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Should the government allow the commercialization of lab-grown meat?

Lab-grown meat is produced by culturing animal cells and could serve as an alternative to traditional livestock farming. Proponents argue that it can reduce environmental impact and animal suffering, and improve food security. Opponents argue that it may face public resistance and unknown long-term health effects.

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Response rates from 109k Canada voters.

32%
Yes
68%
No
24%
Yes
60%
No
7%
Yes, as long as a disclosure is prominently displayed on packaging and restaurant menus
8%
No, we need more long-term studies to ensure safety

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 @B2BMK7Bfrom Alberta  answered…1yr1Y

Yes, but perform more studies first, & allow it as long as a disclosure is prominently displayed on packaging and restaurant menus

 @B23CRQ3from Nova Scotia  answered…2yrs2Y

No, we should only use natural means of obtaining food. Also, eliminate grocery chains and make them decentralized.

 @9VRLFFNfrom British Columbia  answered…2yrs2Y

needs more research but should be supported as long as packaging is clear about what the product contains

 @9TMMVLNfrom Alberta  answered…2yrs2Y

yes as long as the lab-grown meat follows the same safety qualification tests as traditional livestock farming, there shouldn't be issue with doing so.

 @9RQNPMRfrom Nova Scotia  answered…2yrs2Y

Only if it will be more affordable and provide all the nutrients found in organic grass fed and have no toxic contents ,processes or byproducts.

 @9RPDQJJfrom British Columbia  answered…2yrs2Y

Yes, assuming that the products are clearly labelled as such and undergo the same restrictions needing to be met as the standard supply.

 @9RBYBX6from Nova Scotia  answered…2yrs2Y

It has been scientifically proven that there are cons to lab-grown meat compared to naturally farmed. I greatly disagree with this.

 @9R4QBMXfrom Ontario  answered…2yrs2Y

it depends, I would not eat it but some people might so as long as it is safe I would say within moderation.

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