202419CXO INSIGHTSThe plant-based meat alternatives "PBMAs" market has experienced significant growth and evolution. Traditional options such as tofu and tempeh have existed for thousands of years. The plant-based meat industry in the United States has a history dating back to the 19th century, with several leading companies established in the 1970s­90s. Until recently, this category remained relatively small and was primarily consumed by vegans and vegetarians. However, there has been a notable expansion in the market in the past several years. This is due mostly to the emergence of plant-based products mimicking animal counterparts, such as burgers and nuggets that closely resemble conventional meat. Impossible Burger and Beyond Burger (2016) are notable examples that have gained popularity in mainstream fast-food outlets and then retail (2020).With such rapid growth come new challenges to ensuring the safety of these products. Manufacturing food safety considerations for plant-based meat alternatives are crucial to the production of safe and high-quality products: PLANT-BASED MEAT ALTERNATIVES: MANUFACTURING FOOD SAFETY CONSIDERATIONSBY YOUNES JELLAL, HEAD OF SUPPLY QUALITY & PRODUCT SAFETY, IMPOSSIBLE FOODSYounes Jellal
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