Insect farming
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Insect farming is the practice of raising insects for agricultural purposes. It can either be used to fight invasive species, to create industrial products such as petroleum or to grow inexpensive and environmentally sustainable food for humans.
See also
- EntomophagyEntomophagyEntomophagy is the consumption of insects as food. Insects are eaten by many animals, but the term is generally used to refer to human consumption of insects; animals that eat insects are known as insectivores...
- Butterfly ranching in Papua New GuineaButterfly ranching in Papua New GuineaButterfly ranching in Papua New Guinea is a method for sustainable use of insect biodiversity endorsed and supported by the national government. The trade is controlled by the Insect Farming and Trading Agency, an organ of the PNG government...
- Insect Farming and Trading AgencyInsect Farming and Trading AgencyThe Insect Farming and Trading Agency was set up by the government of Papua New Guinea in 1978 to regulate the exploitation and conservation of Queen Alexandra's Birdwing and other valuable butterflies...