Starbucks Corp has said that it is planning to introduce a breakfast sandwich with a plant-based patty in the United States and Canada this year.
Last week, the coffee chain said that it is aiming to add more plant-based food and drinks to its menu as part of its latest plan to become more environmentally friendly.
A company spokeswoman previously declined to comment on potential suppliers.
A Race To Offer Plant-Based Products
Over the past year, with the rise of companies such as Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods, the popularity of plant-based menu items has increased, and several major brands and restaurants have raced to offer such products.
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