The agri-food sector is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by advances in biotechnology, changing consumer expectations, and the urgent need for more sustainable production models.
At Biotech4food, we continuously monitor global insights that help shape this transition. To contribute to a better understanding of where the industry is heading, we have curated a selection of recent analyses from McKinsey & Company—a leading global consulting firm known for its strategic research and sector expertise.
These publications explore the evolution of alternative proteins, cultivated meat, and circular value chains, offering valuable perspectives on innovation, scalability, and market dynamics.
All sources are official McKinsey articles, freely available on their website.
1. Alternative Proteins and Market Dynamics
- Make room for alternative proteins: What it takes to build a new sector
Key enablers—capacity, regulation, capital, and consumer demand—needed to scale an entirely new food sector. - Alternative proteins: The race for market share is on
How companies are competing to capture growth in the fast-expanding alternative protein market. - How the global supply landscape for meat protein will evolve
Future scenarios for the meat supply chain and the role of alternative proteins in a shifting global market. - The future of food: Meatless?
Examining the rise of meatless products and their long-term implications for producers and consumers. - Novel proteins: Consumer appetite for sustainably made ingredients
Understanding what drives consumer interest in sustainable, innovative food ingredients.
2. Cultivated Meat and Alternative Seafood
- Cultivated meat: Out of the lab, into the frying pan
From research to commercialization—technological advances, cost curves, and scale-up challenges. - What is cultivated meat?
A clear overview of cultivated meat: production processes, benefits, and potential barriers. - The next wave: Alternative seafood solutions
Emerging innovations that could reshape the seafood sector through sustainable alternatives.
3. Biotechnology and Circular Value Chains
- Ingredients for the future: Bringing the biotech revolution to food
How biotechnology—through precision fermentation, enzymes, and microbial processes—is redefining food ingredients. - A new holistic view on circular value chains
Frameworks for designing fully circular systems across supply chains and industrial ecosystems.
Final Thoughts
Innovation in food and biotechnology is no longer a niche topic—it is a strategic priority for companies across the entire value chain. The insights provided by McKinsey & Company offer a clear view of the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead as the industry transitions toward a more sustainable, technology-driven future.
At biotech4food, we are committed to promoting knowledge and fostering dialogue on how biotechnology can enable a resilient and sustainable food system.
*All linked articles are published by McKinsey & Company and are available for free on their website. This post provides a curated selection with brief summaries for educational and informational purposes. *
