Edible Insects

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Edible Insects

Handling Methods, Nutritional Value, and Commercial Uses

Agriculture, agribusiness and food production industries Biotechnology Food and beverage technology

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Language: English

Published by: CRC Press

Published on: 25th March 2026

Format: LCP-protected ePub

ISBN: 9781040671313


Exploring recent advances in the use of insects as a viable, sustainable, and nutritious food source

This book emphasizes effective handling techniques, the nutritional profile of different insects, and their potential commercial applications in the food sector.

Insect farming, harvesting, and processing technologies

It provides guidance on how to ensure safe food production, enhance taste, and maintain nutritional quality.

Bioavailability and nutritional assessment

The book also provides relevant information related to the bioavailability of nutrients in insects and assesses their potential to replace conventional protein sources like meat.

Commercial potential of insect-based food products

It discusses the commercial potential of a variety of insect-based food products.

Market opportunities and industry relevance

The combination of technical information and commercial assessments of edible insects makes this book suitable for industry professionals seeking to survey the market opportunities for edible insects as food and animal feed and in health supplements.

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