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Consumer scrutiny of food labels and biotechnology products rises
Consumers are increasingly scrutinizing food and supplement labels to verify ingredients and safety. A March 2026 survey by the International Food Information Council revealed that 79% of respondents check labels at least sometimes while grocery shopping. This shift is driven by easier access to health information and the influence of social media creators who provide label breakdowns.
In the biotechnology food sector, EIT Food reports that consumer acceptance of novel proteins—such as mycoprotein, precision fermentation, and cultivated meat—depends heavily on perceived health benefits, safety, and familiarity with the production process. For companies in these sectors, effective communication regarding how products are made is considered as vital as the technology itself to overcome skepticism.
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EIT Food · International Food Information Council · NutraBio · Wendy Reinhardt Kapsak
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Americans are actively engaging with food label information. www.hcnews.com · republicmonitor.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] 79% of survey respondents check food labels at least sometimes when grocery shopping. www.hcnews.com · republicmonitor.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] EIT Food conducted research involving 215 consumers through its online citizen participation forum. www.innovationnewsnetwork.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] EIT Food research examined European consumer responses to mycoprotein, precision fermentation, and cultivated meat. www.innovationnewsnetwork.com