Why Insect Farming Startups Are Going Bankrupt Despite the initial hype, insect agriculture is facing the economic realities of competing with the traditional meat industry.

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You KNOW this motherfucker was one of the #EdgeLord #ScienceOrBustBros who invested in #InsectProtein back in the day when I was explaining #ChitinAllergy to fuckwits on Facebook #science pages…
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“you do know that people have shellfish #allergies & shit, right?”

“let #ThePoors eat #BUGS!”

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Majority of #French would tolerate feeding insect protein to animals.... but that does not mean the people would themselves eat bugs! The wording in this article switches mid-sentence from comparing what people would eat to what animals would […]

Protein Kapital: Transforming Food Waste into Global Protein Wealth with K-Startup Grand Challenge 2025 - KoreaTechDesk | Korean Startup and Technology News Protein Kapital turns food waste into high-value insect protein through Black Soldier Fly technology, pioneering Korea’s next circular economy frontier via KSGC 2025.

Food waste → Protein wealth. 🌍♻️

Protein Kapital, a KSGC 2025 startup, turns discarded food into sustainable protein using Black Soldier Fly tech.

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Hector Haynes of Entovore has millions of tiny mouths to feed - mealworms! - but he took time away from them to tell Julie about dog treats which are good for dogs, people and the environment!

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This beautiful Bavarian Bloodhound belongs to Hector Haynes of @entovoretreats so she is always well rewarded - delicious, sustainable, insect protein treats in Episode 291 of DogCast Radio

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Close-up of mealworms promoting a conference on insects as sustainable protein for food and feed organised by the Royal Entomological Society.

⏰ Last chance to register!

Attend #IAFF25 online - Register by 17:00 (GMT), Thursday 8 October and get involved with the latest conversations and research into #InsectProtein.

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Episode 291 - Sustainable Nutrition for People, Pets & Planet

Hector Haynes of Entovore has millions of tiny mouths to feed - mealworms!

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Interviewed Hector Haynes from @entovoretreats this morning

Amazing how good mealworm protein and is for dogs, people, the environment & more

podcast out this Saturday

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Insects as Food and Feed: Special Interest Group Meeting Delivering sustainable protein to the food system. Listen to informative talks around the subject of insect protein, the benefits, ethics and issues surrounding the rearing of insects, their uses in pathology, industry, agriculture & farming, cattle feed and protein for human and non-human animal consumption. Date: Thursday 9 October 2025 (09:15 – 16:30)

Deadline extended!

Join #IAFF25 at Roehampton University - Get to know the latest updates on #InsectProtein in farming, agriculture and more.

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Insects as Food and Feed (SIG) 2025 - Royal Entomological Society Insects as Food and Feed: delivering sustainable protein to the food system Date: Thursday 9th October 2025 (09:15 – 16:30) Venue: Elm Grove Conference Centre, The University of Roehampton: Home –…

Enjoying #Ento25? Take part in this year’s Insects as Food and Feed conference 🦗

Listen to informative talks around #InsectProtein, insect rearing, their uses in pathology, agriculture & farming, cattle feed and more 🔽

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Don't miss our #IAFF25 keynotes - Prof. Jonathan Birch @lse-ei.bsky.social, Dr. Jo Gould & Prof. Tim Parr @uniofnottingham.bsky.social & Ben Brown @insectbiotech.bsky.social, and talks on #InsectProtein, Black Soldier Fly and more.

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Insects as Food and Feed (SIG) 2025 - Royal Entomological Society Insects as Food and Feed: delivering sustainable protein to the food system Date: Thursday 9th October 2025 (09:15 – 16:30) Venue: Elm Grove Conference Centre, The University of Roehampton: Home –…

Listen to informative talks on #InsectProtein, the benefits, ethics and issues surrounding the rearing of insects, their uses in pathology, industry, agriculture & farming, cattle feed and protein for human and non-human consumption.

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Join us for Insects as Food and Feed 🪰

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Covering #InsectProtein nutrition, formulation and the UK/EU landscape it's sure to be a fascinating day following #Ento25 and #BSFCon in September🎉

Insects as Food and Feed (SIG) 2025 - Royal Entomological Society Insects as Food and Feed: delivering sustainable protein to the food system Date: Thursday 9th October 2025 (09:15 – 16:30) Venue: Elm Grove Conference Centre, The University of Roehampton: Home –…

This year’s Insects as Food & Feed conference takes place on 9 October.

Listen to talks on the benefits, ethics and issues surrounding insect rearing, their uses in pathology, agriculture, #InsectProtein for human & non-human consumption and more.

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Insects as Food and Feed (SIG) 2025 - Royal Entomological Society Insects as Food and Feed: delivering sustainable protein to the food system Date: Thursday 9th October 2025 (09:15 – 16:30) Venue: Elm Grove Conference Centre, The University of Roehampton: Home –…

📢 Last day to submit your abstracts for the chance to share your research at #IAFF25!

Interested in #InsectProtein and current innovations in the field? Get involved and submit your papers today.

Abstract submissions deadline: Friday 18 July 🔽

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Study Finds that Eating Meat from Insects Rather than Vertebrates to Help the Planet Will Not Work New research by the Insect Institute has shown that, despite a long history of entomophagy (eating insects) in some regions, such as parts of Africa, Asia, and Latin America, where insects have been…

New research finds the "yuck factor" may block insect meat as a meat alternative. 🦗

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📢 Deadline next week - Submit your abstracts for the chance to share your research at #IAFF25!

Interested in #InsectProtein & current innovations in the field? Get involved and submit your papers today.

Abstract submissions deadline: Friday 18 July 🔽

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Insects as Food and Feed (SIG) 2025 - Royal Entomological Society Insects as Food and Feed: delivering sustainable protein to the food system Date: Thursday 9th October 2025 (09:15 – 16:30) Venue: Elm Grove Conference Centre, The University of Roehampton: Home –…

Introducing #IAFF25 keynote speaker Dr. Jo Gould, Assistant Professor in Food Sciences @uniofnottingham.bsky.social, speaking at our Insects as Food and Feed conference on #InsectProtein functionality for structuring food products.

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Volare Gets €26m to Scale Up Insect Protein Production Volare secures €26 million to create an innovative insect protein factory, transforming food waste into sustainable resources.

Flies into fish food? Volare raises €26M to scale up insect protein grown on food waste.

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Insects as Food and Feed (SIG) 2025 - Royal Entomological Society Insects as Food and Feed: delivering sustainable protein to the food system Date: Thursday 9th October 2025 (09:15 – 16:30) Venue: Elm Grove Conference Centre, The University of Roehampton: Home –…

Interested in #InsectProtein research and innovations?

Listen to industry scientists, farmers, food technologists, lawyers and chefs alike, and present your own research via our #CallForAbstracts!

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Exciting to see our research featured in @theguardian.com today! This coverage underscores the importance of finding genuine, appealing ways to reduce meat consumption. Due to disgust, insects won't be on the menu.

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Global Alternative Proteins In Animal Feed Market Size, Share & Growth, 2031 Alternative Proteins in Animal Feed Market, including historical market sizes from 2019 to 2022 and forecasts for 2024 to 2031. The market is estimated to be valued at USD 59,870 Million in 2023 and i...

Explore the 🌱 Alternative Proteins in Animal Feed Market 2025–2035 from soy & pea to insect-based proteins 🐛. Discover trends, growth forecasts & eco-friendly solutions for sustainable animal nutrition. 📈 #AnimalFeed #AltProtein #InsectProtein #AgriTech #Sustainability

Researchers propose turning locusts into animal feed Allexer Namundjembo Farmers in the northern parts of the country facing outbreaks of destructive insects like locusts and armoured crickets could benefit by using these insects as animal feed. Hiskia Asino, a doctorate candidate in aquaculture and nutrition at the University of Namibia (Unam), proposed turning pests such as locusts, armyworms, and armoured crickets into protein-rich feed for poultry, pigs, and fish.  His idea aims to reduce crop damage and lower feed costs. “Instead of viewing these pests only as a threat, we should begin to see them as a resource. Locusts, for example, are high in protein and can be harvested, dried, and ground into a powder ideal for fish, poultry, and pig feed,” Asino said. The 2024/2025 rainy season brought widespread rainfall, offering relief to drought-stricken communities. However, the improved conditions led to a rise in pest populations. Approximately two weeks ago, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform confirmed a locust outbreak in the northeastern Zambezi region. Earlier this month, the Cabinet directed the ministry to start community awareness campaigns about pest outbreaks and control measures.  This decision was prompted by concerns that locust outbreaks in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region could spread to Namibia. “As a country, we spend millions of dollars on pesticides and food relief every time these outbreaks occur,” Asino said. He pointed out that this method is costly and harmful to the environment. He emphasised the need for a long-term solution that could turn challenges into opportunities. Countries like Kenya, Pakistan, and China have shown that using insects as animal feed can work.  In these countries, insects are harvested during outbreaks, processed into powder, and blended with other ingredients to create balanced animal diets. In Kenya, locusts are harvested during outbreaks and processed into protein-rich feed for poultry and fish with support from institutions like the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology. Asino believes Namibia could adopt a similar approach. “With feed costs making up 50 to 70% of production expenses for many farmers, especially in poultry and aquaculture, using insect protein could significantly reduce overheads,” he said. He also stressed the importance of involving communities. “This isn’t just about feed. Harvesting pests could provide a source of income for rural communities while reducing the damage to crops,” Asino said. He says research into the nutritional value of local insects would be key.  “We need to understand the composition of these insects and the amount of protein, fat, and fibre they contain so we can develop safe and effective feed formulations,” he said. “As we face ongoing climate challenges, we must explore every opportunity to build resilience and improve food security. Turning pests into feed is not only practical; it’s a step toward sustainable agriculture,” he said. Northern-based crop farmer Ester Mwele said she had similar ideas for some time. During the 2021 locust outbreak, she collected locusts to feed her chickens. “I collected some during the outbreak. I used them to feed my chickens, and it was very productive. I spared my Mahangu, which I used to feed the chickens,” Mwele said. She added that some people in her village suggested that locusts could be eaten.  “Not so sure, but there were rumours that some people collected locusts for consumption,” she said. In 2021, Oswald Mwanyangapo, the acting director of agricultural production, extension, and engineering services in the agriculture ministry, warned communities against eating locusts that had been sprayed with pesticides because of possible health risks. Selma Matheus, a resident of Oshigambo in the Oshikoto Region, said locusts have long been consumed and are delicious. “If it weren’t for the pesticides that we are being cautioned against, we would be freely feasting on the locusts now,” she said.

#AnimalFeed #SustainableAgriculture #FoodSecurity #InsectProtein #Locusts

🌍🐛 Save the Date: January 17, 2025!

At the GFFA Science Slam 2025 in Berlin, our colleague Thomas Freimuth will present "Sustainable Feeding Systems for Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL)". 🪰💡

📍 Berlin & online
📅 January 17, 2025

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Innovative Farming with Crickets and Flies: A Path to Fortune Discover how innovative insect farming with crickets and flies is reshaping agriculture, addressing food security, and paving lucrative paths for entrepreneurs.

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Innovative Farming with Crickets and Flies: A Path to Fortune Discover how innovative insect farming with crickets and flies is reshaping agriculture, addressing food security, and paving lucrative paths for entrepreneurs.

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