Israeli food technology company Steakholder Foods is set to launch its Perfecta plant-based meat range in the US market in the second half of 2026. The company, known for its 3D-printing machinery for alternative protein production, is focusing on bringing a premium consumer brand to the market, starting with a phased rollout in the northeastern United States. The Perfecta range includes whole-cut formats designed to replicate steak and chicken breast, as well as extruded products like salmon, white fish, and hamburger patties.

Texture and format have been identified as key barriers to plant-based meat adoption, especially in the whole-cut segment. Steakholder Foods' move towards direct consumer market entry with the Perfecta launch is aimed at addressing this challenge. The company plans to expand distribution beyond the northeastern US as supply chain and logistics capacity allow, with retail expansion and brand-building activity to follow the initial rollout. Financial details and pricing for the launch have not been disclosed at this time.