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Mealworms on the menu: EU approves first insect protein | Food News
Millions of people around the world already eat insects, which are also a more environmentally friendly alternative to cattle farming and other larger sources of protein. Frogs’ legs coated in insect powder could become the next European haute cuisine delicacy after the EU approved eating i...Read more -
From mealworms to ‘miracle berries’: EU sees boom in new food applications
Since expanding the rules in 2018, the EU has received more applications for novel foods such as seaweed and dried mealworms than in the previous 14 years combined, according to POLITICO. Since the new EU rules came into force in January 2018, the European Food Safety Authority has received more ...Read more -
US mealworm producer prioritises sustainable energy, zero-waste practices at new plant
Rather than build a brand new facility from scratch, Beta Hatch took a brownfield approach, looking to utilize and revitalize existing infrastructure. The Cashmere plant is an old juice plant that has been idle for nearly a decade. In addition to its transformational model, the company says its p...Read more -
Cross Island, Saskatchewan, partners with fly feed startup to use fish waste as feed
A fishing company in Elial-Aracross, Saskatchewan, has entered into an agreement to use fish waste as fly feed instead of sending it to a landfill. Agricultural technology company NRGene Canada announced on January 16 that it will partner with Île-à-la-Crosse Fish Company to use fish waste to fe...Read more -
The edible worm and cricket business is booming. These 10 companies want to sell you something.
Eating a bag of bugs or fried crickets may be a cause for concern, but evidence suggests that many people will change their minds in the coming years. In 2019, Barclays predicted that the insect industry would be worth $8 billion by 2030. The latest data from analysts Research and Markets shows ...Read more -
Dried mealworms could appear on supermarket shelves and in restaurants across Europe | World News
The European Union has approved the use of protein-rich beetle larvae as a snack or ingredient – as a new, environmentally friendly food product. Dried mealworms could soon be appearing on supermarket shelves and in restaurants across Europe. The 27-nation European Union on Tuesday approve...Read more -
Food Pick: Pair crickets and mealworms with Creamier ice cream
SINGAPORE – With Halloween just a week away, the crawling ice creams at home-made ice cream chain Creamier Handcrafted Ice Cream and Coffee are finally edible. No, it’s not fudge or chocolate. It’s dried mealworms and crickets from Insectyumz, supplied by local company Insect F...Read more -
Nutritional status, mineral content and heavy metal uptake of mealworms fed agricultural waste
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Sheng Siong supermarket now sells mealworms for S$4.90, which are said to have a ‘slightly nutty flavour’ – Mothership.SG
A spokesperson for Insect Food Pte Ltd, which makes InsectYumz, told Mothership that the mealworms in InsectYumz are “cooked sufficiently” to kill pathogens and are fit for human consumption. In addition, the insects are not caught in the wild, but are raised and processed in accorda...Read more -
Can Dogs Eat Mealworms? Vet-Approved Nutrition Guidelines
Are you drawn to a bowl of fresh mealworms? Once you get over that aversion, you might be surprised to learn that mealworms and other bugs could be a big part of the future of a sustainable pet food industry. Many manufacturers are already developing brands that contain these alternative proteins...Read more -
A Complete Guide to Rehydrating Dried Mealworms for Birds
Have you ever wondered how to make dried mealworms even better for your backyard birds? Rehydrating them is the answer! It’s super easy and gives birds a treat that’s closer to what they’d find in nature. When you soak dried mealworms, they regain moisture, making them juicier and more nutritiou...Read more -
Essential Tips for Feeding Dried Mealworms to Birds and Pets
Feeding mealworms dried to birds and pets is one of the easiest ways to boost their health. These little treats are packed with protein and energy, which help birds grow strong feathers and lay more eggs. They also support young birds’ development and keep wild birds energized during tough seaso...Read more
