As the world population grows, global food production will need to increase far beyond current volumes without depleting resources . A possible solution is to harness the power of insects paired with aquaculture which may alleviate some pressures on natural resources. This presentation discusses the capacity of a commercial insect producer: Enterra Feed Corporation, to supply a sustainable alternative source of protein to the aquaculture industry currently, and projections for the future.
Insect ingredients for aquatic nutrition have a promising future based on their feed value, differentiation to end consumers, and functional benefits for efficient fish production. The ability of insect ingredients to supplement less sustainable proteins has been tested without compromising growth or efficiency in a variety of aquatic species including Arctic charr, Tilapia, and sturgeon. Examples of possible functional benefits will be discussed in a review of current research , including effects to intestinal microbiota and gut morphology.