"When we discuss the alternative protein sector, we have to look at the food chain systemically. The scarcity of quality food is intrinsically linked to the fact that we produce food to feed animals and then eat these animals in a highly inefficient calculation. We could feed the world’s population three times with the vegetables planted today. Taking animals and derivatives off your plate is the most effective personal act you can do today to avoid food shortages, climate change, chronic diseases, and pandemics. The vegetable meat and dairy production industry, cultivated and obtained by fermentation, has a much more efficient production system. We produce these foods with a fraction of the environmental impact, without collaborating with the formation of new zoonotic diseases or food shortages, and without mistreating any animal. We need industrial development policies, investment in science, training rural producers, a competitive tax chain, science-based regulation, innovation environments for startups, etc. Our team is dedicated to improving the global food system for the planet, people, and animals. Count us in!"

“GFI has been with N.OVO since the beginning of the project when it was just a food tech arm within the Mantiqueira group. They were a vital part of this process, especially concerning market information and connection with companies operating in this segment longer in other countries. The partnership between N.OVO and GFI completes four years in 2021, and I can say that it is very positive to be able to count on such qualified professionals in expanding this up-and-coming market.”

“My mission is to change Brazil’s meat and dairy industry from using animals to using plants. GFI Brazil gave me invaluable insight and introduced me to companies and factories in the US so that I could analyze how their models could be adapted and applied in my home country. Brazil is ready for a profound plant-based revolution!”

“GFI has been a tireless and unique partner on this journey. It is extremely welcome to have an entity like the GFI, a nonprofit organization intending to promote the best food development model. In addition, the technical bodies that are part of the GFI, not only in Brazil but in the world, are highly qualified, and our level of discussion is always prosperous. This reputable side, which dialogues in the same way with the industry, the government, and the new economy, without any kind of bias, is charming. We are delighted to have you as partners on this journey.”

“We believe that all initiatives to encourage the development of alternative proteins are very good and welcome. We fully support this type of action, and we have been working together, including in our innovation hubs, and it has been very productive in this regard. Alternative proteins are an important part of our strategy.”

“GFI is part of that heart that keeps the union alive between the companies. I believe that GFI’s work is very important in bringing fundamental insights regarding the advance of consumption, trends, and a series of other factors that are critical from now onward. In addition, this work helps keep the industry connected and challenging itself to develop new technologies. I hope we continue working together. You are an important partner for Plant Plus Foods.”

“GFI has been essential in helping us understand how the market behaves and will behave in the future concerning alternative proteins. The work with GFI has already been carried out within the Ministry for three years, and this has helped us understand the theme’s importance and how it has been growing, both in the world and in Brazil. Thus, we have managed to think about the possibility of inserting alternative proteins in public policies in the Ministries of Agriculture, Science, and others. At Government, we cannot deal directly with companies, but we can dialogue with the entities representing them. You tell us what the wishes and needs are for new legislation and the development of these companies.”

“Public bodies need partners who think about the future, bring relevant and challenging themes to the planet, but, above all, get their hands dirty. In other words, to propose discussion forums, project execution, joint fundraising, and other possibilities. Deep down, we all want a better world, and I think this type of action only enriches the debate and, consequently, public policies.”

“GFI does essential work in the movement toward innovation. The organization acts as a bridge, connecting the productive sector to research and development. So, we can only thank you for the support, not just financial, but the production of knowledge that guides our decision-making.”

“Dreaming of a new sustainable, accessible, and ethical food system makes my eyes shine. GFI realizes that dream in an articulated set of highly effective strategies and actions rewriting how we feed ourselves. The focus on effectiveness, the passion for making things happen, and the systemic vision that GFI brings to this great food challenge of our lives distinguish the organization. It makes me continually believe in its real power of transformation and impact.”

“GFI Brazil’s work is very important because one of the main ways to reduce the suffering of animals exploited for food is through the emergence of vegetable alternatives similar in taste and appearance to meat, milk, eggs, and derivative products. GFI Brazil is succeeding in this mission, and the results of its work are showing, as companies in the food sector are promoting launches of plant-based versions of traditional foods.”