Consumer Acceptance of Cultured Meat in Romania Highlighting Sustainable Perspectives for Both Human and Pet Consumption.

ABSTRACT: Cultured meat is an emerging innovation with the potential to contribute to sustainable animal production by reducing the environmental and ethical challenges associated with conventional animal farming. In Romania, this new source of protein is viewed with both interest and scepticism, reflecting broader consumer uncertainties about food innovations. Market data indicates that Romania faces a significant deficit in animal protein supply (exceeding 65% for pork, as well as notable deficits in fish and beef), while also recording one of the largest overall trade deficits in pet food. In this context, the present study explored the openness of respondents in northeastern Romania to the consumption of cultivated meat, taking into account both personal diet and pet nutrition. The results showe

SUBMITTER: Petrescu SI 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12523586 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature