While the idea of eating worms and insects may make you feel uneasy, research shows a vast array of benefits when integrating these critters into your meals and snacks. In 2013, the United Nations ...

When we think about the future of food, it's unlikely that crickets, mealworms or grasshoppers come to mind. But believe it or not, insects might just be one of the most promising answers to two big ...

In response to the global increase in demand for food caused by demographic growth and population aging, a team of researchers from the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) has made progress in ...

The larvae of the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) are considered a promising source of sustainable protein, as they contain high-quality protein comparable to soy protein. They can produce this ...

The growing pressure on global food systems has intensified the interest in sustainable protein sources. Four insect species have been authorized as novel foods in the EU following safety evaluations ...

Faculty at Virginia Tech’s Seafood Agricultural Research and Extension Center are working to develop alternative and sustainable food sources in the form of insect protein. Mainstream insect ...

As the demand for protein-rich food increases with population growth and rising awareness of nutrition and health, traditional animal and plant-based protein sources that require arable land or ...

While insects don’t typically make mouths water and stomachs grumble, experts say edible bugs can be a nutritious and versatile addition to our diet. Before you jump to conclusions about wriggling ...

For insect protein start-ups catering to humans rather than animals, combatting this reluctance is a major goal. “To lead them to diversify their daily protein consumption and truly make insects a ...

Insect protein’s predicted take off has been less than a flutter as market innovation stagnates, with worldwide patents sliding year-on-year again. Patents for new insect protein products dipped a ...

The global insect feed market is growing rapidly and is expected to be valued at US$ 3.1 billion in 2026 and projected to reach US$ 8.4 billion by 2033, registering a CAGR of 15.4% during the forecast ...

Scientists in Australia have developed a smart, bacteria-repelling coating based on resilin the ultra-elastic protein that gives fleas their legendary jumping power. When applied to surfaces like ...