The landmark was laid by3D Bio-Tissues(3DBT), a bio-techfirm based in Newcastle.
Founded in 2019, the company cultivated human corneas for vision-impaired people before applying its techniques to meat.
There is also a strong business case for the produce.
Consulting firmMcKinsey predictsthe market for cultivated meat could reach $25 billion (26 billion) by 2030.
3DBTs landmark fillet began life as cells extracted from pigs.
The cells were then grown, divided, and turned into structured meat.
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One ingredient the company didnt use is fetal bovine serum (FBS), a common cell growth component.
The liquids popularity has plummeted amid an outcry over its production from cattle foetuses.
Thats all well-and-good, but the real test is in the taste.
According to 3DBT, the product passed with flying colours.
The companynow plans to soon showcase at a public event in London.
Naturally, Ive asked for a taste of the lab-grown delicacy.
Well let you know if my request is approved.
In the meantime, wed love to hear your thoughts on the latest cellular flesh.
Story byThomas Macaulay
Thomas is the managing editor of TNW.
He leads our coverage of European tech and oversees our talented team of writers.
Away from work, he e(show all)Thomas is the managing editor of TNW.
He leads our coverage of European tech and oversees our talented team of writers.
Away from work, he enjoys playing chess (badly) and the guitar (even worse).
