The dried larvae of the yellow mealworm beetle (Tenebrio molitor) are comparable to beef or poultry in nutritional value, but the mealworm has a far smaller ecological footprint. It was recently ...

The black soldier fly converts organic waste into biomass. The cricket brings crunchy protein to the dinner plate. The ...

Mealworms are part of the population of edible insects. Their consumption is embraced in Asia and parts of Europe. Mealworms are packed with nutrients, especially protein. This nutritious delicacy is ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Alex Ledsom is a France-based contributor who covers travel. With worries over food security and rising prices and mouths to feed, ...

Would you eat food made with worms? Starting this week, certain products may legally contain mealworm powder, as the European Commission has officially approved its use for the next five years. The ...

With the world’s human population continuing to grow, there’s a risk that food supplies could one day fall behind demand. But don’t worry, scientists have found a new slimy, wriggling source of ...

Move paves way for high-protein maggot-like insect to be approved for consumption across Europe Yellow mealworm finger foods, smoothies, biscuits, pasta and burgers could soon be mass produced across ...

The edible insect industry is gaining attention due to concerns about food shortages caused by rapid climate change and global population growth. According to Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural ...

Yellow mealworm is soon to appear on European menus, in bars, smoothies and burgers, after the EU decided that they are safe for human consumption. It’s just the first insect that will be hitting ...

Explore the incredible journey of Tenebrio molitor in this detailed time-lapse video, where we document the transformation from mealworm larva to pupa and finally to adult darkling beetle. Witness the ...