The European Union is divided on the issue of lab-grown meat. Countries including Italy, Austria, Greece, Slovenia, Bulgaria, Ireland, France, Spain, Poland, and Hungary have expressed concerns about its potential effects on livestock farming, rural areas, and animal welfare, with Italy even banning it. On the other hand, Germany, the Netherlands, and Denmark are more receptive, viewing it as a potential way to meet consumer demand and supplement traditional meat supplies, as long as there is clear labeling and food safety assurance.