Entomological Research,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
54(12)
Published: Dec. 1, 2024
Abstract
This
study
evaluates
the
effects
of
various
artificial
diets
on
development
Zophobas
atratus
larvae.
Artificial
containing
concentrations
agar
were
also
investigated
for
their
ability
to
reduce
death
rates
during
early
stages
larval
development.
Our
results
indicated
that
larvae
fed
experienced
a
slightly
longer
developmental
period
but
achieved
significantly
higher
weights.
Notably,
wheat
bran
+
fish
meal
6%
resulted
in
highest
weight
gain;
however,
6%,
5%
ginseng
leaf
1%,
and
4%
2%
yielded
rates.
The
diet
with
shortest
period,
whereas
3%
produced
gain.
However,
considering
rates,
provided
most
balanced
outcome
across
time,
gain,
survival,
making
it
suitable
Z.
In
conclusion,
is
more
than
bran,
leading
greater
shorter
periods,
adult
emergence
Additionally,
this
showed
potential
dust
issues
labor
demands
associated
usage.
findings
suggest
could
be
an
effective
optimal
Foods,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
12(23), P. 4243 - 4243
Published: Nov. 24, 2023
As
the
global
population
approaches
10
billion
by
2050,
critical
need
to
ensure
food
security
becomes
increasingly
pronounced.
In
response
urgent
problems
posed
growth,
our
study
adds
growing
body
of
knowledge
in
field
alternative
proteins,
entomophagy,
insect-based
bioactive
proteolysates,
and
peptides.
It
also
provides
novel
insights
with
essential
outcomes
for
guaranteeing
a
safe
sustainable
supply
face
rising
demands.
These
results
offer
insightful
information
researchers
policymakers
tackling
intricate
relationship
between
expansion
supplies.
Unfortunately,
conventional
agricultural
practices
are
proving
insufficient
meeting
these
Pursuing
proteins
eco-friendly
production
methods
has
gained
urgency,
embracing
plant-based
cultivated
meat,
fermentation,
precision
agriculture.
this
context,
insect
farming
emerges
as
promising
strategy
upcycle
agri-food
waste
into
nutritious
protein
fat,
diverse
nutritional
needs
sustainably.
A
thorough
analysis
was
conducted
evaluate
viability
farming,
investigate
nutrition,
review
techniques
functional
properties
isolation.
peptide
generation
from
insects
conducted,
covering
issues
related
hydrolysate
production,
extraction,
identification.
The
addresses
value
entomophagy
habits
elucidate
potential
sources
peptides
protein.
This
inquiry
covers
highlighting
Functional
proteins’
solubility,
emulsification,
foaming,
gelation,
water-holding,
oil
absorption
investigated.
Furthermore,
sensory
aspects
insect-fortified
foods
well
challenges,
including
Halal
Kosher
considerations,
explored
across
applications.
Our
underscores
insects’
promise
contributors,
offering
recommendations
further
research
unlock
their
full
potential.
Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 16, 2025
Abstract
The
traditional
methods
of
sourcing
and
semi‐domesticating
the
African
palm
weevil
Rhynchophorus
phoenicis
Fabricius
(Coleoptera:
Curculionidae)
larvae
persist
among
inhabitants
Ghana.
However,
these
produce
only
a
small
proportion
market
demand
for
in
A
containerized
system
producing
has
been
found
to
facilitate
production
socioeconomic
purposes,
thereby
enhancing
sustainable
utilization
all
year
round.
We
evaluated
life
history
parameters
R.
on
three
different
rearing
protocols
that
used
agricultural
by‐products,
container
types,
number
adult
pairs
production.
were
laid
out
using
Completely
Randomized
Design
(CRD)
with
10
replications.
fecundity
adults
differed
significantly
protocols.
highest
was
recorded
Protocol
2
(145.50
±
16.55),
followed
by
control
(98.50
12.05),
3
(84.50
9.50),
1
(45.00
11.58).
larval
survival
rate,
Protocols
1,
control,
3.
Among
protocols,
intrinsic
rate
natural
increase
(
r
m)
(days)
net
reproductive
Ro
)
observed
2.
lowest
mean
generational
time
T
(76
days)
while
(92
Our
findings
showed
supports
fecundity,
development,
cocooning
formation,
emergence.
adoption
smallholder
insect
farmers
can
contribute
development
future
commercial
systems
larvae.
Environment Development and Sustainability,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 28, 2024
Abstract
The
pursuit
of
novel
food
products
with
good
nutritional
value
for
both
direct
and
indirect
human
consumption
is
crucial.
Given
the
benefits
insects
sustainability
this
sort
farming,
using
them
as
farmed
animals
a
promising
alternative.
In
regard,
black
soldier
fly
(
Hermetia
illucens
)
most
capable
efficiently
converting
wide
variety
organic
materials,
from
waste
to
manure,
into
insect
biomass
generating
closing
nutrient
loops
they
reduce
pollution
costs.
Their
larvae
have
29%
fat
42%
crude
protein,
yet
more
saturated
fats
than
insects.
They
don't
concentrate
hazards
such
mycotoxins
or
insecticides.
Although
rapid
development
expected,
remain
underutilized
in
animal
feed
industry
mainly
due
technical,
financial,
regulatory
barriers.
social
stigmas
legal
prohibitions
against
eating
organisms
that
eat
are
added
extant
taboos
facing
consumption.
Bridging
knowledge
gap
crucial
bring
together
stakeholders
better
understand
opportunities
challenges
industry,
so
develop
guidelines
on
producing
an
industrial
scale
facilitate
wider
use
BSF
feed,
fertilizer.
Fish & Shellfish Immunology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
150, P. 109625 - 109625
Published: May 12, 2024
The
mucosal
surfaces
of
fish,
including
their
intestines,
gills,
and
skin,
are
constantly
exposed
to
various
environmental
threats,
such
as
water
quality
fluctuations,
pollutants,
pathogens.
However,
cells
microbiota
closely
associated
with
these
work
in
tandem
create
a
functional
protective
barrier
against
conditions.
Recent
research
has
shown
that
incorporating
specific
feed
ingredients
into
fish
diets
can
significantly
boost
general
immune
response.
Among
the
being
investigated,
insect
meal
emerged
one
most
promising
options,
owing
its
high
protein
content
immunomodulatory
properties.
By
positively
influencing
structure
function
surfaces,
potential
enhance
overall
status
fish.
This
review
provides
comprehensive
overview
benefits
aquafeed
ingredient
for
augmenting
response
Insects,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16(1), P. 67 - 67
Published: Jan. 11, 2025
Farmed
edible
insects
are
considered
a
potential
resource
to
help
address
food
security
concerns
toward
the
year
2050.
The
sustainability
(e.g.,
lower
environmental
impact),
nutritional
high-quality
proteins,
essential
amino
acids,
fiber,
unsaturated
fats,
vitamins,
and
minerals)
health
antioxidant,
antihypertensive,
anti-inflammatory,
antimicrobial,
immunomodulatory)
benefits
main
reasons
for
rise
in
interest
as
alternative
protein
sources
feed
production.
Thus,
can
future
global
demand
of
an
ever-increasing
world
population.
In
this
context,
several
aspects
related
their
have
been
explored
addressed
from
perspective.
This
review
describes
rationale
using
provides
comprehensive
viewpoint,
integrating
economic,
environmental,
social
into
framework
addressing
insecurity
concerns.
For
example,
offer
more
sustainable
source
comparable
to,
or
even
better
than,
that
conventional
livestock.
Considering
advantages,
noted
impact
on
natural
resources
water
agrarian
land)
greenhouse
gas
emissions
carbon
dioxide
methane).
From
socioeconomic
point
view,
production
costs
compared
animal
because
high
efficiency
conversion,
rapid
growth
rate,
short
life
cycles.
Currently,
market
edible,
farmed
is
becoming
significant
economic
activity
not
only
meets
needs
industry
consumers
but
also
supports
ability
generations
maintain
secure
community.
Foods,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
14(2), P. 270 - 270
Published: Jan. 15, 2025
According
to
projections
by
the
Food
and
Agriculture
Organization
of
United
Nations,
global
population
will
reach
9
billion
2050.
This
raises
concerns
about
ability
feed
such
a
population.
In
view
above,
it
is
necessary
search
for
alternative
food
sources.
Edible
insects
are
rich
in
complete
protein,
essential
fatty
acids,
vitamins
micronutrients.
Despite
this,
entomophagy
not
common
Europe.
2021,
European
Union
approved
Acheta
domesticus,
Tenebrio
molitor,
Locusta
migratoria,
Alphitobius
diaperinus
consumption.
However,
their
consumption
may
also
be
associated
with
certain
hazards,
e.g.,
allergies.
The
purpose
this
review
present
existing
knowledge,
discuss
possible
dangers
consuming
insects,
identify
areas
further
research.
Studies
Asian
populations
indicate
that
edible
responsible
4.2–19.4%
allergies
18%
fatal
food-induced
anaphylaxis.
There
increasing
reports
from
Europe
insects.
A
thorough
understanding
allergens,
properties,
mechanisms
insects’
ensuring
consumers’
safety.
future,
would
worthwhile
investigate
effects
heat
treatment
on
allergenicity
insect
proteins.
