a16z Podcast: Old Food, New Tech - Clean Meat

This podcast discusses the future of food production, focusing on meatless meats and clean meats to feed a growing population.

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The research method involves a discussion on a podcast with industry experts from Memphis Meats, Impossible Foods, and The Good Food Institute, moderated by a partner from a16z.

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By 2050, the global population is expected to reach 9.7 billion, necessitating a transformation in food production methods. Traditional livestock farming is unsustainable at this scale, both in terms of meeting demand and environmental impact. The report explores alternative approaches to protein production, such as meatless meats and clean meats, which are developed through technological innovations rather than traditional animal farming. Industry leaders from Memphis Meats, Impossible Foods, and The Good Food Institute discuss these alternatives and the challenges associated with consumer acceptance and market penetration. The conversation, part of the a16z Podcast, also touches on the emotional aspects of food consumption, the need for transparency in food sourcing, and the concept of local “meat breweries” as a potential future for food production. The discussion emphasizes the importance of taste and consumer experience in driving a shift towards sustainable, ethical, and efficient food systems.

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Categories: 2016 publication year | 2050 time horizon | 2050s time horizon | English publication language | Global geographic scope | clean meats | consumer acceptance | food | food production | food sourcing | market penetration | meatless meats | population growth | sustainability | synthetic meat | technological innovation | transparency