Should the government allow the commercialization of lab-grown meat?

It has been scientifically proven that there are cons to lab-grown meat compared to naturally farmed. I greatly disagree with this.

The government should stop subsidizing meat and help fund other protein source production like redirecting soy feed from livestock to human food

it depends, I would not eat it but some people might so as long as it is safe I would say within moderation.

I believe that until the health risks and effects have been studied and are well known that the government should not allow the commercialization of lab-grown meat

Yes, to ensure proper tests and ethical procedures are done to ensure the safety of consumers.

No and yes if people feel more comfortable with lab grown then make it but I believe real meet will be better

No, there is no way that the chemicals used to create lab-grown meat will have good long-term effects on our bodies. So let’s prioritize putting that money back into farmers and livestock to create healthy, free-range meat.

No, return to sustainable farming practices and get commercial and science out of the food industry.

Yes, but perform more studies first, & allow it as long as a disclosure is prominently displayed on packaging and restaurant menus

NO. The human body is energetic and the non natural frequency of the meat will cause reactions/chronic illness/mental illness. if you understand homeostasis you will understand why this is a big NO. Mother Nature is healing while all man made frequencies is illness causing.

I do not personally eat meat, though it's a good cause because the cow population will not be largely affected.

needs more research but should be supported as long as packaging is clear about what the product contains

yes as long as the lab-grown meat follows the same safety qualification tests as traditional livestock farming, there shouldn't be issue with doing so.

Only if it will be more affordable and provide all the nutrients found in organic grass fed and have no toxic contents ,processes or byproducts.

Yes, assuming that the products are clearly labelled as such and undergo the same restrictions needing to be met as the standard supply.

Yes, but it should be regulated to maintain a standard quality and prevent a monopoly on the industry.

No, we should only use natural means of obtaining food. Also, eliminate grocery chains and make them decentralized.

Yes, as long as there is both wide agreement amongst independent research and health bodies that lab-grown meat is safe long-term for consumption and will reduce carbon emissions in total

No, i do not trust it, the artificial growth of cells like that sounds like cancer cells and that can potentially cause a public health disaster. until there is more research into it with longterm studies on human health we should not allow it. but i do see how that can help lower costs of meat by increasing the supply of meat in our national food supply. could be a real way to achieve post scarcity which would be a net benefit to society.

This lab-grown meat shouldn't be needed. As consumers, we need to be more conscious of how much we are eating and consume less. There is already too much food waste.

No, the goverment should invest in local Canadian farmers ro ensure success and access to Canadian goods.

Yes, as long as research has been conducted over long amounts of time, with safety and regulation hazards in place, clear labeling, and alternative options as lab grown meat may have side affects that could affect the population long-term instead of immediately.

If the government gets involved they need to make it cost effective compared to meat, and it needs to be disclosed

Get rid of meat altogether. It's a link in many diseases, environmental concerns, and there are non-animal related alternatives

Eventually yes, but studies should be done with full public disclosure ensuring it's safety. Also disclosure should be displayed on packaging and menus.

Don’t get me wrong it’s probably safe, and most likely tastes the same, however I’d still like to see a long term effects study done if possible. While I trust science, they make mistakes too

It should at least be tested and checked by the government before allowing other people to purchase it from a supermarket.

WTF is lab grown meat and what have I been eating it!?! Does packaging currently not have to disclose its not real meat. This should be illegal I'm not going to sleep tonight.

Yes, but there needs to be disclosure and the goal should be lower prices for consumers and reduction of animal slaughter.

I know there is already an option for that but I just want to make a clarification just in case: do more long term studies to ensure safety and then commercialize it.

All meat should be banned. For the animals, for our health, for our economy and for our environment. Plant based meat is sufficient to fill our needs.

No, meat is not a necessity and should be banned. Plant meats taste just as good and are healthier. Also costs less on our healthcare system.

No context for this question. How is it effecting our bodies over time? Do more research. Maybe if it’s better for our bodies and the planet.

I think we need to study long term effects from the meat and that it should be shown very clearly on all packaging

i dont think so, because it is unnatural and pumping our bodies full of lab food, instead of what we have been eating for 3000 plus years. it also puts our farmers at risk, and as a farmer we depend on the consumer to make money.

There should be more research in sustainable ways to lower environmental harm, as a concept this harms the farmers which is a large part of our economics.

Until we understand the long term effects of this meat and understand exactly how it affects the economy, agriculture, and ecology, it should not be public

I think there will come a time where its necessary to start using lab made meats, but until then id rather eat real meat.

Allow commercialization while ensuring enough safety checks have been done through CFIA. Any potential health risks must be made publicly available and the manufacturer's must display such risks on their labels.

I find fast food reatorants need this for fast and mass production, but it is not something that we should give in to for any adverse in this.

No. But we should focus more on local farmers instead of commercial farming, as generally it's the commercial farms that have animal suffering issues. More research is also needed to ensure safety

Yes, but as studies are done to determine it's safety, and it is properly displaced on packaging and restaurant menus

Why would you eat something that is lab-grown? It just feels depressing when you don't eat actual meat... We should increase the amount of meat people eat, because some people lack the essential nutrients they need. The meat you get from the animal has more nutrients than lab-grown ones because the companies that make them don't tell you what is inside the lab-grown ones.

The meat should be aprroved to be safe to eat, people must have a choice of wether or not, and further testing should be conducted even if sold to the public.

Yes and no, only ensured safe lab grown meat should be commercialized and other lab grown meat should be studied more to ensure safety of it

Yes, but with proper regulation to ensure quality of nutrition is equivalent to naturally harvested meat.

Doesn't really matter, as this is a free country. If you want to commercialize something, you should. The fact that you even have to ask this question is ridiculous.

As long as lab-grown meat follows the same safety qualification tests as traditional livestock farming, there shouldn't be issue with doing so.

Yes, only if it body stated wether it is real or lab grown.

Yes, provided that there is transparency about the nutrition/health effects

yes, as long as it is a safe, healthy and affordable alternative to real meat

They research it more and test it on people willing to eat it and see if their is any issues.

No, let it be tested on further until it has been documented lab-grown meat will not affect the human body

I guess?? If not in excess it wouldn't take away from farmer jobs too much.

Yes, but it must be stated clearly on the packaged with full transparency

Yes, and the government should fund research into the long term effects

Yes, but it should be regulated to ensure proper studies and tests are done down to ensure ethical practice to ensure consumer saftey

Yes, provided there is conclusive, independent research on the long-term health effects of consuming lab-grown meat.

Absolutely not a good idea as all/any nutritional value would have to be added artificially, and we already know that artificial nutrition is damaging to our health.

Yes and there are no long term ill health effects to Public and must follow Canadian Food Health and Safety Regs

Considering potential health implications, would you prefer lab-grown meat over traditional if it was proven to be healthier? Why?

How do you think the introduction of lab-grown meat will affect rural communities whose economies are based on traditional livestock farming?

How important is it for lab-grown meat to taste and look exactly like traditional meat for it to be widely accepted?

In terms of environmental impact, how significant do you believe switching to lab-grown meat could be for our planet?

What do you think are the biggest challenges in getting people to accept and consume lab-grown meat regularly?

What concerns might you have about the long-term impact of consuming lab-grown meat compared to traditional meat?

Can you imagine a future where farming animals for food is considered unethical due to the availability of lab-grown meat?

If lab-grown meat becomes cheaper than conventional meat, do you think people should be encouraged or even required to switch? Why or why not?

Do you think the switch to lab-grown meat could alter traditions and cultures centered around food? How?

How would you feel about replacing traditional meat with lab-grown versions in your daily meals?

Yes, for the people who cant eat real meat due to their beilefs or for any other resons that would like to.