Snapshot and webinar showcase the growth and potential of this emerging, sustainable industry that provides nutritients for people, animals and the earth
Natural Products Canada is proud to launch a first-of-its-kind report on Canada’s insect agriculture industry with a new document, Game Changers: Canadian movers and shakers in the burgeoning industry of insects as food and feed.
The document outlines the significant companies, researchers and activities within this new industry, explaining its place in the global stage of sustainable food and agricultural sectors.
“NPC has worked with many Canadian start-ups bringing this alternative form of food and feed to market,” says Shelley King, CEO of Natural Products Canada. “We are proud to help raise awareness about the potential of this industry as a viable economic driver in Canada.”
The report highlights the over 30 companies involved in the industry in Canada, and explains how a variety of insects are being used in a range of markets such as: feed for production animals, including the growing aquaculture industry; pet food and treats; human nutrition, including cricket powder and products containing insects such as snack bars and chips; and soil inputs such as fertilizers.
HEAR FROM THE INDUSTRY PIONEERS!
Industry leaders from across the country and beyond were consulted for the development of the report. We were pleased to host several of them to discuss the report and the industry overall at a webinar with our partners at the North American Coalition for Insect Agriculture (NACIA). WATCH THE VIDEO
The recent uptick in interest and investment–both in Canada and around the world–indicate the substantial opportunity that lies ahead of this young industry. As with any emerging opportunity, the insect industry will significantly benefit from increased technology adoption, clear and swift regulatory frameworks, market acceptance, supply chain efficiencies, and research. This snapshot provides a look at this emerging opportunity, and the key Canadian players who are poised to bring it to fruition.
Game Changers: Canadian movers and shakers in the burgeoning industry of insects as food and feed.