This question has been on many people's minds since more and more companies have been using insects in their products. In recent years, consumption has become a global trend, and many believe that insects could be an answer to the growing world food crisis.

  • But why are insects not yet as widespread in Europe as in other parts of the world?
  • Is there a conspiracy that prevents us from eating insects or are there other reasons?

Insects are rich in protein, minerals and vitamins, and require only a fraction of the resources needed to raise livestock. In fact, these are already an important part of the diet in many countries, including Africa, Asia and Latin America. But in Europe they are still considered exotic and unusual.

One of the reasons why insects are not yet so common in Europe is that most people are not used to eating them. They are not part of European cuisine and therefore have no place on our menus. There are also strict regulations governing the sale of food in Europe, and insects must undergo the same rigorous testing as all other foods.

Another factor affecting the spread of insects in Europe is the lack of support from governments. In many countries there are no laws or regulations that allow or encourage the sale of insects as food. However, the European Union has begun studying the use of insects in food production.

Insects have been permitted as food in the EU since 2018

However, they must pass rigorous testing to ensure they are suitable for human consumption. Insects must also come from controlled farms and must not contain any harmful substances. Some countries, such as Belgium and the Netherlands, have already started allowing the sale of insects as food.

The current situation in 2023 is that the use of insects in food production is slowly but surely increasing.

There are more and more companies using insects in their products, and more and more consumers are willing to try insects. The EU has adapted its laws and regulations to make it easier to sell insects as food.

There are also concerns about the sustainability of insects as food

While insects are a more environmentally friendly alternative to farm animals, there are also concerns about the way they are farmed. Insect farms can have harmful environmental impacts if not operated properly. It is important to ensure that insect farms are operated in a sustainable and environmentally friendly manner to maximize their benefits.

Some companies are also committed to using insects in animal feed production to reduce the need for soy and other animal feed, which often comes from illegal deforestation. This could be another way to reap the benefits of insects as food while protecting the environment.

No, there is no conspiracy to stop us from eating insects as food. However, there are many factors that influence the distribution of insects in Europe. To reap the benefits of insects as food, we must overcome prejudices and fears and ensure that insect farms are operated sustainably. It is also important that governments and companies advocate for the use of insects in food production to maximize their benefits.

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