Potential and sustainable production of edible insects as an alternative source of animal protein and

About this project

Japan Grant Number
JP18KT0045
Funding Program
Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research
Funding organization
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
Project/Area Number
18KT0045
Research Category
Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (B)
Allocation Type
  • Multi-year Fund
Review Section / Research Field
  • Agricultural Resources for the Next Generation
Research Institution
  • Kyushu University
Project Period (FY)
2018-07-18 〜 2022-03-31
Project Status
Completed
Budget Amount*help
18,460,000 Yen (Direct Cost: 14,200,000 Yen Indirect Cost: 4,260,000 Yen)

Research Abstract

In this study, we investigated the potential of edible insects, which are expected to be a new animal-derived protein resource, as a novel food. The purpose of this study was to draw out the various possibilities of insects as food products, including their functionality and nutritional value, and to establish a sustainable production system with low environmental impact, as well as to explore the possibility of market expansion. To achieve these objectives, the following three topics were investigated: (1) establishment of sustainable edible insect production technology, (2) quality evaluation of insects as food and feed, and (3) consumer awareness survey and market strategy. This research will establish an academic platform for the promotion of edible insect production by providing guidelines to support sustainable food production, including production management, proper food processing, and market strategies.

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