Veracruz Almonds expands into plant-based supply
Veracruz Almonds is taking on the plant-based market, launching Mediterranean almonds to vegan cheese suppliers across Europe.
As the vegan cheese market continues to grow at pace – with sales expected to rise to $7 billion by 2030 – Veracruz Almonds is giving manufacturers the opportunity to offer customers a new, flavoursome variety of vegan cheese, using their world-class almond varieties.
Almonds are an alternative to cashews for vegan cheese production thanks to their nutritional benefits. They are a nutrient-dense food, meaning they are rich in healthy fats, protein, vitamins, and minerals, which support heart-health, blood sugar and overall wellbeing.
Veracruz Almonds produces the best Mediterranean almond varieties, including Belona, Soleta, Avijor and Guara, on its almond groves in Portugal. The flavour profile is very different to the vast majority of American-grown almonds, giving consumers a new, exciting option to try, that is both nutritious and tasty.
Veracruz’s award-winning tech-led approach to sustainable almond production can also help vegan cheese manufacturers to meet their own sustainability commitment. The firm champions smart farming, with blockchain traceability, artificial intelligence, and machine learning used every day to monitor the route of the almonds from field to fork.
With one of the most advanced water irrigation systems in the Mediterranean, and revolutionary Aqua4d technology, Veracruz can ensure the highest precision water distribution, reducing water use in the orchards by 20% and achieving zero water waste.
David Carvalho, founder and CEO of Veracruz Almonds, noted that with increasing numbers of consumers opting for a plant-based diet, the vegan cheese market is growing at pace.
“As the industry evolves, it is vital to meet demand for new and exciting products. This is where our Mediterranean almonds come. Offering significant health benefits, and a unique flavour profile, Veracruz Almonds make the perfect base for a delicious vegan cheese,” Carvalhol explained.
“As an established exporter already, we can back up our first-class product and sustainable production process with excellent supply contracts. As we enter the plant-based market, we look forward to partnering with like-minded manufacturers who want to deliver something truly unique to consumers across Europe.”
