INSECTIPRO FOOD
MORE FOOD WITH HIGH NUTRITION
The growing demand for animal protein is placing increased pressure on land and water sources. The carbon intensity of animal feed production adds to greenhouse gas emissions, putting pressure on the climate. In Africa, the current primary focus leans towards ensuring food security, with an emphasis on providing an adequate quantity of food to prevent hunger and starvation. This has led to the consumption of calorie-dense but nutrient-poor diets.
Eating insects is not new. That why InsectiPro food is introduced to implement new high nutritious food products made from insects for the mass.
THE CHALLENGES
Rise In Protein Need
Projections indicate a 42% surge in protein demand by 2050, driven by the expanding global population and escalating dietary requirements.
Land Availability
Current meat sources require more land so with a growing demand for animal protein this will place an increased pressure on land and water sources.
Nutrient Deficiency
Estimated 69% and 64% of children <5 years suffer from either vitamin A or iron deficiency in Eastern Africa and Southern Africa, respectively. Zinc deficiency varies from 32% to 63% in children aged 0 to 19 years from 4 countries (Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa).
FOOD
NOTHING NEW, ALREADY EATEN IN MANY CULTURES
Our edible insect products are produced to offer alternative sustainable protein solutions for the consumer. Reasons for you to eat it:
- Provide a high quality product (protein, iron, zinc, omega 6)
- Have a lower food print compared to other meats like beef and pork.
- People are already eating insects all over the world
- Crickets and mealworms have been approved in Africa and Europe for safe consumption
CHEFISODES
Together with different chefs and projects we have captured the endless possibilities of insect products, mainly focused on crickets. Ready to get inspired? Check out our chefisodes:
Carbon Neutral Footprint
By Emboo River Cam
A Home For Many
By Embark
Kumbe Kumbe
Western Kenya
John Bond
Baking with Insectipro