Morningstar Farms facts for kids
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| Industry | Food |
| Founded | 1974 |
| Parent | Kellanova |
Morningstar Farms is a brand that makes tasty plant-based foods. It is part of a bigger company called Kellanova. Morningstar Farms creates vegetarian and vegan meals. These foods are made from plants, not from animals. They often look and taste like regular meat products.
You can find many different Morningstar Farms products. They make meatless chicken nuggets, popcorn chicken, and corn dogs. They also have breakfast sausages, veggie burgers, and hot dogs. Other products include bacon and pizza rolls with vegan cheese.
In the past, some Morningstar products were vegan, and some were just vegetarian. In 2019, the company said it wanted all its products to be vegan by 2021. As of August 2025, they are still working towards this goal.
How Morningstar Farms Started
Morningstar Farms was first created by a company called Worthington Foods. This brand of frozen, soy-based meatless foods began appearing in grocery stores across the U.S. in 1975. It was advertised a lot and helped many Americans learn about using soy to make foods that taste like meat.
In October 1999, Kellogg's bought Worthington Foods. This is how Kellogg's got the Morningstar Farms brand. Later, in 2014, Kellogg's sold Worthington Foods but kept the Morningstar line of products. In 2021, Kellogg's announced they would spend $43 million to make their Morningstar Farms factory in Zanesville, Ohio, even bigger. This expansion helps them make more plant-based foods for everyone.
What Are Plant-Based Foods?
Plant-based foods are made from plants like vegetables, fruits, grains, nuts, and seeds. They do not contain any meat, fish, or dairy products. Eating plant-based foods can be a healthy choice for many people. It can also be good for the environment.
Morningstar Farms focuses on making plant-based versions of popular foods. This helps people who want to eat less meat or no meat at all. Their products offer a way to enjoy familiar meals while choosing plant-based ingredients.
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In Spanish: Morningstar Farms para niños
