Insects as Food&Feed Conference
The number of producers and users of insect based products both as animal feed and as a novel protein source in human diets is rapidly increasing. This conference (organized by The Royal Entomological Society) will draw together the multidisciplinary aspects of this emerging industry. It will provide a forum for participants to discuss the progress […]
3rd International Insects Conference
Québec City and Université Laval will host a major international conference in 2020 on using insects as food for both humans and animals. The 3rd International Insects to Feed the World Conference (IFW), will come to the Québec City Convention Centre 3-6 June and is expected to bring together 500 experts from around the world […]
Intestinal microbiota of BSF
The intestinal microbiota of Hermetia illucens larvae is affected by diet and shows a diverse composition in the different midgut regions. The study from an italian research team investigates this important issue. Here you can download the whole study: Intestinal microbiota of the Black Soldier Fly
Support NutriPeople
Nutripeople Project has the aim to run new edible insects farms in Zambia, teaching the people how to breed insects for their nutrition and to start a little business. You can support the project buying the 2019 Calendar. Get yours writing to info@nutripeopleproject.org
Merry Christmas!
We would wish you a Merry Xmas! Thanx for the interested you show for our work. Thanx to share your infos and opinions with us. Thanx to be part of the edible insects revolution!
Sensory study on edible insects
The aim of this study made by the Food and Drug Department – University of Parma (Italy) was to investigate how sensory-liking attribute perceptions (appearance, taste and organoleptic characteristics) can change between a readily visible vs a processed insect product before and after tasting. Results indicate that texture and appearance of the insect are perceived […]
The future of the industry
IPIFF publishes its vision paper on the future of the insect sector towards 2030. The objective of this paper is to further highlight the decisive role of the ‘insect solution’ in response to global challenges (based on well documented figures & information, testimonies from interested parties) and the major contribution played by IPIFF in […]
