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😟 The cultivated meat industry is facing significant regulatory hurdles, including state-level bans and uncertainties surrounding federal regulations. "It's a fascinating time to be involved in this industry, but it's also challenging," says Brian P. Sylvester, Partner at Perkins Coie, in the Q3 2024 edition of Protein Production Technology International. To overcome these challenges, says Sylvester, companies must actively engage with regulators, build relationships with stakeholders, and prioritize transparency. By addressing consumer concerns, ensuring regulatory compliance, and investing in research and development, the cultivated meat industry can position itself for long-term success. 📰 Read more from Brian in the latest issue of Protein Production Technology today: https://hubs.ly/Q02PXWW10 #CultivatedMeat #CellularAgriculture #Regulations #RelationshipBuilding #FoodInnovation

Step by step, the precision fermentation is disrupting in food and in agriculture sectors where there are huge opportunities

At just 14, Sirish from Georgia, has developed PestiSCAND, a game-changing device that detects pesticide residue on fresh produce with 85%+ accuracy. Leveraging spectrophotometry and AI-driven data analytics, PestiSCAND scans light wavelengths bouncing off produce to identify pesticide traces. . His invention won him the prestigious 3M Young Scientist Challenge title and a $25,000 prize. The best part, Sirish’s vision is to make PestiSCAND accessible at just $20, putting affordable, science-backed food safety in everyone’s hands. Imagine a world where consumers can scan fruits and veggies in real time, ensuring safe, pesticide-free produce. Innovation truly knows no age! #YoungScientist #FoodSafety #Innovation

The Impact of Biological Research on the Upscaling of cultured Meat Markets (Quotes from Food Engineering Magazine, March 22, 2024) The process of creating cultured meat entails the cultivation of animal cells within bioreactors, where they are nurtured in a regulated and uncontaminated setting. This innovative approach is poised to transform our conventional perceptions of food production. ** https://lnkd.in/dSZSK9CA **

🚨 Update!🚨 A milestone for ag biologicals in California California Senate Bill 1522, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, creates a framework for biostimulants in the state. This simplifies registration and labeling and aligns with national efforts for consistent regulation. 👇More Details👇 The Biological Products Industry Alliance (BPIA) just announced the signing of California Senate Bill 1522 by Governor Gavin Newsom on August 27, 2024. This legislation establishes a comprehensive framework for biostimulants in California, marking a significant step towards implementing the AAPFCO (Association of American Plant Food Control Officials) model bill. Key Highlights of SB 1522: 💎 Clear Definitions and Classifications: Provides a well-defined framework for biostimulants, ensuring clarity and consistency. 👟 Streamlined Registration: Simplifies the registration process for manufacturers, promoting efficiency and innovation. 🚸 Product Labeling and Efficacy: Sets labeling and efficacy claims guidelines, ensuring product integrity and consumer confidence. This legislation promotes sustainability through biological solutions and fosters innovation (while ensuring product integrity in agriculture). SB 1522 sets a precedent for other states, advancing the adoption of biostimulants and biological solutions nationwide.

ICYMI, this 1pg editorial from Nature Biotech is perhaps the most concise explainer on why cultivated meat is necessary, and why governments should be doing everything in their power to support it. Surreal & wonderful to see this level of endorsement from such a reputable journal. https://lnkd.in/gZnNMji6

New sustainable ways in food production with benefits to climate, environment and animal welfare are emerging. What countries will lead the way?

🍖 🔬 For everybody interested in what is happening in the Japanese cultivated meat space, who are the major players and what are the latest research initiatives, here’s an article by my colleague Sachika Onaka Adcock on the recent trends in the industry. #foodtech, #innovation, #altproteins, #sustainability, #cultivatedmeat, #cellularagriculture, #Japan

What she said! It is of outermost importance that governments support this new field to grow and flourish in line with worldwide public goals of #sustainability and accessibility. #cultivatedmeat #biotechnology #newfood

Join me in Chicago! Price parity is frequently cited as the #1 issue limiting adoption of plant-based meat. While the hype cycle of our industry is long gone, sustainable businesses come from getting to product-market-fit, including price parity with animal meat. I will be speaking at The Future of Protein Production Chicago on this topic -- from the fundamentals of production technology to unlocking "quality-at-scale" for plant-based meat. The conference is at McCormick Place on April 24th & 25th. Join me and over 85 other speakers to hear about the latest developments in alternative proteins. Find out more here: FPP Chicago | April 24 & 25 (https://lnkd.in/giiRcYky) #altprotein #altmeat #plantbasedmeat #manufacturingtechnology #productionengineering #industrialdesign