Protein is an essential source of nutrition and there is a growing demand for it, forecasted to increase by 78% in 2050. As the protein system in the food and beverage industry involves both consumption and production, it becomes necessary to conduct these two processes within planetary boundaries. However, as the traditional meat industry is a high-energy, high-resource type, negative impacts on the nitrogen cycle balance, water quality and biodiversity are to be expected. For … [Read more...] about Going beyond supporting sustainability in alternative protein
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Alternative protein, cultivated meat as major disruptors in F&B
When it comes to innovation and disrupting a traditional industry like food and beverage (F&B), the alternative protein industry is one that has taken center stage in the past few years. Transitioning to other sources of protein, including cultivated meat, is considered a long-term trend with great potential, although the current landscape is still in its nascent stages. Today, the market is valued at $20 billion and is estimated to reach around $155 billion by 2027. Right now, it … [Read more...] about Alternative protein, cultivated meat as major disruptors in F&B
GOOD Meat receives regulatory approval for cultivated chicken in Singapore
Singapore is one of the nations that have been open to the idea of utilising alternative sources of nutrition for its food supply. The country, through the Singapore Food Agency (SFA), has given regulatory approval to GOOD Meat to sell different types of cultivated chicken products. This company is part of Eat Just Inc., a food tech enterprise that focuses on sustainable and healthier food items. This announcement comes one year after GOOD Meat introduce high-quality meat that’s cultivated … [Read more...] about GOOD Meat receives regulatory approval for cultivated chicken in Singapore