McDonald’s plant burger launch late to vegan party

Good News Notes: “The McPlant burger will be trialled in 10 Coventry restaurants from late September and go national next year. But the launch lags behind rival fast food chains, such as Greggs with its vegan sausage roll and Burger King with a soy-based Rebel Whopper. McDonald’s said it took its time to ensure it…

Meatless Farm Launches Plant-Based Hot Dog

Good News Notes: “The plant-based  food category is growing at a faster rate as more popular, common consumer brands, like Starbucks explore the territory. Brands like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods opened the door to Americans by striking deals with mainstream fast-casual restaurants like McDonald’s, KFC, Taco Bell, Burger King and more. Now heading into grilling season and still at home, many families…

Fast food chains testing reusable packaging to cut down on waste

Good News Notes: “Burger King is the latest of fast-food chain experimenting with reusable packaging for sandwiches, soft drinks, and coffee to cut down on waste winding up in landfills. The creator of The Whopper is among a growing list of food service chains partnering with TerraCycle’s zero-waste delivery platform, known as Loop. ‘[W]e’re investing…