Vegan
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What is vegan?
Vegan refers to a fully plant-based lifestyle that avoids all animal-derived foods, such as meat, fish, dairy, eggs, and honey. In 1944, the "Vegan Society" was founded in the UK, establishing it as one form of vegetarianism. It goes beyond mere diet and includes the philosophy of avoiding animal-derived materials in clothing, cosmetics, and more.
In the food industry, as the plant-based food market expands, vegan-compatible products (alternative meats, plant-based milks, egg substitutes, etc.) are increasing rapidly. Offering vegan menus is also advancing in tourism and the restaurant industry, and it is becoming an international standard.
Characteristics and background of vegan
Ethical background: its philosophy is animal welfare and avoiding the exploitation of animals
Relation to health consciousness: many practice it for lifestyle-disease prevention and weight management
Reducing environmental load: compared with livestock farming, it has lower CO₂ emissions and water resource consumption
International spread: the vegan population is increasing not only in the West but in Asia as well
Institutional background: the movement to grant products a "Vegan certification mark," centered on the EU, is expanding
Examples of vegan use at Agriture
Proposing vegan-compatible products made from sugar-free domestically grown dried fruit
OEM development of vegan foods using vegetable powders and dried vegetables
Expanding the use of plant-based ingredients in the pet food field
Providing vegan-compatible ingredients for branding in a sustainable context
Related keywords
Vegan certification
Alternative meat
Sustainable food
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FAQ
Q1. What is the difference between vegan and vegetarian?
A. Some vegetarians eat dairy and eggs, but vegans differ in that they avoid animal-derived foods entirely.
Q2. Is vegan support spreading in Japan too?
A. Yes. With the increase in inbound tourists, the introduction of vegan menus at restaurants and hotels is advancing.
Q3. Is vegan-compatible OEM possible at Agriture?
A. Yes. Using dried vegetables, vegetable powders, and domestically grown dried fruit, we support the development of vegan-specification products.
