Plant Futures: the UK Case for Aligning Suppliers & Retailers

11:30 - 12:30

How the UK built the largest global plant-based collective in the sector

The UK has emerged as a leader in how the plant-based sector comes together to unlock growth. Successfully building and mobilising one of the largest global collectives of stakeholders - spanning suppliers, retailers, and change-makers. By sharing insights, co-creating initiatives, and aligning around a common commercial vision, the industry is moving faster, together. And results are already being delivered with the first being Meat Free Made Easy! Campaign, supported by 30 plant-based food brands and launched in major retailers including Tesco and Sainsburys reaching 10’s of Millions of people and now shortlisted for a prestigious Campaign Media Award.

This isn’t simple. It takes coordination, commitment, and a willingness to work beyond individual priorities. But with the right structure, shared data, and trusted leadership, collaboration becomes a powerful engine for growth. Indy Kaur, founder of Plant Futures, has been at the centre of building this approach, bringing diverse players into a more connected, aligned system. We’re all passionate about collaboration and Plant Futures is here to show us how to put that into action that drives real change. The question now is: how do we take this model further and what could it unlock in your market?