Now that hemp is having a moment in the spotlight, it's no surprise that it is being included as a base for vegan yogurt. While some large grocery stores have begun stocking varieties like almond, soy and coconut-based yogurt products, hemp is something new for most retailers.
At this year's Natural Products Expo West, Living Harvest introduced its Tempt Hemp Yogurt line. Known as the first brand to bring hemp tofu to the market, Living Harvest continues to innovate with dairy-free products, offering more ways to reap the benefits of hemp's high magnesium, iron, potassium, fiber, antioxidant and vitamin content. The Greek-inspired yogurts come in small serving sizes that provide four grams of fat, eight grams of protein and 130 calories.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Hemp Yogurt
- The rise of hemp-based yogurt provides opportunities to innovate unique flavors and packaging in the dairy-free market.
- Vegan Yogurt Alternatives
- Demand for plant-based products is growing, creating opportunities for businesses to innovate in the lactose-free yogurt space.
- Greek-style Vegan Yogurt
- Due to its high protein content and creamy texture, Greek-inspired vegan yogurt is on the rise, giving plant-based brands an opportunity to create their own version of the classic flavor.
Where This Applies
- Plant-based Dairy Alternatives
- Companies specializing in plant-based milk, cheese and yogurt alternatives are positioned to capitalize on increasing demand for vegan dairy products.
- Organic and Natural Foods
- Retailers focused on natural and organic food products may benefit from carrying hemp-based yogurt as part of their product offerings.
- Functional Foods
- Businesses specializing in functional foods and supplements could consider incorporating hemp-based yogurt into their product lines to tap into the many health benefits of hemp.
