Quotes from Plant Based News, March 20, 2024
Cultivated Pet Nutrition: A Sustainable Future
The initial production of cat nourishment utilizing lab-grown meat has been completed, signaling a potential upcoming market introduction.
The item represents a joint effort between pet nutrition experts Omni and the cultivated meat pioneer Meatly. For Omni, this marks their initial foray into the cultivated domain, having previously offered exclusively plant-derived nourishment for felines and canines.
The 150-gram containers of lab-grown chicken cat food are priced at one pound each. Currently, they are awaiting governmental regulatory approval before becoming available for purchase. The brand has indicated that Pets at Home may become its inaugural retailer following the authorization, potentially within the upcoming quarter.
The launch of the first batches of cultivated pet food into the market marks a significant achievement for Meatly and the cultivated meat industry at large. Owen Ensor, Co-founder and CEO of Meatly, expressed his enthusiasm over reaching this pivotal point, indicating the company’s readiness to commence sales. He further emphasized that cultivated meat offers pet owners a straightforward decision – opting for pet food that is not only delicious and nutritious but also aligns with sustainable practices.
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