If we build it, they will come…right? A fresh take on food tech challenges

The FDA recently approved the sale of the first lab-grown chicken product, and yet a new GFI report highlights the challenges of scaling alternative protein products. Every day seems to bring new headlines in the food tech space.   While there are a lot of big promises being made about how technologies like AI, cellular agriculture and more can address some of the biggest challenges facing our food system, the struggles companies continue to face underscore a persistent question: is the promise of these technologies enough to sustain consumer interest?  We’re taking a fresh look at this complicated landscape in the latest Insatiable Appetite episode. From difficulties sourcing cell lines to obtaining religious certifications, we’re getting deep into some of the most complex challenges and opportunities.