Diverse Opinions on the Ban
Gov. advocates for a ban on lab-grown meat to protect traditional ranchers, signing an executive order against state procurement of such meat.
Contrary to the ban's support, some ranchers, like , argue for competition in a free market, emphasizing consumer choice and limited government intervention.
Safety and Industry Perspectives
Proponents of the ban, including state Sen. and Nebraska's Department of Agriculture, shift focus from industry protection to safety concerns over cell-cultured meat.
The cultured meat industry's lobbying group disputes the ban, highlighting the growing global demand for meat-based protein and advocating for coexistence with traditional agriculture.