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ORF Genetics: Cultivated Meat and Seafood - From Science Fiction to Reality🧬🌱

  • 🌈 Rainbow pop-up space in Hafnartorg 17 Geirsgata 101 Reykjavik (map)

Join us for an engaging panel discussion organized by ORF Genetics🌱

This event will bring together an expert from the pioneering food company- Ivy Farm, a prominent cultivated meat producer based in the UK, and the co-founder of Sea Growth, an innovative cultivated fish company from Iceland, each leading the way in their respective areas towards revolutionizing the food industry. 

During this session, we will delve into the cultivated meat industry, focusing on several critical aspects that shape its future, as well as growth outlook and challenges ahead. Our panelists will discuss the regulatory frameworks and safety protocols that ensure the industry adheres to the highest standards. We will explore consumer acceptance, discussing how these innovative food solutions are perceived in different markets and what it means for future growth.

Furthermore, the discussion will cover sustainability practices within the industry, highlighting how cultivated meat can contribute to reducing environmental impacts compared to traditional farming methods. Lastly, we will examine the role of cultivated foods in enhancing food security, ensuring a stable, sustainable, and ethical food supply for growing populations.

This event is a great opportunity for anyone interested in how food can be made more sustainably and what new technologies are coming to the food industry. Join us to learn more and take part in the discussion.

Panelists:

  • Björn Örvar, Co-Founder & CSO, ORF Genetics

  • Riley Jackson, Marketing Manager, Ivy Farm

  • Birgitta Ásgrímsdóttir, Founder & CEO, Sea Growth

  • Moderator: Ásthildur Otharsdóttir, Partner, Frumtak Ventures

👀 After the panel discussion Ivy Farm cultivated Angus beef will be showcased with an exclusive tasting for a selected few, cooked by the amazing Ólafur Örn Ólafsson from Brút Restaurant.


For inquiries, please contact
gunnar.steindorsson@orfgenetics.com

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