Future food is an emerging field, where the consensus around best practice is yet to settle. However, this provides significant opportunities for applicants who know how to draft realistic patents with valuable claim language in reserve. Fortunately, the obstacles identified above can be avoided with a little preparation at the drafting stage, and enlisting the help of a skilled attorney during the process can be the difference between success and failure.
Source: Five patenting pitfalls in future food (and how to avoid them)