Evolution of Factory Farming Model

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The factory farming model has significantly scaled over the last century, supported by government research and funding of universities. In contrast, the cell-cultivated meat sector lacks the same infrastructure to support its growth.

Americans are eating more meat than ever, and it’s wreaking havoc on the environment. Vox’s Kenny Torrella explains how lab-grown meat could be the solution — if only manufacturers can overcome technological setbacks and political blowback.

This episode was produced by Miles Bryan, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and guest-hosted by David Pierce.

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