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October 29, 2025 from Food Ingredients 1st:

"Research concludes that insect farming’s impact on the food system’s sustainability is far less positive than initially promised

• "New research challenges insect farming’s green reputation, showing it may be less sustainable than conventional protein sources when scaled.
• "Biosecurity and ecological risks are significant, with escaped farmed insects potentially disrupting native ecosystems and spreading diseases.
• "Low consumer demand and weak regulation undermine viability, as insect-based foods rarely replace meat and face acceptance barriers."