See on Scoop.it – Protein Alternatives: Insects as Mini-Livestock
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Ana C. Day‘s insight:
"The demand for animal protein is expected to rise by 70–80% between 2012 and 2050, while the current animal production sector already causes major environmental degradation. Edible insects are suggested as a more sustainable source of animal protein."
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