Government and industry investment plays crucial role in further establishment, evolution, and diversification of insect agriculture: a case example from the United States

Abstract

Insect farming for both food and feed has become an established part of agriculture globally in response to demand for protein and a commitment to more sustainable agricultural practices. Large international companies are diversifying to capture this opportunity, and start-up companies are rapidly developing to meet the increasing demand. In response, research within universities and companies is promptly expanding, resulting in challenges faced by all – industry, academia, and regulatory bodies. How does one keep up with the massive amount of information being generated annually? How can such entities collaborate to prevent redundancy and increase efficiency while identifying knowledge gaps and avoiding pitfalls known and unknown?