Can Eating Insects Benefit The Planet? Entomophagy explained!

Would you eat a bug? 🐛It might sound strange at first, but eating insects — known as entomophagy — is gaining serious traction as a sustainable and nutritious solution to the world’s growing food challenges.

In this Video Short, Maynard Okereke and Alex Dainis explain why insects like crickets, black soldier fly larvae, and even ants could become a big part of our future diets — and why that’s not as gross (or as weird) as it sounds.

Here’s what makes bugs a superfood for the planet:
✅ Space-saving: Insect farms require far less land than traditional livestock.
✅ Water-wise: They use less water than cattle or poultry.
✅ Waste-reducing: Many insects can be raised on food scraps, turning waste into protein.
✅ Nutrient-rich: Insects are packed with protein, vitamins, and micronutrients that are vital to human health.
✅ Crunchy and (surprisingly) tasty: A little nutty, very crunchy — not bad at all!

With climate change, food scarcity, and environmental sustainability on our minds, insect farming offers real solutions. But the question remains... Would you replace your favorite dish with a bug-filled platter? 🐜