UK Greenlights Lab-Grown Meat for Pet Food

Meatly's cultivated chicken becomes first approved lab-grown meat product in Europe, targeting eco-conscious pet owners.

Regulators approved Meatly's lab-grown chicken for pet food, marking a European first.
The UK leveraged post-Brexit regulatory freedom to expedite the approval process.
Meatly plans to launch commercial samples this year and scale production within three years.
The pet food industry has a significant climate impact, prompting demand for sustainable alternatives.
Concerns about cost and consumer acceptance remain challenges for the cultivated meat sector.