Revolution on a plate

Imagine a world where your lunch doesn't grow in a field, but in a lab. The future of food is already knocking at the door.

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05.05.2025  |  K. Hoffman

Insect delicacies on a plate

Insects are rich in protein and their farming puts less strain on the planet than traditional animals. It could be a key part of our diet.

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Meat from the lab? No problem!

Cultured meat is produced from cells in the laboratory. The first burger cost $330,000, but the price is coming down.

Source:  iStockphoto - Firn

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Algae: the superfood of the future

Seaweed is not just a garnish for sushi, but a nutritional bomb full of vitamins and minerals. They grow quickly and absorb CO2.

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3D food printing: Customized food

3D food printing allows you to create dishes with precise texture and nutritional composition. Scientists have printed vegan salmon.

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Personalised nutrition: Food for your genome

Personalised DNAnutrition can help prevent diseases such as diabetes and heart disease.

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Vertical farms: growing at height

Vertical farms use enclosed spaces to grow crops all year round. They can ensure urban food security.

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Fermented foods: health from bacteria

Fermented foods increase nutritional value and promote gut health. The global market will reach $750 billion by 2027.

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Food from waste: A second chance for food

Innovative ways to use food waste: coffee grounds into flour, fruit peels into pectin, old bread into beer.

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Food as medicine: functional foods

Functional foods offer health benefits and their market is expected to reach $275 billion by 2028.

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Artificial intelligence in the kitchen

Artificial intelligence will analyse eating habits, suggest recipes and order food online.

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