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Agroloop’s 13,000 square meter automated factory is a milestone in the insect protein manufacturing industry

European protein exposure is an increasingly pressing problem in the agricultural sector: a quarter of the world’s meat production is used to feed livestock, while 75 percent of global arable...

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Interest in insect proteins is growing in Hungary

In Hungary, more and more people are starting to recognize the potential of insect proteins, although many people still shy away from the idea that they can gain more and...

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In Romania, the distribution of products containing insect meal was restricted by law

From now on, products containing insect meal that are recognized and authorized as food by the European Union may only be distributed in Romania on the separate shelves of stores,...

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We may be protesting, but soon we’ll all be eating insects

Insect proteins represent an outstanding nutritional value, while hardly burdening the environment. However, people on our continent still face challenges in accepting foods made from insects. Recognizing the potential of...

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The decree has come out: this is what insect protein-containing products will look like in the future

Based on the decision of the European Commission, from January this year, 4 insect species can appear as food ingredients on store shelves in the EU. In response to the...

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There are already four types of insects that can be included in domestic food

Based on the recent decision of the European Commission, together with house crickets, there are already four types of insects that can appear commercially as food and as food ingredients...

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Could crickets be a secret ingredient?

In recent days, Nébih has received many requests: is it true that producers will soon be able to add “crickets and beetles” to food without any labeling? The news in...

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The EU has approved the use of domestical crickets as food

The European Commission has authorized the marketing of domestical crickets (Acheta domesticus) as a novel food or food ingredient in the European Union, the EU committee announced on Friday. The...

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Singapore startup to launch insect-based pet foods in Australia

Insect farming technology company FeedWerkz is extending its portfolio by launching insect-based pet foods under the brand Conscious Creatures (CC). Aimed at providing palatable, nutritious and sustainable dog treats to...

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Insect Feed Could Cut UK’s Future Soy Footprint By A Fifth, Study Finds

A new report commissioned by Tesco and WWF states using insect meal to feed fish and livestock could cut the UK’s future soy footprint by a fifth, protecting critical landscapes like the...

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Insect protein is becoming increasingly popular in animal feed

In the feeding of farm animals, there is an increasing need to replace soybean meal and fishmeal with other proteins – origo wrote. With regard to substitution, regulations on bovine...

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An insect restaurant was opened in South Africa

Chef Mario Barnard of South Africa tasted the taste of grilled scorpions and crunchy insects sprinkled with garlic and spices in Thailand four years ago, but he never came across...

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Insects for food use require a thorough food safety assessment

There is a strong desire in Europe to market edible insects and products as food – Magyar Nemzet Online wrote. This is already possible in some Member States, but only...

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Germany’s Kaufland Launches Insect Burgers

German retailer Kaufland has added burgers that contain buffalo worms to its assortment. The burger patties are produced by the company Bold Foods and contain protein powder from buffalo worms...

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Insect farms to come

Those entrepreneurs who would set up insect farms in Hungary will be given every support from the Hungarian authorities – mfor.hu wrote. There is a possibility of establishing insect farms...

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Alternative foods are offered by European scientists

Europe’s scientific academies say that urgent action is needed in the area of nutrition and nutrition safety: Europe needs to change its dietary habits to avoid hunger caused by climate...

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Magazine: Fighting pests at the highest level

Insecticide and insect repellent sales grew only a little in 2015 if compared with the previous year. The market is rather complex, it can be categorised according to insect types...

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Insect chips are available in Hungary

We can spice up our dinner with insects even in Hungary – the hvg.hu wrote. True, these are bought as funny gifts yet, but who knows, maybe in the future...

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