NEW TECH FOODS

Cultivated meat producer Believer Meats has received a green light from the US FDA, confirming the safety of its cell-based chicken and paving the way for future market entry in the US.

The FDA has issued a “No Questions” letter (NQL), indicating it has no further concerns regarding the company’s safety conclusion for its cultivated meat product. While the formal letter is not yet available on the agency’s website, the news was confirmed by Believer Meats CEO Gustavo Burger in a LinkedIn post.

Burger described the regulatory milestone as a “transformative moment” for the company and the wider cultivated meat sector. He also announced the completion of Believer Meats’ large-scale production facility in Wilson, North Carolina – touted as the first and only site of its kind currently in operation worldwide.

This is more than just progress – it’s a defining moment, a bold leap forward in our vision to lead food innovation that cares for the planet," Burger said.

"As we move forward, our focus remains on execution – advancing cultivated meat from promise to product, and contributing to a more resilient, sustainable food system."

Founded with a mission to revolutionise the way meat is produced, Believer Meats is among a growing number of food-tech companies seeking regulatory approval for lab-grown alternatives to conventional animal protein. The FDA’s NQL is a key step in the regulatory process in the US, typically followed by USDA inspections and labeling approval before commercial sale is permitted.

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