The future is crawling: Evaluating the potential of insects for food and feed security

Sogari, Giovanni; Amato, Mario; Palmieri, Rossella; Saadoun, Jasmine Hadj; Formici, Giulia; Verneau, Fabio; Mancini, Simone

doi:10.1016/j.crfs.2023.100504

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“…Insect frass and exuviae, which are mostly composed of chitin, exert beneficial effects in a variety of ways, such as on plant growth, resistance, and reproduction, or by stimulating the soil microbial community [32]. For these reasons, they could certainly be a valuable alternative to conventional fertilizers and pesticides [17].…”

Section: The Role Of Insects In Agriculturementioning

confidence: 99%

“…Other beneficial effects of insect oil, namely, that of BSF larvae, were revealed by Prachumchai and Cherdthong [61], who found, in their study using in vitro gas production, that adding 4% black soldier fly larva oils (BSFOs) at different roughage (R)-to-concentrate (C) ratios increased propionate levels, decreased methane emission, and preserved dry matter (DM) degradability. In addition, insect oils have other applications, such as use in green cosmetics or biodiesel production [17].…”

Section: Use Of Insect-derived Feeds In Animal Productionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…In addition to the obvious economic and environmental considerations, the insect food and feed sector is developing rapidly thanks to an increasingly supportive regulatory framework. This latter aspect has recently been highlighted by Sogari et al [17], who, among other things, summarized the pertinent EU regulatory framework, according to which insects for human consumption fall under the category of so-called novel foods (NFs) (as of 2018). Chia et al [18] discuss another important aspect of insect farming: it has the potential to promote inclusive business opportunities for smallholder farmers within the agribusiness value chain while also contributing to solving socio-economic and environmental problems in developing countries in ways that align with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

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The Role of Insects in Sustainable Animal Feed Production for Environmentally Friendly Agriculture: A Review

Hancz,

Sultana,

Nagy

et al. 2024

Animals

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The growing demand for animal protein, the efficient use of land and water, and the limitations of non-renewable energy sources highlight the global importance of edible insects. This paper provides an overview of the key issues regarding the role of edible insects in sustainable feed production and environmentally friendly agriculture. The indispensable ecological services provided by insects are discussed, as well as the farming, products, and nutritional value of edible insects. A representative selection of the literature reviewing major insect species’ chemical compositions and nutritional value is also presented. The use of insect-derived feeds for animal production is presented in detail and discussed for the major terrestrial livestock and aquaculture groups.

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Section: The Role Of Insects In Agriculturementioning

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Section: Use Of Insect-derived Feeds In Animal Productionmentioning

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Section: Introductionmentioning

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The Role of Insects in Sustainable Animal Feed Production for Environmentally Friendly Agriculture: A Review

Hancz,

Sultana,

Nagy

et al. 2024

Animals

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“…The successful establishment of the insect industry in Western societies depends not only on environmental benefits and technical feasibility but also on the willingness of consumers to use these products 30,31 .…”

Section: Consumer Acceptance Of Insects As Foodmentioning

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Beyond the buzz: A review of the prospects of replacing meat consumption with insect-based foods

Biteau,

Bry-Chevalier,

Crummett

et al. 2024

Preprint

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The substantial environmental footprint of meat production means that dietary shifts are needed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Insects may offer one alternative. However, to deliver genuine benefits for sustainability of the food system, insects must first be widely accepted and consumed by the general public. In this review, we examine the necessary stages that need to be fulfilled before insects can compete with meat, and we assess the chances for insects to fulfil these requirements in reality.

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“…Natural ecosystems have a variety of services that humans and other organisms rely on for their survival and well-being (Scudder 2017;Eggleton 2020). These services can be categorized as provision (production of food, fiber, water, and other resources), supporting (primary production, pollination, decomposition, and formation of soil necessary for resource production), and regulating (biological control and feedback mechanisms that maintain relatively consistent service delivery) (Seibold et al 2021;Kusuma & Windriyanti 2022;Goode et al 2022;Sogari et al 2023). Ecosystems can also be viewed as producing "harmful" components such as pests and waste (Schowalter et al 2018).…”

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Arthropods discovered on refugio flowering plants in Mangifera indica plantation

WINDRIYANTI,

RAHMADHINI,

FERNANDO

et al. 2023

Biodiversitas

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Abstract. Windriyanti W, Rahmadhini N, Fernando I, Kusuma RM. 2023. Arthropods discovered on refugio flowering plants in Mangifera indica plantation. Biodiversitas 24: 4747-4754. The diversity of Refugio flowering plants with different ways of flowering phenology provides alternative food sources for arthropods. Insects are the largest class of arthropods, most of which are ecological services that function as natural enemies and pollinators. Insects require an energy source over a long-term period to promote a stable and healthy population. The use of flowering plants as refugia can maximize the role of insects as ecological services in agroecosystems by providing natural enemies and pollinators with a source of food and shelter. The refugia plants used in this study were sunflowers (Helianthus annuus), king’s salad (Cosmos caudatus), Peruvian zinnia (Zinnia peruviana), Tridax procumbens (Asteraceae), and Alternanthera sessilis (Amaranthaceae) with hedgerow and insectary bank planting patterns. Data collection and periodic direct observation (scan sampling) were conducted by transects. Observed parameters included species composition and population of arthropods in two different agro-systems, monoculture and polyculture. Identification results showed 8 orders, including 44 morphospecies, belonging to 25 families. Arthropod abundance in the on-season of the refugia was found in 1422 individuals. Ecological engineering is a habitat manipulation technology using refugia plants that has increased the composition and population of natural enemy insects and pollinators.

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The future is crawling: Evaluating the potential of insects for food and feed security

Cited by 17 publications

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The Role of Insects in Sustainable Animal Feed Production for Environmentally Friendly Agriculture: A Review

The Role of Insects in Sustainable Animal Feed Production for Environmentally Friendly Agriculture: A Review

Beyond the buzz: A review of the prospects of replacing meat consumption with insect-based foods

Arthropods discovered on refugio flowering plants in Mangifera indica plantation

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