Edible insects: a historical and cultural perspective on entomophagy with a focus on Western societies

M Olivadese, ML Dindo - Insects, 2023 - mdpi.com
Simple Summary Entomophagy has a long and rich history in human culture. In fact, insects
have been a part of human diets for thousands of years, with evidence of their consumption …

[HTML][HTML] Mopane worm (Gonimbrasia belina)-An exclusive African edible insect as human food-A comprehensive review

SA Siddiqui, DK Mahanta, TK Bhoi, A Ahmad… - Future Foods, 2024 - Elsevier
Edible insects have drawn more attention in recent years as a reliable source of nutrition
with an opportunity to alleviate a number of issues with the current global food chain. They …

[HTML][HTML] Development of a nutritious cereal-based instant porridge by the incorporation of protein-rich insect powder–An example from Zimbabwe

M Ledbetter, JD Wilkin, J Mubaiwa… - Journal of Functional …, 2024 - Elsevier
Maize in Zimbabwe lacks essential nutrients like protein, iron, and zinc. This study explored
alternative ingredients, including climate smart cereals used in porridge, to address this …

Dynamics and socio-environmental impacts of mopane worm harvesting in rural communities in Zimbabwe: prospects for climate-smart approaches

SS Dube, M Chitakira - Frontiers in Sustainability, 2024 - frontiersin.org
Rural communities in parts of Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe rely heavily
on mopane worms (imbrasia belina) as a livelihood, particularly during times when the …

Food security, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture nexus: the role of higher education in attainment of zero hunger in Zimbabwe

P Chopera, TM Matsungo, S Bhatasara… - Higher Education and …, 2024 - emerald.com
Abstract Sustainable development goal 2 (SDG2) is about creating a world free of hunger by
2030. Southern Africa faces a myriad of challenges affecting food and nutrition security, from …

Mopane Worms (Imbrasia Belina) Value Chain: Experiences of Rural Women on the Impact of Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability in Mangwe District

J Ndlovu, D Nyathi, X Moyo, DM Ngwenya… - Gender and …, 2024 - journals.co.za
Mopane worms provide a livelihood source for rural households in the Mangwe district. The
study sought to explore the effects of a changing climate across the Mopane worm value …

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ГМ Тарасюк, АО Чагайда - econ.vernadskyjournals.in.ua
У статті визначено, що у сучасних умовах вирощування комах для їжі зазвичай
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