The social repercussion of cultivated (cell-based) meat

Abstract

This document addresses the different perspectives about the social repercussion of cultivated meat. This topic is current and there are conflicting points of view related to it. Even though food culture is passed down over generations, it is continually changing due to the introduction of new food products in the market and changes in consumers’ habits. Population projections indicate accelerated and continuous growth in the coming decades, which should increase the demand for food in general. Research is being developed in search of meat made of animal cells or plants with the sensory characteristics of the bovine product, mainly in the United States, Israel, European Union and China. We suggest some objectives and variables that would be interesting to measure to monitor the impacts of this theme in South America. The initial idea is to suggest to studies with different approaches to build broad knowledge, in the first moment. Obviously, that can be done with many adaptations and qualifications. This document presents initial ideas designed to contribute to and support productive diversification and food sovereignty. It is a document that suggests ideas and discussions, based on the literature with quality results.