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Eating insects can be good for you

The edible insect industry is ramping up — one report predicts the market will reach $9.6 billion by 2030.
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Why are bugs becoming big business in Japan?

Bugs have long been consumed in Japan, but now the market is growing. Insect vendors say this is because of the numerous nutritional and environmental benefits of this form of protein.
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The cicadas are coming. Let’s eat them!

Why not embrace Brood X as the free-range, sustainable source of protein that it truly is?
The world’s largest insect farm will grow hundreds of millions of beetles—for eating

The world’s largest insect farm will grow hundreds of millions of beetles—for eating

In France, the new farm will supply a low-carbon source of protein for pet food, fertilizer, and fish feed, replacing land-intensive options such as soy or cows.
Ants, crickets and cockroaches: healthy snacks that taste like potato chips

Ants, crickets and cockroaches: healthy snacks that taste like potato chips

More than 1,900 insect species are edible, according to the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization.

Mexico could be the top source of edible insects. Here's why it's not
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Mexico could be the top source of edible insects. Here's why it's not

Mexicans have a long tradition of eating bugs, but they're being left behind as edible insects turn into big business.
If edible insects are the future, we should talk about poop
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If edible insects are the future, we should talk about poop

Insects are touted as a major new source of protein, but scaling up Big Cricket could mean new problems—such as what to do with all their "frass."
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