ICAR-CMFRI in Kochi partners with Neat Meatt Biotech to develop lab-grown fish meat from specific fish cells, addressing seafood demand and reducing pressure on wild resources.

The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) in India has started a project to develop lab-grown fish meat, addressing the increasing demand for seafood while reducing pressure on wild resources. The initiative involves a public-private partnership between CMFRI and Neat Meatt Biotech, a start-up specializing in cultivated meat. In the initial phase, the institute will focus on developing cell-based meat from high-value marine fish species like kingfish, pomfret, and seerfish. The project aims to accelerate the development of the lab-grown fish industry in India and contribute to environmental and food security benefits.

January 29, 2024
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