Sustainability and Perspectives of Edible Insect Rearing and Utilization of Their Products and Byproducts

<p>The prediction that the world population will reach 9 billion by 2050 widely regarded as optimistic imposes a more responsible and sustainable use of resources and at the same time a search for alternative protein sources that can meet the nutritional needs of an ever-growing population hungry for healthy food. In traditional livestock farming greater attention must be paid to the sustainability and safety of the feed provided without neglecting food crops both of which are representatives of specific territories and innovative ones. In all cases the concept of sustainability must be declined in its three terms: environmental economic and social. In this context edible insects are a promising alternative food source due to their high nutritional value and sustainable production. In some countries edible insect production must be made increasingly sustainable through the valorisation of waste and by-products for insect feeding as well as the valorisation of farm products. For other countries it represents a promising prospect for direct or indirect feed and food production.</p><p>This Special Issue includes papers articles dealing with innovative solutions for edible insect rearing as well as new perspectives on the use of rearing products and byproducts.</p>