The commercial release of 3D-printed fish

An Israeli company has developed a 3D bioprinted grouper fish fillet from stem cells, which is then processed into a fish-like shape. The product, created in conjunction with Umami Meats, mimics the taste and texture of natural fish and could be on supermarket shelves later this year. The development of the technology could have myriad benefits, particularly as it pertains to food scarcity and the global issue of overfishing. The grouper fish fillets are created by combining fish stem cells with various nutrients, which are then processed into bio-inks and then into a printer. The process of printing takes just a few minutes, and the product can then be immediately cooked and eaten. In 2020, KFC partnered with a Russian bioprinting company to produce artificial chicken nuggets.