A Different Story about the Origin and Development of Alternative Protein in China
Contrary to recent popular belief that China’s alternative protein market is still in its very early stage, the industry can be traced back as early as the Western Han Dynasty (202 BC – 8 AD), when the King of Huainan Liu An invented tofu, the key ingredients and excellent protein for traditional vegetarian diets.
6 January 2021
11 minute read
By: 
Angela Zhang
Head of Business Intelligence Division, IQC Insights
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