Growth and survival of reared Cambodian field crickets (Teleogryllus testaceus) fed weeds, agricultural and food industry by-products [PDF]
, 2016 This study evaluated survival and growth of Cambodian field crickets (Teleogryllus testaceus) during captivity when fed a set of local weed species, agricultural and food industry by-products.
Miech, Phalla +5 more
core +1 more source
Future FoodsThough insects have been part of African diets since ancient times due to their nutritional benefits, consumption of insects remains unpopular among some literate Nigerians. This study examined the knowledge and determinants of the use of insects as food
Samuel Adelani Babarinde +6 more
doaj +1 more source
The Potential for the Use of Edible Insects in the Production of Protein Supplements for Athletes
Foods, 2023 Several types of proteins are used in athletes’ supplementation; nevertheless, given the problem of protein deficiency in the world and the growing need for ecological sources of protein, it is very interesting to study the quality of alternative protein
Ewelina Zielińska, Urszula Pankiewicz
doaj +1 more source
Journal of Food Science, Volume 91, Issue 1, January 2026.ABSTRACT Global population growth is challenging the sustainability of current food systems and driving the search for alternative protein sources with lower environmental impact. The house cricket (Acheta domesticus) has emerged as a promising, sustainable provider of high‐quality protein.
Leonardo Musto +6 more
wiley +1 more source
Insect economy and marketing: How much and in what way could insects be shown in packaging? [PDF]
, 2016 Agriculture, especially meat production, has a significant impact on the environment. In the future, the challenges are the growing population and its sustainable food production.
Kauppi, Hanna
core
Comparative ethnoentomology of edible stinkbugs in southern Africa and sustainable management considerations [PDF]
, 2013 Insects, such as stinkbugs, are able to produce noxious defence chemicals to ward off predators, nevertheless, some ethnic groups have recipes to render them delicious.
Dzerefos, Catherine Maria +2 more
core +1 more source
Insects as Food: Consumers’ Acceptance and Marketing
Foods, 2023 The growing demand for livestock products is associated with an increase in environmental, economic, and ethical issues. New alternative sources of protein such as edible insects have recently been developed to tackle these issues with fewer drawbacks ...
Asmaa Alhujaili +2 more
doaj +1 more source
Entomophagy in the area surrounding LuiKotale, Salonga National Park, Democratic Republic of the Congo [PDF]
, 2016 Recent research has highlighted the importance of edible insects as a protein source in the developed and developing world, both as a traditional food and a more sustainable alternative to conventional livestock.
Fruth, B, Mato, B, Payne, C
core +1 more source
Edible Insects as a Novel Source of Bioactive Peptides: A Systematic Review
Foods, 2023 The production of food and feed to meet the needs of the growing world’s population will soon become a serious challenge. In search for sustainable solutions, entomophagy is being proposed as an alternative source of proteins, with economic and ...
Carla S. S. Teixeira +4 more
doaj +1 more source
Enzymatic Hydrolysis Methods of Insect Orthoptera Protein: A Systematic Review
International Journal of Food Science, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.Insects from the Orthoptera order, such as grasshoppers and crickets, are increasingly receiving attention as potential alternative protein sources, especially due to their high protein content and biofunctional properties that can be developed through enzymatic hydrolysis processes.
Slamet Hadi Kusumah +5 more
wiley +1 more source