Mission Barns

Today marks the beginning of a new dawn for Mission Barns. Meat, evolved. Check out our new website: missionbarns.com.

A historic day for cultivated meat—and Mission Barns! Hot off the press: The San Francisco Chronicle covered our next big move: bringing cultivated pork to restaurants and retail! Following our FDA clearance, this milestone isn't just about innovation; it's about making delicious, sustainable meat available to more people than ever before. A huge thank you to Mario Cortez from the Chronicle for spotlighting this journey and to our incredible partners who are making it possible. We can't wait to share more soon! https://lnkd.in/g_HYMzwY

Mission Barns is thrilled to announce our first product launches in Retail & Restaurants: Mission Barns Meatballs & Bacon! Co-founded by Chef Brandon Gillis, Fiorella is a leading Italian restaurant group in San Francisco, which will soon be making history as our first restaurant partner to offer cultivated pork on its menu. And Sprouts Farmers Market, one of the largest and fastest growing supermarket chains in the United States, will soon be the first retailer in the world to carry Mission Barns products for sale. This milestone follows FDA regulatory clearance for Mission Barns cultivated pork fat, making Mission Barns:? ? The First Cultivated Pork in the world to receive regulatory clearance ? The First Cultivated Fat in the world to receive regulatory clearance ? Soon, the First Cultivated Meat product ever in a supermarket chain This marks a transformative moment—not just for us, but for the entire food industry. For the first time, consumers will be able to buy and eat real pork—made without the pig. This achievement is the result of years of relentless technical development, rigorous safety evaluations, and unwavering commitment from our incredible team, partners, and supporters. Sign up for our newsletter: https://eepurl.com/i-gx2o You’ll be the first to know about Mission Barns' latest news and upcoming product launches.

We’re excited to announce the promotion of Cecilia Chang to Chief Business Officer! Since joining Mission Barns, Cecilia has been a driving force in shaping our commercialization strategy and scaling our impact. With a background in management consulting at McKinsey & Company and deep expertise across alternative proteins, she brings a unique perspective to building a more resilient food system. Her leadership continues to be instrumental as we advance the future of cultivated fat. Please join us in congratulating Cecilia on her well-earned promotion! ???

We’re thrilled to announce the promotion of Saam Shahrokhi to Chief Technology Officer at Mission Barns! Saam, our first employee, has been a driving force in the company's technical strategy, development and operations over the last 7 years. His leadership has been instrumental in: - Advancing our scalable cultivated fat technology stack, from our novel adherent bioreactor system to our cell lines - Pushing our regulatory workflows forward - Defining the vision and path to making cultivated fat cheaply at scale Please join us in congratulating Saam on this well-deserved milestone!???

You’re looking at the future of biotechnology ?? We hosted students from the Stanford University Chemical Engineering program for an onsite visit at Mission Barns’ HQ. Their curiosity and passion for innovation remind us why we do what we do—pioneering cultivated fat to build a more resilient food system. Through the lens of chemical engineering, we explored how bioprocess design, cell culture optimization, and a smart business model can help create a scalable, and resource-efficient food supply, for generations to come. A huge thank you to Adjunct Professor, Dr Shari Libicki, and these bright young minds for engaging in thoughtful discussions about the intersection of science, sustainability, and food innovation. The future is in great hands! ??

Nothing like a cozy snuggle to beat the NY cold! ???? We love getting updates from Sweet Farm about Dawn, our sweet donor pig. She and Spuds are living their best life! ???

Nothing like a sweet Valentines kiss from Dawn at Sweet Farm ??

Scaling isn’t just a technical challenge—it also requires the right commercial strategy. For cultivated meat companies, that means combining innovation with smart financing and a scalable business model. So, how are we planning to tackle this problem at Mission Barns? Spoiler—We’re tackling this head-on with a dual business model. ? B2B: Licensing our scalable cultivated meat production platform to food manufacturers, enabling broader market reach without the heavy capital investment. ? B2C: Building our own brand with delicious cultivated meat products like meatballs, bacon, and salami in retail and foodservice allows us to go to market faster. This direct-to-consumer approach strengthens brand visibility, fosters engagement, and provides valuable insights to refine product development and marketing strategies. ?? Together, this dual business model allows us to scale faster, reduce capital burden, and maximize market impact. In our latest article, Cecilia Chang, Deputy CEO at Mission Barns, breaks down how this approach accelerates growth and drives industry adoption.

Sustainability isn’t just about the future of food—it’s about taking action today. This week, our team had the privilege of volunteering at One Living Sanctuary, an incredible climate sanctuary dedicated to protecting rescued farm animals and rewilding ecosystems. We spent the day: ? Giving belly rubs to pigs ? Removing invasive plant species to support native biodiversity ? Digging trenches to improve water flow and prevent flooding ? Giving goats back scratches ? Cleaning up after the animals to maintain a healthy space for them ? Petting horses It was inspiring to see how One Living Sanctuary combines animal welfare, habitat restoration, and climate resilience into one powerful mission. We’re grateful for the opportunity to support their work and learn from their team! If you’re looking for a meaningful way to make an impact, we highly recommend checking them out. A huge thank you to Faith Albright and the team at One Living Sanctuary for all they do! ????