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Guidance for a Novel Food application
In this EFSA guidance on the preparation and presentation of an application to obtain a novel food authorization you can find all the requested scientific and administrative data. Clic here to download the guidance in pdf format
The truth on 1st January 2018
The New Novel Food Regulation (hereinafter the “new NFR“), entered into force on 1 January 2016, will become applicable from 1 January 2018. Among the many novelties, the new NFR clarifies the legal status of edible insects which now fall within category (v) of Article 3(2) which encompasses food consisting of, isolated from or produced […]
IPAA: Insect Protein Association Australia
Interview with Olympia Yarger, President of the Insect Protein Association of Australia (IPAA) A brief presentation of IPAA The IPAA aims to promote positive, practical and industry relevant regulation and governance that will benefit Insect Farmers, Insect protein suppliers, and retailers whilst upholding the clean and green brand of Australian producer. What are your short-term […]
A new book by A. Van Huis
Alternative protein sources are urgently required as the available land area is not sufficient to satisfy the growing demand for meat. Insects have a high potential of becoming a new sector in the food and feed industry, mainly because of the many environmental benefits when compared to meat production. This will be outlined in the […]
Insectinov 2017
The Symposium has the following goals: Conduct a thorough review of research advancements and current industrial developments, in Europe and elsewhere, in order to broaden our vision of potentials and remaining obstacles to be lifted. Beyond scientific and technological aspects, regulatory, economic and societal considerations will be dealt with. Assess the entire line of production: […]
The Coop case
Recently you had a delay in the distribution of your products in the Coop supermarkets across Switzerland. Can you better explain the reason? With the opening of the Swiss market all actors (breeders, local and foreign authorities, processors like us and supermarkets) entered in an unknown territory. When pioneering, things can go a bit differently […]