The time expected until the technology of cultured meat reaches
consumers was frequently discussed. However, the estimated time
until a marketable product is achieved varied. Some referenced a marketable product within “the next few years,” while others indicated
that it may be “decades” before consumers are eating the product.
The timeline for ground or processed cultured meat products was
consistently shorter than the timelines expected for steaks and
other structured meats. A St. Petersburg Times article suggested the
following: