Speaking at the Consumer Analysts’ Group of New York, Dean Banks, President of Tyson Foods announced that his Company will have an extended range of blended animal and vegetable- protein products by the end of 2020 with at least ten items for diverse meal times and channels.
Tyson Foods currently markets blended burgers and nuggets, but the company has identified flexitarians who wish to supplement but not replace traditional meat in their diets. Market research demonstrated that 17 percent of consumers are currently eating plant-based protein products and 69 percent suggested that they would consider buying suitable blended items.