Legal, regulatory and societal challenges & opportunities
As global food supplies face increasing pressure due to geopolitical tensions and shifting economic and societal landscapes, the role of innovative food products has never been more crucial. From alternative proteins to cultivated meat and fermentation-based solutions, startups in food innovation must navigate complex legal, regulatory, and societal pathways to bring their products to market successfully.
This session will delve into the key challenges and opportunities these companies face, tackling critical questions such as: How do you determine the correct regulatory pathway for your product? What strategies drive consumer acceptance? And what role do investors play in regulatory approval strategies?
Additionally, we will discuss the potential implications of the Veggieburger ban case (ECJ C-438/23) for plant-based and cell-agriculture products.
Moderator: Karin Verzijden | Axon Lawyers
Panellists: Ingrid van der Meer | WUR, Nikolaas Vles | NIZO, Tomas Turner | Cultivated Biosciences, Cornelius Lahme | BLUU Seafood
Stage 3 – Momentum 2,3
Cornelius Lahme | BLUU Seafood, Ingrid van der Meer | WUR, Karin Verzijden | Axon Lawyers, Nikolaas Vles | NIZO, Tomas Turner | Cultivated Biosciences
