From lab to table: How different markets regulate novel foods

From lab to table: How different markets regulate novel foods

One of the most important decisions many food start-ups will make is in which market to apply for novel food approval. What are the pros and cons of each market?

Guest article: EU novel food delays. Why bureaucracy is choking off food innovation

Stephen O’Rourke is a regulatory consultant with hands-on experience in medtech and foodtech. He supports startups and SMEs with EU, US, and global compliance frameworks, including MDR, FDA, and novel food. He was a 2024 European Parliament candidate with a focus on science, mental health, and innovation policy. Originally from Ireland, he has lived in Scotland and Germany and is in the process of relocating to Helsinki, Finland. The views expre…