Edible Insects in Sustainable Food Systems

This text provides an important overview of the contributions of
edible insects to ecological sustainability, livelihoods, nutrition and
health, food culture and food systems around the world. While insect
farming for both food and feed is rapidly increasing in popularity
around the world, the role that wild insect species have played in the
lives and societies of millions of people worldwide cannot be ignored.
In order to represent this diversity, this work draws upon research
conducted in a wide range of geographical locations and features a
variety of different insect species.

Edible insects in Sustainable Food Systems
comprehensively covers the basic principles of entomology and
population dynamics; edible insects and culture; nutrition and health;
gastronomy; insects as animal feed; factors influencing preferences and
acceptability of insects; environmental impacts and conservation;
considerations for insect farming and policy and legislation. The book
contains practical information for researchers, NGOs and international
organizations, decision-makers, entrepreneurs and students.