Why Pea Is the Future of Plant Protein
By Claire Bugos Published on April 04, 2023
The global population could top a billion by 2050, and all those people will come hungry. Scientists agree that even if animal products continue to be a key part of our diet, we will need to find new, more sustainable protein sources.
“Whether it’s the health drive, the sustainability drive, for animal welfare, for allergenicity—most everybody is looking to increase plant protein in the diet,” said B. Pam Ismail, PhD, a professor and director of the Plant Protein Innovation Center at the University of Minnesota.