Special Episode: Joshua Errett - Friends & Family

Powered by Protein Production Technology InternationalWhat if cultivated meat's first commercial breakthrough comes through pet food rather than human food?In this episode of the Protein Production Technology International podcast, Nick Bradley sat down with Joshua Errett, Founder and CEO of Friends & Family Pet Food Company, to discuss the launch of cultivated pet food in Singapore and why he believes the category could become one of the most important early markets for cultivated proteins.Drawing on more than a decade in the alternative protein sector, Errett shared his perspective on the industry's evolution and explained why he views cultivated meat as an entirely new ingredient platform rather than simply an alternative to conventional meat. The conversation explored changing consumer expectations around pet nutrition, the growing shift away from highly processed kibble, and the opportunity to deliver fresher, higher-quality ingredients for companion animals.Errett also discussed the limitations of traditional rendering processes, the importance of preserving protein quality and essential amino acids, and why communicating clear nutritional benefits matters more than focusing on the technical details behind production.From commercialization and consumer acceptance to sustainability and animal health, the discussion offered a fascinating look at how cultivated proteins could reshape one of the world's largest and fastest-growing pet food markets.A must-listen for pet food manufacturers, cultivated meat companies, investors, and anyone interested in where alternative proteins may achieve their next major commercial milestone.