In 2025, major headlines in the vegan space ranged from the expansion of vegan businesses and new plant-based products to the loss of iconic figures like John Robbins and Jane Goodall. The year saw Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. dismissing beans in America's nutrition guidelines, the closure of iconic vegan brand Yves Veggie Cuisine, and the acquisition of Miyoko's Creamery by Prosperity Organic Foods. Other notable stories included the introduction of the Plant-Based Pancake Slam at Denny's, Billie Eilish's vegan takeovers, and the closure of mycelium meat giant Meati Foods due to financial issues.

France's soy crackdown and the vegan menu at Prince William's Earthshot Prize event sparked debate, while Bruce Springsteen's one meal a day diet and the rise of alpha-gal syndrome leading to over 520 cases of veganism following tick bites were also featured. Additionally, Nutella introduced its first new dairy-free flavor, Nutella Peanut, while Nestle's vegan KitKat was discontinued. Actor Jeff Goldblum's decision to stop eating meat due to the filming of the animal-rights themed movie Wicked: For Good highlighted the growing influence of veganism in various sectors.