Trends in Food Science and Technology. 2011;22(8):442-456
The issue of consumer acceptance of food technologies, and their applications, needs to be addressed early in technology development. However, whether extensive assessment of consumer acceptance is necessary for all food-related technologies a priori is uncertain.
A review of studies of seven foodrelated technologies associated with different levels of public acceptance suggests that those characterised as being ‘bioactive’ raise particular concerns – related to unpredictable effects, uncontrolled use, and ethical concerns. Perceptions of ‘unnaturalness’ alone are unlikely to raise a food technology to high levels of public rejection. Trust in regulation and effective labelling are also important considerations.
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