http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/legalcode The global demand for meat is projected to rise significantly by 2050, necessitating a trans- formation in traditional meat production systems to address environmental, economic, and ethical concerns. Industrial livestock farming contributes to some extent to greenhouse gasses emissions, deforestation, biodiversity loss, and water pollution, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable practices. Concerns over animal welfare, food safety, public health, environ- mental health, and economic inequalities further emphasize the need for transformation of the meat chain. This paper briefly explores strategic solutions, such as sustainable farming practices, point-of-care food safety control methods, valorization of animal by-products, reg- ulatory reforms, and consumer awareness initiatives. Addressing industry resistance through financial and technological support is also crucial for a successful transition. A multi-level approach integrating innovative technologies, policy support, and consumer engagement is essential to achieving transformation to resilient, sustainable, and ethically responsible meat production system. eng Transformation of the meat production chain towards sustainability Meat chain, Transformation, Regenerative agriculture, Food safety, Biosensors, Animal by products Alternative proteins Policy innovation info:eu-repo/semantics/review application/pdf 414465 bytes https://unilib.phaidrabg.rs/o:8588 doi:10.18485/meattech.2025.66.3.19 2025-12-01 Institute of Meat Hygiene and Technology Nastasijević, Ivan Meat technology - Special Issue 66/3 2025 volume: 66 number: 3 startpage: 123 endpage: 128