Cost Insect-IMP

Insect breeding, an exciting young field in animal production, is seeing growth, but slow overall improvements. Despite its growing importance, the industry lacks a cohesive platform for collaboration due to factors such as competition for funding, limited supply contracts, and a lack of publicly available information supporting the development of insect breeding schemes. This fragmentation inhibits progress and hinders the sustainable growth of the insect farming sector.

The goal is to position Europe as a global leader in farmed insect research and innovation by promoting collaboration among researchers, industry stakeholders, and policymakers.This involves advancing scientific knowledge, developing sustainable breeding programs, and translating research findings into practical applications for the insect farming industry.

The strategy involves creating a diverse community of researchers and industry players, bridging the gap between science and business, and engaging with stakeholders to ensure the success of the initiative.This includes leveraging existing networks, promoting knowledge exchange, and advocating for policy changes to support insect farming innovation.