I learned a lot although I wish i would have been more clear and asked about the tractability of alternative proteins to price parity (instead of just the tractability of “promoting” them). Because:
Plant-based milks are still more expensive (source) and maybe not as nutritious (e.g. less calcium, B12, etc.) so I think they (and many other existing products) may not be a reliable indicator of the potential of this field to make “conventional animal agriculture obsolete”.
I think their potential to replace factory farming lies in the viability of them becoming more/just as cheap, tasty, nutritious as conventical animal products but I’d love to know if you (and other experts) think that’s probably a pipe dream.
I’d love to be corrected if I’m wrong (although I’m sure you’re very busy) and also wanted to say thanks again.
Thanks so much for your insight!
I learned a lot although I wish i would have been more clear and asked about the tractability of alternative proteins to price parity (instead of just the tractability of “promoting” them). Because:
Plant-based milks are still more expensive (source) and maybe not as nutritious (e.g. less calcium, B12, etc.) so I think they (and many other existing products) may not be a reliable indicator of the potential of this field to make “conventional animal agriculture obsolete”.
I think their potential to replace factory farming lies in the viability of them becoming more/just as cheap, tasty, nutritious as conventical animal products but I’d love to know if you (and other experts) think that’s probably a pipe dream.
I’d love to be corrected if I’m wrong (although I’m sure you’re very busy) and also wanted to say thanks again.