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DFF launches new report on future of

food security, alternative protein

Story by Amjad Saleh

• 1d • 3 min read

DUBAI, 28th May, 2024 (WAM) -- Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has

released a new report highlighting the importance of enhancing food security for
communities by leveraging scientific and research advancements in alternative
protein. It navigates the expected changes in Agri-food systems (AFS), which
currently provide jobs for approximately 1.23 billion people, supporting 3.83
billion individuals in households linked to AFSglobally.

Titled "Mission possible food security – A role for alternative proteins”, the
report is part of the Dubai Future Foundation’s series of reports and initiatives to
enhance the readiness of key sectors for future challenges and opportunities.
This effort strengthens Dubai’s position at the forefront of global cities in future
preparedness.

The launch was announced during an event hosted by the Dubai Future
Academy in collaboration with Dubai Municipality and "Food Tech Valley", with
the participation of experts, scientists, researchers, specialists, and startups
working in the field of future food, food production and innovative technologies,
processes, and governance in the UAE and globally. The event aimed to discuss
the potential of technology-based solutions as sustainable alternatives. In
addition, the participants had the opportunity to sample foods produced using
futuristic techniques.

Global Transformations

The report emphasised the importance of the role of all stakeholders in the food
value chain, including government, regulatory bodies, companies, and
consumers, in exploring opportunities for innovation and development in future
food production systems to ensure food security. This is especially crucial given
estimates that 374 million tonnes of meat will need to be supplied by 2030 due to
rising average incomes and the expected massive population growth. Meanwhile,
the production of cultured meat is projected to reach 2.1 million metric tonnes by
2030, with the market value reaching US$25 billion.

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