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Insects Unlikely Heroes In The Quest For Alternative Protein

Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)Ref: https://www.csir.co.za/media-hub/digital-story-collection/insects-unlikely-heroes-in-the-quest-for-alternative-protein

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Collected on 21 September 2026

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This is a CSIR digital story about using industrially bred mealworms as an alternative protein source for poultry and fish feed. It says the approach could enable rural enterprises to rear insects, produce animal feed and farm fish and poultry. The page also offers newsletter subscriptions for updates on CSIR innovations, news and events.

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Key Takeaways

CSIR has proven the viability of mealworms as protein for poultry and fish feed
Mealworms are industrially bred on agricultural waste
Potential rural enterprises could rear insects, make animal feeds and farm fish and poultry
Newsletter available for CSIR innovations, news and events
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)