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Chinese startups rush to bring alternative protein to people’s plates

In many ways, China is the ideal testbed for alternative protein. The country has a long history of imitation meat rooted in Buddhist vegetarianism and a growing, health-conscious middle class.

Powerplant Ventures closes $42 million fund to back “plant-centric” food and tech startups

In recent years, venture capital has poured into food companies, from meal kit and grocery delivery services to the makers of environmentally sustainable, or health-promoting food products. Now, inves