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FSA urged to back introduction of edible insects to boost food sustainability

Consumers need to get over 'yuck factor' and tuck into environmentally friendly source of protein, say scientists

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock 鈥� 3 min read
Study says edible insects can be environmentally-friendly sources of protein and could help tackle climate change
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Study says edible insects can be environmentally-friendly sources of protein and could help tackle climate change

Consumers and food safety groups should get over the 鈥榶uck factor' and embrace edible insects as part of a more sustainable food system, according to a new report. The UK Edible Insect Association (UKEIA)...

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