IntegriCulture, a Japanese start-up, has raised $7 million to develop its cell-growing platform and commercialize lab-grown foie gras. Foie gras is a natural fit for a cellular meat company. It is normally made from the livers of ducks or geese that are force fed, which raises concerns about animal welfare. It’s also often served as a pâté, meaning it has a simple structure.The French start-up Gourmey raised $10 million last year to scale up production of its own lab-grown foie gras.
South Korean Alt-Meat Market Expands by 35% YOY
The South Korean alt-meat market is expanding rapidly, according to data from Euromonitor and the Korea Agro Fisheries and Food Trade Corporation.
