Entomophagy, the consumption of insects, is promoted as an alternative sustainable source
of protein for humans and animals. Seminal literature highlights predominantly the benefits …

The entomology literature has historically suggested insects cannot feel pain, leading to
their exclusion from ethical debates and animal welfare legislation. However, there may be …

Over two hundred billion black soldier flies (BSF, Hermetia illucens (Diptera: Stratiomyidae))
are reared annually across the globe, with the industry projected to grow substantially in the …

Simple Summary The yellow mealworm, super worm, and house cricket are among the most
widely produced insects, with high feed conversion efficiency. However, their nutritional …

Simple Summary For prevalent livestock, animal welfare is important to consumers. With
increasing interest in edible insects, one might wonder how this concern translates to …

Simple Summary Traditional and emerging topics bridging insects and public health are
described because insects affect human and animal health. Addressing public health …

The mass rearing of insects as animal feed is a new and rapidly growing component of
circular agriculture, which offers the opportunity to develop it in such a way that it promotes …

In the current times of climate change, the intense use of insects as a protein source is
gaining popularity worldwide, and will likely contribute to increased nutrient intake in food …

Purpose This study seeks to provide a framework for integrating animal welfare as a fourth
pillar into a life cycle sustainability assessment and presents three alternative animal welfare …

While seeking novel food sources to feed the increasing population of the globe, several
alternatives have been discussed, including algae, fungi or in vitro meat. The increasingly …