Next Meats Co. is accelerating the future of plant-based alternative products with the announcement of NEXT Pork, which is set to launch first in Japan this fall. Available as a ready-to-eat meal, the meatless pork is sliced and served in a sauce that's savory and sweet thanks to the inclusion of ingredients like soy sauce and ginger.
The newest of Next Meats Co.'s Japanese-style alternative meat products comes in response to requests from fans to develop a pork alternative. In Japan, pork is consumed the most out of all types of meat and this innovation represents a choice for a more sustainable future.
Already, the company has launched plant-based barbecue meats, NEXT Yakiniku, and the beef-like NEXT Gyudon.
Japanese-Style Meatless Pork
NEXT Pork is a Japanese-Style Alternative Meat Product
Trend Themes
1. Plant-based Pork Products - Creating plant-based alternatives to traditional pork products has the potential to appeal to consumers looking for more sustainable options.
2. Japanese-style Alternative Meats - Incorporating Japanese flavors and cooking styles into alternative meat products can differentiate them from other plant-based options and attract new customers.
3. Ready-to-eat Alternative Meals - Developing convenient and tasty ready-to-eat alternative meal options can satisfy the growing demand for plant-based products among busy consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the trend towards plant-based meat alternatives by introducing new products that cater to consumers' demand for sustainable and ethical options.
2. Sustainability - The sustainability industry can explore partnerships with food companies to incorporate alternative meat products into their sustainability initiatives and reduce the environmental impact of meat production.
3. Technology - The technology industry can provide support to food companies by developing new technologies and processes for producing alternative meat products that are more efficient and cost-effective.