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 …

The nutritional benefits associated with edible insects have led to the recognition of the
important role that edible insects can play in improving global food and nutrition security …

In many African cultures, insects are part of the diet of humans and domesticated animals.
Compared to conventional food and feed sources, insects have been associated with a low …

Insect consumption is a traditional practice in many countries. Currently, the urgent need for
ensuring food sustainability and the high pressure from degrading environment are urging …

Eating insects has been a widespread habit in many cultures for many years. Edible insects
represent an innovative food source with many advantages that will help the problem of …

Insects as food and feed have the potential to alleviate food, feed and nutrition insecurity in
sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) against a backdrop of climate change. Such use has gained …

African palm weevil (Rhynchophorus phoenicis, Rp) larvae are a potential source of lipids
and proteins of good quality for human consumption. To evaluate the influence of growing …

Edible insects are important traditional food components in different parts of the world1, 2, 3.
Orthoptera, and particularly locusts, are commonly raised to feed pets and zoo animals and …

Termites are widely used as a food resource, particularly in Africa and Asia. Markets for
insects as food are also expanding worldwide. To inform the development of insect-based …

Insects have long been a part of the human diet, but their appeal as a human meal has only
grown in recent years due to their potential as a vast future food supply with high nutritional …