Does lab-grown chicken sound appetizing? USDA gives it green light

Jun. 22, 2023 Food & Drink

With new USDA approval, two California companies will be able to start selling their lab-grown chicken. It could mitigate environmental impacts, but will consumers buy it?

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Credits

Guest:

Laura Reiley - food business reporter, Washington Post

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Angie Perrin, Michell Eloy, Amy Ta, Brian Hardzinski, Bennett Purser, Marcelle Hutchins

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