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The term “plant-based” might be dying (as New Fare Partners' Elly Truesdell told us earlier this year) but the market for non-animal-derived protein continues to ferment and produce new forms. 

Today, mycoprotein food tech company The Protein Brewery announced it has closed a $35.2 million funding round that brought support from both new and existing investors. Sound familiar? 

Insiders can access the full story to understand where the products and playbook has shifted in the non-animal-protein segment.

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At Nosh Live 2025 (Dec. 4 to 5, Marina del Rey, Calif.), the leaders of Actual Veggies, Daily Crunch and Archer will pull back the curtain on the bold moves, big bets, and breakthrough strategies fueling their meteoric growth.

The trio of trailblazers will share hard-earned insights on scaling with purpose, shifting consumer perceptions, and designing products that truly stand out in today’s crowded market.

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Q Drinks founders Jordan Silbert and Ben Kaplan learned a lot from their first venture in the CPG industry, which is why they’re going aggro with their new brand, AGRO.

Insiders can access the interview for an inside scoop on their new venture.

Fengate Private Equity has marked its second food translation with the acquisition of Sweets from the Earth. 

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The hosts dive into the sustained wave of protein-infused consumer products – from popcorn to mashed potatoes – and debate whether the market is approaching “protein fatigue” or merely scratching the surface of a macro trend driven more by marketing than science. 

They also recap Taste Radio’s high-energy meetup in San Diego, spotlighting several new and innovative brands showcased at the event.

Tune into the episode right here. Also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.