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Appetising insects, lab-grown burgers, and plant-based

'meat' including artificial blood. Global demand is

skyrocketing, and cows sheep, pigs and chickens can't keep up.

So scientists are looking for brand new sources of protein.

Chef's Specials

in 2050: Insects

and Artificial Meat

INSECTS SUPPLY ECO-FRIENDLY PROTEIN

JUICY VEGETARIAN BURGERS WITH ARTIFICIAL BLOOD

LAB-GROWN BURGERS COULD SAVE THE WORLD

Creepy-crawly breeding is energy-efficient, and the insects provide more protein than beef.

Scientists have developed methods that allow them to make plant products, which taste and feel like meat.

Enjoy meat with a clear conscience in the future, when scientists start growing animal-free meat in huge tanks.

SHUTTERSTOCK

By Mikkel Meister