No longer crawling: Insect protein to come of age in the 2020s

Abstract

The industry for insect-derived proteins is gaining traction as a sustainable and circular economy solution to the challenges of protein production. However, its growth is currently limited by high costs, legislative barriers, and the lack of available volume. Despite this, the demand for insect protein is anticipated to reach 500,000 metric tons by 2030, largely driven by its application in the aquafeed sector. Several factors, including increasing consumer awareness, advancements in R&D, and shifts in legislation, could further bolster the growth of the industry, with the potential for insect proteins to become a mainstream ingredient in various animal feed and pet food applications. – AI-generated abstract.