"Tomorrow's Meatball" to predict what meatball is being eaten 20 years later, such as insect, artificial meat, 3D printer

Speaking of meatballs is often used in Swedish cuisine, the foundation of IKEA, but meatballs are eaten by many cultures including America, Italy, the Middle East and Japan, not only in Northern Europe. Although meatballs are eaten in many cultural spheres, increased demand for meat production is affecting global warming. In addition, the United Nations expects demand for food as a whole to increase by 70% within 35 years as the population increases, and we are approaching the era where alternative means of meat and food are needed. It does not depend on such meat production "Tomorrow's Meatball(Future meatball) "is devised by the future life laboratory" Space 10 "supported by IKEA.

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◆ 1: artificial meat meatball


In 2013 Lab-Grown succeeded in culturing artificial meat and announced one hundred and fifty-fifty thousand dollars (about 40 million yen) hamburgers. Although the cost was not practical at all, as for the artificial meat burger as of 2015, the cost has been reduced to less than 10 dollars (about 1200 yen) per one. Since further price reduction is expected in 20 years, artificial meat cultivated in the laboratory is considered to be an alternative to meat that can be put to practical use in the near future.

◆ 2: Food waste ball


United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization in 2013Approximately one-third of food produced worldwide has been disposed ofWhile publishing a report showing that there are many developing countries suffering from famine in the world. By reusing food waste that can still be eaten it can also be a measure against future population growth.

◆ 3: Urban farming ball


It exists in harmony with the city "Urban agricultureHas shown rapid growth worldwide in recent years and has gained attention as one of effective alternatives to the global food model. In addition to being able to eat fresh vegetables throughout the year in urban areas where the population concentrates,Food mileageDecrease,Green beltThe creation of such effects are expected.

◆ 4: Reinforced powder ball


Liquids and powdered foods that can ingest vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates, unsaturated fats, etc. required at the same time for the body are gaining attention as fundamental solutions to the malnutrition of developing countries. "Sorrento"The concept of" complete nutrition food "is gradually spreading, and the day when it becomes possible to maintain health with the" strengthened powder ball ", which is far away from the existing food model, may be a future not so far.

◆ 5: Green algae ball


Algae is known as a fast-growing plant even in the natural world and contains abundant vitamins and minerals. Cultivation requires less area and less water, and has an immeasurable potential as an alternative food source.

◆ 6: 3D Print Ball


AlreadysugarYachocolate3D printers have been released to output, in the future it is thought that technologies to convert algae, vegetables, insects and the like to protein appears, if realized not only revolution in the food industry, but also the environment Even gentle food will be born.

◆ 7: Cereal Ball


Grains, pulses and nuts are abundant proteins and variousMicronutrientIt has long been popular as an ingestible food. It is thought that these food improvements will progress in the near future and new varieties that can be deliciously and efficiently produced are expected.

◆ 8: crunching insect ball


As there are areas to eat insects in Japan, over 1000 kinds of insects are eaten all over the world. Insects are characterized by lower fat than meat while having multiple proteins, boasting about 20 times more feed efficiency than livestock. It is considered useful as an important protein source if its appearance and taste are devised.