The arena of food production is experiencing a monumental shift driven by the incorporation of digital and technological advancements. Embracing digital fabrication and computer-aided manufacturing, the industry is exploring novel pathways for creating complex, diverse, and customized food products. These innovations extend beyond personalized nutrition and alternative proteins, unlocking opportunities for innovators to address various health conditions and societal needs. As we delve deeper into digital technologies, they are reshaping how food is experienced, perceived, and consumed globally, yet challenges in consumer acceptance and industry-wide integration remain.

This Research Topic aims to thoroughly investigate the overarching impact of digital and technological innovations on global food systems. It seeks to address key questions about sensory experiences, consumer perceptions, and nutritional outcomes while considering the broader implications for sustainability, accessibility, and food security. By examining these areas, the research aims to shed light on the transformative role of technology in shaping the future of food, from production to consumption.

To gather further insights into the expansive implications of digital technologies on food systems, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:

• Assessment of sensory, nutritional, and consumer acceptance factors in digitally enhanced food products
• Exploration of innovative culinary experiences and improved human-food interactions facilitated by technology
• Investigation of the role of digital tools in enhancing food security and sustainability
• Research on the socio-economic and cultural influences of digital culinary advancements
• Opportunities for leveraging digital technologies to meet global food needs and address demographic shifts

Submissions are invited in the form of original research articles, comprehensive reviews, case studies, and thought pieces, offering a broad perspective on the integration of digital advancements in food production.

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Food Production: The Impact of Digital Manufacturing Techniques