FAO report: Exploring the Future Landscape of New Food Sources and Production Systems: emerging Food Innovations
Insights for the future from FAO
The report delivered by FAO identifies 44 emerging food innovations (see infographics below) expected to reshape food systems by 2050.
Grouped into 9 innovation clusters—including digital technologies, novel production methods, circular economy solutions, and personalized nutrition — the study provides a comprehensive foresight-based overview of what’s coming next in food science and safety.
This document supports forward-thinking strategies aligned with global sustainability goals, representing a must-read for professionals and stakeholders working on food safety, regulation, research, and policy.
Mukherjee, K., Trieb, J., Niegowska Conforti, M., Di Martino, M., Fattori, V. & Lipp, M. 2025. Exploring the future landscape of new food sources and production systems – A foresight exercise. Rome, FAO. https://doi.org/10.4060/cd4981en
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