GLOBAL NEWS $10.34 BN
The expected value of the global plant-based burger market by 2031, an outlier in the plant-based meat category, which has otherwise stalled
BURGERS ON THE UP IN OTHERWISE DECLINING PLANT-BASED MARKET
It has been just over a decade since plant-based burger companies started to gain traction. Beyond Meat presented its Beyond Burger to the market in 2016 and competitor Impossible Foods received significant funding the year after. Unlike previous incarnations of the non-meat burger, these were produced to emulate the flavor and texture of the meat equivalent and very quickly became very popular. Now, a DataM intelligence research report has reported that the value of the global plant-based burger market has reached $5.42bn and is expected to
almost double in value to $10.34 by 2031. This news comes against a background
of overall decline in plant-based meats, with sales stalling in consecutive years. High price points, problematic textures and uncertainty about the ingredients of the meat replacements are some of the reasons for the decline. It appears that, as an entry point item, the burger is familiar to diners and appeals to those trying to reduce meat consumption.
UPCOMING EVENTS FOR FHA IN 2026
Building on the momentum of last summer’s Circle Conference in Vietnam, the team in FCSI Asia Pacific has started plans for events next year. “We’re excited to create more opportunities for members and industry colleagues to connect, collaborate, and celebrate across the region,” says chair Ben Gregoire FCSI. Here’s a look at what’s coming up:
India Fellowship Dinner – March 2026 On the opening day of the India Expo, join Joseph Albert (managing director, CKP Bangalore & India regional representative) and Rahool Talwar (founder, Rethink Hospitality & FCSI Professional member) at the inaugural FCSI India Fellowship dinner.
NEW FCSI WORLDWIDE BOARD MEMBERS FOR 2026 ANNOUNCED Effective 1 January 2026, Frank Wagner FCSI will take on the mantle of president of FCSI Worldwide, while the line-up for regional chairs will change too. Julian Edwards FCSI will head up the EAME board; Brent Hall FCSI will take over in The Americas; and Phil Llewelyn FCSI is the new chair of Asia Pacific.
Clockwise from top left: Frank Wagner, Julian Edwards, Phil Llewelyn, and Brent Hall
FHA Singapore – 21–24 April 2026 Join us for an engaging panel session and fireside chats, followed by a cocktail party. Sponsorship opportunities will be available for this event. For more information visit
www.fcsiapd.org
SAVE THE DATE FCSI EAME CONFERENCE, LIVERPOOL 2026 The FCSI EAME bi-annual conference will take place at the Titanic Hotel Liverpool, 28–30 May 2026. This three-day event will feature a dynamic program designed to inspire and connect our community. Full details will follow soon.
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