Modern Meat Eyes US Expansion Plan and Distribution into the United States

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - September 29, 2020) - Modern Meat Inc. (CSE: MEAT) ("Modern Meat") or (the "Company"), a premier plant-based food manufacturer, is pleased to announce that intends to expand into the US market and is evaluating a list of potential acquisition targets. Since listing on the Canadian Stock Exchange (CSE) the Company has been targeting strategic M&A opportunities, as well as internal growth expansion projects.

Modern Meat will specifically look to team-up with strong vegan brands that have a wide distribution network and management that aligns with the core principals of the Company. Expansion into the US will serve as the Company's first step into the international market, which is important for its successful growth.

"The United States market for meat substitute and vegan-labelled food products is witnessing strong year over year growth," states Tara Haddad, CEO of Modern Meat. "As a lifestyle company focused on nutrition, health and wellness, we want to develop a strong pipeline of brand extensions and new products with the goal of carving out a niche for Modern Meat in the US vegan space."

The US is one of the leading countries in the vegan movement. Currently, the US vegan population is 3% of adults aged 18-29 years, 4% of those 30-49, 1% of those 50-64, and 3% of those over 65 years and the trend is increasing each year. The global vegan food market value is estimated to reach around USD 24.3 billion by 2026 and will grow at CAGR above 9.1% over the forecast time frame.

"Facilitating expansion into the US market is a major growth initiative for us," said Campbell Becher, Head of Finance and Mergers and Acquisitions for Modern Meat. "With the superior ingredient profile of our plant-based products and increasing consumer demand for healthier options, we believe our brand will be a hit in the US market. Looking ahead, I am extremely excited to drive our growth and shareholder value through strategic acquisitions."

About Modern Meat

Modern Meat is a Canadian food company based in Vancouver, British Columbia that offers a portfolio of plant-based meat products. Modern Meat recognizes the importance of providing consumers nutritious and sustainable meat alternatives without sacrificing taste. We are deliberate in choosing ingredients free of soy, gluten, nuts and GMO's. Our mission is to change the way food is produced and consumed for the benefit of people, animals and the environment by using only natural 100% plant-based ingredients.

For further information, please contact:
Tanya Todd
Communications Director
info@themodernmeat.com
604-395-0974

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