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Secretary Perdue Tries a Plant-Based “Impossible Burger”

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In addition to the popular animal proteins like beef, chicken and pork, there are also newer forms of alternative proteins made from plants, such as soy and peas making their way into the marketplace. While alternative proteins and veggie burgers have been around for many years, some of the newer products have significant financial backing resulting in aggressive marketing. So recently, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue tried a plant-based burger in California. And according to a story from Stephanie Ho, he said it will be up to consumers to decide if it is something they want to buy.

Secretary Perdue Tries a Plant-Based “Impossible Burger”