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Sorry, Bill Gates: Italy Bans Lab-Grown Meat And Synthetic Foods To Protect Farmers And Traditions
Italy's government recently backed legislation that would outlaw lab-grown meat and other synthetic foods, allowing fines for anyone who makes or sells it.
By Nicole Dominique1 min read
Italy recently endorsed legislation that would ban lab-grown meat and synthetic food, fining those making or selling it up to €60,000. The bill will also apply to lab-grown fish and synthetic milk. The proposed bill comes after the country banned bug-based flour made from crickets, locusts, and insect larvae. “It’s fundamental that these flours are not confused with food made in Italy,” said agriculture minister Francesco Lollobrigida.