For Nestlé, the future of food is rooted in plants

The Switzerland-based company is investing heavily in its Sweet Earth brand and other plant-based offerings to grow in a segment populated by heavyweight competitors and nimble upstarts.

For the world’s largest food manufacturer known for its popular water, coffee, frozen meals and baking ingredients brands, the future of food is rooted in plants. Nestlé’s major foray in the U.S. in plant-based food came in 2017 when it purchased Sweet Earth. Since the acquisition, the brand has debuted more than 45 vegetarian and plant-based products, expanding into faux beef, chicken, sausage and deli meats, as well as bowls and burritos.

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