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Virus Spurs Chinese Interest in Vegan Eggs as Protein Source

  • Just Inc. has received queries from state-backed food makers
  • Outbreak will drive consumers to meat free items: Green Monday
China's Interest in Vegan Eggs
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A San Francisco-based startup making imitation eggs from mung beans is fielding a wave of inquiries from some of China’s bigger food manufacturers.

Just Inc., which makes plant-based egg products and is already selling in the country, has received questions from Chinese state-backed food companies seeking animal-free protein sources amid the coronavirus outbreak, Chief Executive Officer Josh Tetrick said.