Italy Becomes the First Nation to Ban Lab-Grown Meat — Drawing a Firm Line Between Food Technology and Tradition Italy has become the first country in the world to officially ban lab-grown (cultivated) meat, blocking its production, sale, and import. The decision reflects Italy’s strong stance on protecting traditional agriculture, food culture, and public trust in natural food systems — even as synthetic food technologies gain momentum globally. The move also effectively shuts the door on lab-g

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