# Bovine Wet Nurses Chinese Scientists Create a Herd of Human Breast Milk-Producing Cows By Michael Hines | Published 2011-06-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-breast-milk-producing-cows References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/gm-cows-produce-human-breast-milk/18859/) Chinese scientists have created a herd of human breast milk-producing cows. The herd, which numbers 300, was created using [clone cow embryos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-cows) implanted with human breast milk genes. The milk from the cows is said to taste stronger and sweeter than normal cow milk, has a better resistance against bacteria and has properties that help strengthen your immune system. The scientists behind the experiment expect to see the [milk hit shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remilk-the-new-milk) within 3 years. I am sure many of you will be shocked by this development, but I see it more as an opportunity than an abomination. Creating human breast milk-producing cows sounds like something straight out of a science fiction movie, but so what? If science can create milk that tastes better and is better for you, I am all for it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Bioengineering Animals:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies that specialize in bioengineering animals, to create more sustainable and healthier food sources for humans. - **Alternative Milk Production:** Alternative milk production, like using human breast milk genes in cows, presents an opportunity for companies to innovate in the dairy industry to provide consumers with new and healthier products. - **Food Science Innovation:** Food science companies have an opportunity to create new and innovative products by leveraging advances in science and technology to create healthier and more sustainable food options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Biotech:** Biotech companies have an opportunity to apply their expertise to bioengineering animals for improved food sources and other beneficial products. - **Dairy:** Dairy companies have an opportunity to invest in alternative milk production and explore new and unconventional sources of milk to meet the growing demand for healthier and sustainable dairy products. - **Food Science:** Food science companies can leverage scientific advances and research to create new and innovative food products that are better for human health and the environment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lab-Grown Milk Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wilk.md) - [Cell-Based Breast Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cell-based-breast-milk.md) - [Lab-Cultured Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unreal-milk.md) - [Animal-Free Dairy Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bored-cow.md) - [Animal-Free Milk Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betterland-milk.md) - [Cell-Cultured Milk Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opalia.md) - [Animal-Free Milk Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betterland-cowfree-milk.md) - [Animal-Free Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cowabunga.md) - [Breast Milk Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frida-breast-milk-ice-cream.md)