The future of protein: are lab-grown meat and plant-based alternatives the new normal?

The global food system uses a lot of land. Experts say that if everyone adopted a plant-based diet, the world’s agricultural land use could decrease by about 75%.

At this rate, lab-grown meat and plant-based alternatives aren’t just trends that are likely to die out. They could very well become part of everyday life.

Whether people choose them for their health, the planet, or their personal values, one thing is certain: protein is changing. And soon, the chicken sandwich you order at the store might not come from a farm, but from a laboratory.