The Food Standards Agency and Food Standards Scotland have published a new horizon-scanning report examining the food innovations most likely to shape regulatory and food-safety priorities in the UK over the next 5–15 years.
Technologies including precision fermentation, cellular agriculture, molecular farming, controlled-environment agriculture and 3D food printing offer exciting opportunities but they may also create new challenges for food authenticity, traceability and consumer confidence.
The report highlights the growing importance of robust analytical methods, clear product identity and specifications, transparent supply chains, accurate consumer information and collaboration between regulators, industry and researchers.
Preparing early will be essential to ensure that innovation is supported by the evidence, controls and assurance needed to maintain trust in the food system.
Read full report here.
