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<p>Cellular agriculture has the potential to transform how we produce some foods.
Advances in science may allow us to create traditional animal products away from traditional
farm settings, from gelatine and egg whites to milk and even meat. Such methods of
production also have the potential to reduce climate emissions, especially when harnessing
renewable energy supplies. Whilst Defra has not yet assessed the potential of this
technology on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, through the £90 million Industrial
Strategy Challenge Fund Transforming Food Production challenge we will focus on innovation
and research around agriculture, productivity and sustainability.</p><p>The environmental
impacts of food are complex and span the whole supply chain. Defra undertakes and
coordinates research across the whole food system to enhance productivity, enhance
food quality, increase efficiency, and reduce waste, from primary production through
to manufacturing, retail, distribution and the consumer.</p><p>The Government is committed
to publishing a National Food Strategy when we leave the European Union. This will
help ensure that our food system delivers healthy and affordable food for all people,
and is built upon a resilient and sustainable agriculture sector which considers its
climate impact.</p>
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