Edible insects have been considered as either nutritious food itemsper se, or as wholesome
ingredients to various dishes and components of traditional subsistence. Protein, fat, mineral …

Many types of edible insects in raw and processed forms have been consumed by many
cultures globally since time immemorial, particularly in developing countries where they are …

With a growing world population, increasingly demanding consumers, and a limited amount
of agricultural land, there is an urgent need to find alternatives to conventional meat …

Abstract A 60–70% increase in consumption of animal products is expected by 2050. This
increase in the consumption will demand enormous resources, the feed being the most …

Simple Summary Edible insects are a promising alternative food source due to their high
nutritional composition and sustainable production. The nutritional value of edible insects is …

With a growing world population and increasingly demanding consumers, the production of
sufficient protein from livestock, poultry, and fish represents a serious challenge for the …

Increasing world population worsens the serious problem of food security in developing
countries. On the other hand in industrialized countries, where the problem of food security …

Novel protein sources (like insects, algae, duckweed, and rapeseed) are expected to enter
the European feed and food market as replacers for animal‐derived proteins. However, food …

Alternative proteins are receiving increased global attention. This burgeoning interest in
plants (especially plant-based meat alternatives), insects, algae, and cultured meat has …

Edible insects have emerged as an alternative and sustainable source of high-quality,
animal-derived protein and fat for livestock production or direct human nutrition. During the …