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Insight of the Day: Younger generations drive consumption of plant-based food, while baby boomers lag behind

Findings:

  • Younger generations (Gen Z and millennials) are leading the shift towards plant-based diets, with a higher percentage reporting frequent consumption of vegetarian/vegan food compared to older generations.

  • Gen Z and Gen X have shown a 5% increase in adopting vegetarian or vegan diets since 2021.

Key Takeaway:

  • The growing popularity of plant-based diets among younger generations presents a significant opportunity for sustainable food brands.

Trend:

  • There is a clear trend of increasing interest and adoption of plant-based diets, particularly among younger consumers.

Conclusions:

  • To fully realize the benefits of plant-based diets for public health and climate change mitigation, it's crucial to encourage adoption across all age groups, including older generations who currently lag behind.

Implications for Brands:

  • Sustainable food brands should focus on developing and marketing plant-based products that appeal to the preferences and values of younger generations.

  • Brands should also consider strategies to engage older generations and make plant-based options more accessible and appealing to them.

  • The trend towards plant-based diets represents a growing market with potential for long-term growth and brand loyalty.

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