Are Argentinians ready for plant-based meat alternatives? A case study on awareness and willingness for consumption
- Autores
- Soteras, Trinidad; Szerman, Natalia; Merayo, Manuela; Vaudagna, Sergio Ramon; Denoya, Gabriela Inés; Guerrero, Luis; Galmarini, Mara Virginia
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- 2025
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- inglés
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- Meat alternatives’ popularity is increasing worldwide. Nevertheless, the attitudes and motivations underpinning their adoption still evolve and may differ by region. In Argentina, where meat consumption per capita is among the highest globally, the market for plant-based meat alternatives (PBMAs) is just beginning to develop. Few reports attempt to explain the behavior of the Argentinian population regarding these products. This study explored the knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of meat analogues and hybrid products through a national online survey (N = 2339). Also, barriers and drivers to their consumption as well as the target segments were identified. Participants were classified as omnivores 73.8%, flexitarians 19.5%, vegetarians 6%, and vegans 0.7%. Despite the significant lack of awareness about PBMAs, there is a strong willingness to adopt them, with females, younger respondents, and those with lower incomes more open to these options. The main drivers for consumption were health concerns, animal welfare, and environmental awareness. Familiarity was a key factor influencing the adoption, as evidenced by the openness of well-informed omnivores. Lack of available options represented the main limitation for consumption and distrust regarding their origin and sensory appeal were the primary reasons for rejection. This study reveals a potential market for PBMAs in Argentina, highlighting that guaranteeing nutritional and sensory quality is crucial. Educating consumers is also essential for their widespread acceptance.
Instituto Investigación Tecnología de Alimentos (ITA)
Fil: Soteras, Trinidad. Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria (INTA). Instituto de Investigación Tecnología de Alimentos; Argentina.
Fil: Soteras, Trinidad. Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de los Sistemas Alimentarios Sustentables (ICyTeSAS) UEDD INTA-CONICET; Argentina
Fil: Szerman, Natalia. Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria (INTA). Instituto de Investigación Tecnología de Alimentos; Argentina.
Fil: Szerman, Natalia. Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de los Sistemas Alimentarios Sustentables (ICyTeSAS) UEDD INTA-CONICET; Argentina.
Fil: Szerman, Natalia. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; Argentina.
Fil: Merayo, Manuela. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; Argentina.
Fil: Merayo, Manuela. Universidad Nacional de Río Negro. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia de Río Negro; Argentina.
Fil: Merayo, Manuela. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia de Río Negro; Argentina.
Fil: Vaudagna, Sergio Ramon. Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria (INTA). Instituto de Investigación Tecnología de Alimentos; Argentina.
Fil: Vaudagna, Sergio Ramon. Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de los Sistemas Alimentarios Sustentables (ICyTeSAS) UEDD INTA-CONICET; Argentina
Fil: Vaudagna, Sergio Ramon. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; Argentina.
Fil: Denoya, Gabriela Inés. Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria (INTA). Instituto de Investigación Tecnología de Alimentos; Argentina.
Fil: Denoya, Gabriela Inés. Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de los Sistemas Alimentarios Sustentables (ICyTeSAS) UEDD INTA-CONICET; Argentina
Fil: Denoya, Gabriela Inés. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; Argentina.
Fil: Guerrero, Luis. Instituto de investigación de la Generalitat de Cataluña (IRTA). Finca Camps i Armet (Girona); España.
Fil: Galmarini, Mara Virginia. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; Argentina. - Fuente
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Are Argentinians ready for plant-based meat alternatives? A case study on awareness and willingness for consumptionSoteras, TrinidadSzerman, NataliaMerayo, ManuelaVaudagna, Sergio RamonDenoya, Gabriela InésGuerrero, LuisGalmarini, Mara VirginiaMeatClimate ChangeAttitudesDietCarneCambio ClimáticoActitudDietaArgentinaSustainable DietsFocus GroupsDietary ChangeDietas SosteniblesGrupos FocalesCambio DietéticoMeat alternatives’ popularity is increasing worldwide. Nevertheless, the attitudes and motivations underpinning their adoption still evolve and may differ by region. In Argentina, where meat consumption per capita is among the highest globally, the market for plant-based meat alternatives (PBMAs) is just beginning to develop. Few reports attempt to explain the behavior of the Argentinian population regarding these products. This study explored the knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of meat analogues and hybrid products through a national online survey (N = 2339). Also, barriers and drivers to their consumption as well as the target segments were identified. Participants were classified as omnivores 73.8%, flexitarians 19.5%, vegetarians 6%, and vegans 0.7%. Despite the significant lack of awareness about PBMAs, there is a strong willingness to adopt them, with females, younger respondents, and those with lower incomes more open to these options. The main drivers for consumption were health concerns, animal welfare, and environmental awareness. Familiarity was a key factor influencing the adoption, as evidenced by the openness of well-informed omnivores. Lack of available options represented the main limitation for consumption and distrust regarding their origin and sensory appeal were the primary reasons for rejection. This study reveals a potential market for PBMAs in Argentina, highlighting that guaranteeing nutritional and sensory quality is crucial. Educating consumers is also essential for their widespread acceptance.Instituto Investigación Tecnología de Alimentos (ITA)Fil: Soteras, Trinidad. Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria (INTA). Instituto de Investigación Tecnología de Alimentos; Argentina.Fil: Soteras, Trinidad. Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de los Sistemas Alimentarios Sustentables (ICyTeSAS) UEDD INTA-CONICET; ArgentinaFil: Szerman, Natalia. Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria (INTA). Instituto de Investigación Tecnología de Alimentos; Argentina.Fil: Szerman, Natalia. Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de los Sistemas Alimentarios Sustentables (ICyTeSAS) UEDD INTA-CONICET; Argentina.Fil: Szerman, Natalia. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; Argentina.Fil: Merayo, Manuela. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; Argentina.Fil: Merayo, Manuela. Universidad Nacional de Río Negro. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia de Río Negro; Argentina.Fil: Merayo, Manuela. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia de Río Negro; Argentina.Fil: Vaudagna, Sergio Ramon. Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria (INTA). Instituto de Investigación Tecnología de Alimentos; Argentina.Fil: Vaudagna, Sergio Ramon. Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de los Sistemas Alimentarios Sustentables (ICyTeSAS) UEDD INTA-CONICET; ArgentinaFil: Vaudagna, Sergio Ramon. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; Argentina.Fil: Denoya, Gabriela Inés. Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria (INTA). Instituto de Investigación Tecnología de Alimentos; Argentina.Fil: Denoya, Gabriela Inés. Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de los Sistemas Alimentarios Sustentables (ICyTeSAS) UEDD INTA-CONICET; ArgentinaFil: Denoya, Gabriela Inés. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; Argentina.Fil: Guerrero, Luis. Instituto de investigación de la Generalitat de Cataluña (IRTA). Finca Camps i Armet (Girona); España.Fil: Galmarini, Mara Virginia. 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Are Argentinians ready for plant-based meat alternatives? A case study on awareness and willingness for consumption |
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Are Argentinians ready for plant-based meat alternatives? A case study on awareness and willingness for consumption |
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Are Argentinians ready for plant-based meat alternatives? A case study on awareness and willingness for consumption Soteras, Trinidad Meat Climate Change Attitudes Diet Carne Cambio Climático Actitud Dieta Argentina Sustainable Diets Focus Groups Dietary Change Dietas Sostenibles Grupos Focales Cambio Dietético |
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Are Argentinians ready for plant-based meat alternatives? A case study on awareness and willingness for consumption |
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Are Argentinians ready for plant-based meat alternatives? A case study on awareness and willingness for consumption |
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Are Argentinians ready for plant-based meat alternatives? A case study on awareness and willingness for consumption |
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Are Argentinians ready for plant-based meat alternatives? A case study on awareness and willingness for consumption |
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Are Argentinians ready for plant-based meat alternatives? A case study on awareness and willingness for consumption |
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Soteras, Trinidad Szerman, Natalia Merayo, Manuela Vaudagna, Sergio Ramon Denoya, Gabriela Inés Guerrero, Luis Galmarini, Mara Virginia |
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Soteras, Trinidad |
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Soteras, Trinidad Szerman, Natalia Merayo, Manuela Vaudagna, Sergio Ramon Denoya, Gabriela Inés Guerrero, Luis Galmarini, Mara Virginia |
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Szerman, Natalia Merayo, Manuela Vaudagna, Sergio Ramon Denoya, Gabriela Inés Guerrero, Luis Galmarini, Mara Virginia |
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Meat Climate Change Attitudes Diet Carne Cambio Climático Actitud Dieta Argentina Sustainable Diets Focus Groups Dietary Change Dietas Sostenibles Grupos Focales Cambio Dietético |
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Meat Climate Change Attitudes Diet Carne Cambio Climático Actitud Dieta Argentina Sustainable Diets Focus Groups Dietary Change Dietas Sostenibles Grupos Focales Cambio Dietético |
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Meat alternatives’ popularity is increasing worldwide. Nevertheless, the attitudes and motivations underpinning their adoption still evolve and may differ by region. In Argentina, where meat consumption per capita is among the highest globally, the market for plant-based meat alternatives (PBMAs) is just beginning to develop. Few reports attempt to explain the behavior of the Argentinian population regarding these products. This study explored the knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of meat analogues and hybrid products through a national online survey (N = 2339). Also, barriers and drivers to their consumption as well as the target segments were identified. Participants were classified as omnivores 73.8%, flexitarians 19.5%, vegetarians 6%, and vegans 0.7%. Despite the significant lack of awareness about PBMAs, there is a strong willingness to adopt them, with females, younger respondents, and those with lower incomes more open to these options. The main drivers for consumption were health concerns, animal welfare, and environmental awareness. Familiarity was a key factor influencing the adoption, as evidenced by the openness of well-informed omnivores. Lack of available options represented the main limitation for consumption and distrust regarding their origin and sensory appeal were the primary reasons for rejection. This study reveals a potential market for PBMAs in Argentina, highlighting that guaranteeing nutritional and sensory quality is crucial. Educating consumers is also essential for their widespread acceptance. Instituto Investigación Tecnología de Alimentos (ITA) Fil: Soteras, Trinidad. Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria (INTA). Instituto de Investigación Tecnología de Alimentos; Argentina. Fil: Soteras, Trinidad. Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de los Sistemas Alimentarios Sustentables (ICyTeSAS) UEDD INTA-CONICET; Argentina Fil: Szerman, Natalia. Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria (INTA). Instituto de Investigación Tecnología de Alimentos; Argentina. Fil: Szerman, Natalia. Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de los Sistemas Alimentarios Sustentables (ICyTeSAS) UEDD INTA-CONICET; Argentina. Fil: Szerman, Natalia. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; Argentina. Fil: Merayo, Manuela. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; Argentina. Fil: Merayo, Manuela. Universidad Nacional de Río Negro. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia de Río Negro; Argentina. Fil: Merayo, Manuela. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia de Río Negro; Argentina. Fil: Vaudagna, Sergio Ramon. Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria (INTA). Instituto de Investigación Tecnología de Alimentos; Argentina. Fil: Vaudagna, Sergio Ramon. Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de los Sistemas Alimentarios Sustentables (ICyTeSAS) UEDD INTA-CONICET; Argentina Fil: Vaudagna, Sergio Ramon. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; Argentina. Fil: Denoya, Gabriela Inés. Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria (INTA). Instituto de Investigación Tecnología de Alimentos; Argentina. Fil: Denoya, Gabriela Inés. Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de los Sistemas Alimentarios Sustentables (ICyTeSAS) UEDD INTA-CONICET; Argentina Fil: Denoya, Gabriela Inés. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; Argentina. Fil: Guerrero, Luis. Instituto de investigación de la Generalitat de Cataluña (IRTA). Finca Camps i Armet (Girona); España. Fil: Galmarini, Mara Virginia. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; Argentina. |
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