There have been many debates concerning the topic of whether or not lab-grown meat is good or provides any substantial benefits. The Singaporean start-up called ” Shiok Meats” took it into their own hands to create slaughter-free shrimp, crabs, and lobster.
Shiok Meats, a Singapore-based start-up, is wading into the alternative meat market with lab-grown shrimp and lobster https://t.co/3plMnYReX4 pic.twitter.com/1hIfTt8aJz
— Reuters (@Reuters) January 29, 2020
While the evolutionary initiative aims to focus on stopping marine life going extinct, several people argue that produce from lab-based farming is not affordable for many. Lab-based farming produces meat using animal cells, which is a complex process and requires over-the-top technology. One must wonder whether these ambitious projects have any value at all.
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Such produce is usually promoted for the reasons that it strives to meet demands of a growing population and eliminate world hunger. However, it also is overly pricey and has not proven to reduce exploitation of animals.
In a statement, founder Shriram tells the media that:
“We chose to start with shrimp because it’s an easier animal to deal with compared to crabs and lobsters.”
As easy as the process can be for the founders, a small little dumpling is made for under $200-300. The process to create it might seem easy, but the financial costs alone are enough to give anyone a pause.
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Even though lab farming stands for the elimination of world hunger, it seems like they’ve forgotten that poor people can’t really afford this. Nonetheless, if these projects lead to economies of scale, it might be a good step towards a prosperous future.
Do you think Shiok’s efforts of producing lab-grown shrimp, crabs, and lobster will prove to be useful? Let us know what you think!
