Developing an Alternative Protein National Strategy

Developing an Alternative Protein National Strategy:
A three-step guide and workshop opportunity

Our new paper, Developing an Alternative Protein National Strategy: A three-step guide and framework, introduces a government-focused methodology that leverages a country’s strengths while aligning with its national goals. It provides clear guidance on quantifying the unique benefits of alternative proteins and creating actionable policy frameworks.

Explore how governments worldwide are incorporating alternative proteins into their national strategies, with real-life examples that support the bio-economy, food security, global health, and sustainability. To complement this resource, we’re also offering a Strategy Scoping Workshop for stakeholders looking to dive deeper and collaboratively develop tailored strategies.

Transforming and strengthening our global food system is key to addressing some of the world’s biggest challenges—climate change, biodiversity loss, global health risks, and food insecurity. Central to such transformation is addressing the growing global demand for meat, expected to rise by at least 50 percent by 2050 from 2012 levels.

Government support is essential for building a thriving alternative protein ecosystem, offering countries a chance to leverage their national resources and play a vital role in the global food system. This guide provides a three-step approach to developing a national alternative protein strategy, rooted in each country’s unique strengths, legacies, and priorities, while also quantifying the benefits for the government in advancing a more sustainable and resilient global food system.

This paper introduces a clear and adaptable framework for developing a national alternative protein strategy, either as a standalone approach or as a pillar within an existing food, agriculture, bioeconomy, or other national strategies. Tailored to each country’s strengths and capacities, this framework aligns with public stakeholders, existing policies, and long-term national goals—meeting policymakers where they are.

While this guide can be used independently, the Good Food Institute offers a Strategy Scoping Workshop to equip stakeholders with the tools for immediate action. The workshop will help stakeholders focused on country-level policies conceptualize strategies tailored to their national context. Through collaborative discussions, the workshop explores potential pathways that leverage national strengths. It also generates the critical information needed to support the strategy’s next phase, where ideas will be substantiated and validated through detailed data analysis and stakeholder feedback.

Workshop participants will:

Receive personalized support while delving deeper into the
three recommended steps

Brainstorm key elements of the strategy and identify the most
impactful actions

Establish a clear roadmap for refining and implementing the
strategy after the workshop.

For more information or to schedule a workshop, please contact:

Alla Voldman-Rantzer
VP Strategy and Policy

allav@gfi.org


Are you interested in contributing to policy development for plant-based food, cultivated meat, and fermentation? Take a look at our resources or check out our policy page.

If you’re a policymaker or advocate:

  • Explore introductory resources to understand the impact of alternative protein policies on food security and climate goals.
  • Discover key policy initiatives and opportunities for public R&D funding.
  • Learn about regulatory frameworks and how we collaborate with governments to advance alternative protein sectors.
  • Use our policy resources to stay informed on global developments and connect with other stakeholders working to shape the future of food.

Authors

Adi Ben Tov

Associate Director Of Policy

Alla Voldman-Rantzer

Vice President Of Strategy & Policy

Hila Goldenberg

Senior International Collaborations Manager