Vgarden, Ltd, an Israeli FoodTech company, announced the global launch of its vegetarian sausage products produced in partnership with major Israeli supermarket chain and delicatessen manufacturer Tiv Taam. The collaboration will help increase Vgarden’s production capacity to support the company’s global marketing activities.
“This strategic collaboration with Tiv Tam will enable our company to significantly increase production to meet anticipated demand in the US and internationally.”
In a strategic move to expand into the global vegetarian market, Tiv Tam has signed an exclusive manufacturing agreement with ViGarden to produce a range of pea protein-based kosher meat alternatives developed by the startup at its new production facility. The portfolio will include alternative products such as pepperoni, ham, chicken, turkey and other cold cut options.
ViGarden’s vegan sausages are based on pea protein and coconut oil and contain up to 26.5 percent protein by weight – the same or more than their conventional animal protein counterparts. They contain no soy, are low carb, non-GMO and can be refrigerated for up to six months.
Vgarden recently received more than $15 million in initial strategic funding from Leumi Partners to advance its product development and international operations.
New facility
Tiv Tam has acquired a new production facility in Haifa ready to produce kosher and vegan meals. “We have traditionally supplied the top local culinary market with premium cured meats, dairy products and seafood,” explained Hagai Shalom, owner and CEO of Tiv Tam. “At the same time, we have adapted to changing consumer buying patterns and a growing preference for plant-based meat alternatives. The new partnership gives us new opportunities to break into the international vegan food landscape.”
“This strategic collaboration with Tiv Taam will enable our company to significantly increase production to meet anticipated demand in the US and internationally and accelerate the development of Vgarden products,” said Ilan Adut, CEO of Vgarden. “Tiv Tam Group’s experience and professionalism in the world of food production, combined with the great trust established between us, can guarantee a long and fruitful cooperation.”
For more information, visit www.vgardenfoods.com and www.tivtaam.co.il.